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oliviahorn72

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on: Jul 7, 2018
A proficiency examination is planned to ensure that employees have the requisite knowledge to use a new wireless system. Which statement indicates the best use of testing?
 
  1. Testing is criterion-referenced to evaluate predetermined system competencies.
  2. Computer testing is done using a multiple-choice question format.
  3. Predetermined competencies are determined by comparing class averages.
  4. Norm-referenced testing is used to ensure the most successful employees keep their position.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about the value of nurse-family meetings in the acute care setting is inaccurate?
 
  1. Regular nurse-family meetings usually increase conflict between staff and family.
  2. Regular family meetings help to improve care processes in the hospital.
  3. Regular nurse-family meetings may enhance family decision-making.
  4. Regular nurse-family meetings allow acknowledgement of family suffering.


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janieazgirl

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Reply #1 on: Jul 7, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: The most effective testing is criterion-referenced with predetermined competencies, not comparing results among employees.

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1 Meetings most often decrease conflict between staff and family because opinions and beliefs are openly shared in a collaborative manner.
2 Regularly scheduled nurse family meetings may decrease family uncertainty and help families face the struggles and stresses of family decision-making.
3 Regularly scheduled nurse-family meetings may help families with decision-making.
4 Regular nurse-family meetings provides opportunity for family members to discuss how another member's hospitalization is affecting them emotionally or spiritually.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 7, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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