Author Question: One advantage to primary nursing is that: a. the approach to care is holistic c. RNs provide all ... (Read 82 times)

kaid0807 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

One advantage to primary nursing is that:

a. the approach to care is holistic c. RNs provide all the care
b. there is a higher RN skill mix d. nurse patient ratios are realistic

Question 2

Negative feedback should be given:

A) In the nursing station
B) During report
C) With a yearly evaluation
D) Privately

ju · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
An advantage of the primary nursing model is that patients and their families develop trusting relationships with one primary nurse. There is an identified accountability and responsibility for the nurse in developing the plan of care. The approach to care in this type of nursing is holistic, which facilitates continuity of care. This type of care costs more because there is a higher skill mix, and nurses often perform functions that could be completed by other staff. Nurse-to-patient ratios must be realistic to ensure there is enough nursing time available to meet patient care needs.

Answer to Question 2

D