According to R. N. Lussier, there are content motivation theories ...

[Jkov05]

According to R. N. Lussier, there are content motivation theories and process motivation theories. Which of the following is considered a process motivation theory?
 
  a. Equity theory
  b. Hierarchy of needs theory
  c. Existence-relatedness-growth theory
  d. Hygiene maintenance and motivation factors

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of direct supervision?
 
  a. The RN provides direction through the use of written instructions and communication.
  b. The RN is present when the NAP assists a patient with ambulation around the nurses' station for the first time.
  c. The RN provides supervision through the use of verbal communication before the task is performed.
  d. The RN gives specific instructions to the IV-certified LPN regarding timing for medi-cation delivery, but is not present when the IV medication is actually administered.

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Answer to Question 1

A
The process motivation theories are equity theory and expectancy theory. The content motivation
theories include Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, Aldefer's existence-relatedness-growth (ERG)
theory, and Herzberg's hygiene maintenance factors and motivation factors.

Answer to Question 2

B
Direct supervision occurs when the RN is physically present when the task or activity is being performed. An example of direct supervision occurs when the RN is physically present when a NAP assists a patient with ambulation. Indirect supervision occurs when the RN is not physically present when a task or action is performed, but the supervision may be given in written or verbal communication.