Delegating requires clear and skillful _____ to avoid liability. ...

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Delegating requires clear and skillful _____ to avoid liability.
 
  a. negotiation
  b. communication
  c. corrective action
  d. planning

Question 2

You are hired as a new manager. When the offer of employment is made, you agree to at-will employment. Later, you become very concerned about the policies and practices of your organi-zation and their impact on patient care.
 
  You speak with your supervisor several times about your concerns, but no action is taken. In considering your next steps, you: a. Consider your increased vulnerability un-der the terms of your employment.
  b. Recognize that your supervisor is more vulnerable than you are because of her more senior position.
  c. Are more likely as a leader to take action because you are well protected from re-percussions by federal and state regula-tions.
  d. Contact your union to discuss your con-cerns and review your options.

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Answer to Question 1

B
Delegating requires skillful written and verbal communication to avoid liability. If an activity is not documented, it is considered that it was not done. Clear documentation of assignments and additional clarification of the delegated tasks for each health care team member are required when delegating.

Answer to Question 2

A
Managers of at-will employees have greater latitude in selecting disciplinary measures for specific infractions. State and federal laws do provide a level of protection; however, an at-will employee may be terminated at any time for any reason except discrimination. At-will employees, in essence, work at the will of the employer. Nurses in these positions need to know their rights and accountability.