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c0205847 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Unrest and employee turnover have resulted in a unit being critically understaffed. The human resources department and nurse manager are attempting to recruit new nurses for the unit.

How should the history of this unit be presented? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. The facts of the history should be presented while maintaining the confidentiality of those involved.
2. The history should briefly be mentioned as some minor problems with staffing.
3. The history should not be mentioned.
4. The recruiters should focus on the positive work environment of the rest of the facility.
5. Steps being taken to correct problems on the unit should be outlined and explained.

Question 2

A 58-year-old client has been admitted to CCU with a myocardial infarction. The client suddenly goes into cardiac arrest and team members rush into the room. What type of nurse leadership style would be best in this situation?

1. Autocratic
2. Democratic
3. Laissez-faire
4. Bureaucratic

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

Answer to Question 1

1,5
Rationale 1: The facts should be presented honestly and as completely as possible without breaching confidentiality.
Rationale 2: Unrest and employee turnover cannot honestly be categorized as minor problems with staffing.
Rationale 3: It would not be fair to hire a nurse into this unit without providing some history.
Rationale 4: Focusing on the rest of the facility is not a fair representation of the work environment a nurse could expect on this unit.
Rationale 5: Candidates should be made aware of the problems and what is being done to correct them.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

1
Explanation: 1. The autocratic leader makes all the decisions and has the authority. This would be the most
effective type of leadership in a code situation. The other leadership styles would be ineffective
in an emergency situation.