This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Vacarro (2001) noted that there are several types of traps into which nurses can fall that can ... (Read 57 times)

Cooldude101

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 557
Vacarro (2001) noted that there are several types of traps into which nurses can fall that can hinder effective prioritizing of tasks. Which of the following are some of these traps?
 
  a. relying on others to prioritize
  b. doing what hits first
  c. taking the path of least resistance
  d. relying on misguided inspiration
  e. not responding to the squeaky wheel
  f. completing tasks by default

Question 2

The theory used to explain how innovation is adopted within a population depends upon __________.
 
  a. compatibility
  b. connectivity
  c. complacency
  d. continuance



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

macybarnes

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 312
Answer to Question 1

B, C, D, F
Nurses are susceptible to a number of different traps that can impede effective prioritization of tasks and patient care duties. Vacarro (2001) has identified five such traps of which nurses should be aware. They are: 1) doing what hits first; 2) taking the path of least resistance; 3) relying on misguided inspiration; 4) responding to the squeaky wheel (instead of not responding toor ignoringthe squeaky wheel); and 5) completing tasks by default (not relying on others to prioritize).

Answer to Question 2

a

a. Correct: Diffusion of innovations theory is a marketing theory that was developed to explain how an innovation was adopted throughout a population. According to this theory, innovation depends on five features: relative change, compatibility, complexity, trialability, and observability.
b. Incorrect: This is not included in the five features of Diffusion of Innovations theory.
c. Incorrect: This is not included in the five features of Diffusion of Innovations theory.
d. Incorrect: This is not included in the five features of Diffusion of Innovations theory.





 

Did you know?

There can actually be a 25-hour time difference between certain locations in the world. The International Date Line passes between the islands of Samoa and American Samoa. It is not a straight line, but "zig-zags" around various island chains. Therefore, Samoa and nearby islands have one date, while American Samoa and nearby islands are one day behind. Daylight saving time is used in some islands, but not in others—further shifting the hours out of sync with natural time.

Did you know?

Disorders that may affect pharmacodynamics include genetic mutations, malnutrition, thyrotoxicosis, myasthenia gravis, Parkinson's disease, and certain forms of insulin-resistant diabetes mellitus.

Did you know?

Blood is approximately twice as thick as water because of the cells and other components found in it.

Did you know?

Certain chemicals, after ingestion, can be converted by the body into cyanide. Most of these chemicals have been removed from the market, but some old nail polish remover, solvents, and plastics manufacturing solutions can contain these substances.

Did you know?

Multiple sclerosis is a condition wherein the body's nervous system is weakened by an autoimmune reaction that attacks the myelin sheaths of neurons.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library