Author Question: Which is one benefit of Magnet status for a facility? a. It provides the opportunity for ... (Read 35 times)

lb_gilbert · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Which is one benefit of Magnet status for a facility?

a. It provides the opportunity for professional growth and enrichment.
b. Nursing salaries are increased.
c. Nursing retention is minimized and increased turnover results.
d. The cost of care provided at the facility is higher.

Question 2

Which communication tool involves being continually vigilant for progress or regression of goals?

a. SBAR
b. Team STEPPS
c. Hands-free communication
d. STEP

ApricotDream · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Some benefits of Magnet status include increased opportunities for nursing growth and development, increased nursing recruitment and retention of staff, more stable managerial environment, and opportunities to publicize the Magnet status by the facility's marketing department. Magnet recognition is the highest acknowledgement on a national level of ongoing nursing care excellence.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
STEP (status of patient, team members, the environment, and progress toward a goal) is a standardized mechanism for relaying information and enhancing team performance.