The nurse has set a goal of becoming a clinical nurse leader ...

[charchew]

The nurse has set a goal of becoming a clinical nurse leader (CNL). What actions should this nurse plan to reach this goal?
 
  1. Obtain experience as a nurse manager.
  2. Learn as much as possible about the hospital's organization.
  3. Take a class in hospital administration.
  4. Return to school to obtain a master's degree.

Question 2

Which indicate ways nurse managers can plan to reduce risks for the organization? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Investigating a complaint from a clients wife
  2. Encouraging nurses to cut corners when possible
  3. Talking to physicians about better ways to do things
  4. Keeping staff on task throughout the work day
  5. Making sure staff work minimal overtime
  6. Enforcing staff discipline for wrongdoing

[jessofishing]

Answer to Question 1

4
Rationale 1: Experience as a nurse manager is not essential to the CNL role.
Rationale 2: The CNL role is a unit-based role.
Rationale 3: The CNL role is to coordinate care at the bedside and supervise the health care team.
Rationale 4: CNLs are educated at the master's level.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

1, 3, 4, 5
Explanation: 1. Investigating complaints, talking about better ways to accomplish daily tasks, and avoiding
overtime when the staff is tired are all ways to avoid risk to the organization. Cutting corners
and blaming/disciplining staff will increase risk potential for the organization.

[charchew]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[helenmarkerine]

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