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lilldybug07

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on: Jul 8, 2018
Which of the following people is more likely to experience burnout?
 
  a. A nurse who just celebrated her fifth year with the agency
  b. A nurse manager who works 50 hours a week
  c. A nursing assistant who just returned from vacation
  d. A unit secretary who would like to return to school

Question 2

The nurse manager was orienting a new staff nurse to the unit. The nurse manager identified the staff nurse's stress level when the staff nurse said:
 
  a. I'm so excited about this new job
  b. Is my license on the line if the equipment malfunctions?
  c. I realize I'm just out of school, but I'm willing to learn.
  d. How long is orientation?


jaymee143

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Well-educated, intelligent, creative people in management are at high risk for burnout.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Nurses face stress related to their exposure to life-and-death situations and their need to know how to use numerous pieces of equipment and deal with the consequences of equipment failure.


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