A medical-surgical nurse is being reprimanded by the manager. The nurse did not follow unit policy in relaying a clients complaint regarding another staff member. The nurse insists they managed the situation appropriately.
Which action would be appropriate for the manager to discuss with the nurse? 1. Schedule a follow-up meeting.
2. Explore alternative solutions to the situation.
3. Meet with the human resources director.
4. Discuss the nurses competence.
Question 2
An OB nurse has violated a unit policy. The OB manager is discussing the incident with the nurse. During the discussion the nurse informs the OB manager of the actions of other staff and the physicians attitude leading up to the event.
How should the manager address these issues? 1. Inform the nurse the physicians attitude is none of their business.
2. Inform the nurse of the policy violation.
3. Ask the nurse about the physicians attitude and the staff actions during the incident.
4. Redirect the nurse to focus on the issue.
The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings
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