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silviawilliams41 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The nurse manager is calculating the cost of offering two bonus incentives to nursing staff for covering call-ins for sickness.

After reviewing the statistics, the manager finds that option A is more cost-effective than option B but decides to implement option B because it seems safer. Which option best describes the basis of this decision? 1. Probability
2. Probability analysis
3. Objective probability
4. Subjective probability

Question 2

Expectations from the nurse manager as team leader include: Select all that apply.

1. Offer constructive criticism.
2. Settle all employee conflicts.
3. Encourage group discussions.
4. Facilitate group processes.
5. Foster team dependence.

cdmart10 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Probability is the likelihood, expressed as a percentage, that an event will or will not occur.
Rationale 2: Probability analysis is a method of calculating expected risk; this is the method the nurse used to compare the two options.
Rationale 3: Objective probability is the likelihood that an event will or will not occur, based on facts and reliable information.
Rationale 4: Even though option A is more cost-effective, the manager believes option B to be in the best interest of the unit. Subjective probability is the likelihood that an event will or will not occur based on personal judgment and beliefs.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

1, 3, 4
Explanation: 1. Constructive criticism assists the nurse manager be construed as the team leader, as does
encouraging group discussions, and facilitating group processes. The nurse manager as team
leader would not settle all conflicts, but should be aware of most and get involved when
necessary. Finally, fostering interdependence is more appropriate for the team leader as it
creates cohesiveness among members.