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Wadzanai

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on: Jul 7, 2018
The process of delegation may be undermined in the health care setting as one member of the team moves work in a downward direction. What are some of the reasons for delegatees to resist responsibility (select all that apply)?
 
  a. Lack of ability to direct
  b. Fear of criticism for mistakes
  c. Overwhelming workload
  d. Lack of confidence
  e. Lack of resources

Question 2

Before beginning her own nursing agency, a nurse worked with other temporary nursing agencies in nine states. This career style is known as:
 
  a. Linear.
  b. Spiral.
  c. Steady state.
  d. Entrepreneurial/transient.


Cnarkel

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

B, C, D, E
The delegatee may resist responsibility for a number of reasons, including fear of criticism, overwhelming workload, lack of confidence, and lack of resources.

Answer to Question 2

D
The entrepreneurial/transient career style, as described by Friss (1989), is appealing to nurses who enjoy variety in experiences.


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