The nurse is providing teaching for an inpatient lupus support ...

[asmith134]

The nurse is providing teaching for an inpatient lupus support group meeting. Which group behaviors indicate the teaching was effective?
 
  A) The group members appear relaxed and interested in the topic.
  B) Group members are tentative in expressing feelings to the group.
  C) The group avoids discussion about lupus signs and symptoms.
  D) The group appears self-conscious when asked questions about lupus.

Question 2

The nurse manager on the neurology unit helps staff nurses become more involved with the local neurological association and schedules participation with in-services to the community.
 
  Which types of commitment to the nursing profession is exemplified by this nurse manager?
  A) Affective
  B) Normative
  C) Obsessive
  D) Continuance

[hollysheppard095]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

To be effective a group must accomplish its goals, maintain cohesion, and develop/modify its structure to improve effectiveness. The features of an effective group include an informal, comfortable, and relaxed atmosphere; goals, tasks, and objectives that are clear and understood; leadership and member participation; goal oriented; open and two-way communication; appropriate decision-making procedures; cohesion; conflict tolerance; and shared power.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A

There are three types of commitment: affective, normative, and continuance. Affective commitment is an attachment to a profession and includes identification with and involvement in the profession. Affective commitment develops when involvement in a profession produces a satisfying experience.