Author Question: The nurse manager knows that the most serious effect that absenteeism has on the nursing unit is ... (Read 31 times)

Tirant22 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The nurse manager knows that the most serious effect that absenteeism has on the nursing unit is that:

a. Using replacement personnel with new ideas may be beneficial.
b. Salary costs are lower because personnel are fewer, and outcome is favorable.
c. Absence on the part of the rest of the staff is decreased.
d. Unacceptable patient care may result.

Question 2

Before terminating an employee, a nurse manager must:

a. Be an expert in all legal aspects of termination and discipline practices.
b. Follow the organization's specific policies for addressing disciplinary problems and termination.
c. Function as a counselor for problem employees.
d. Do everything to assist and protect the employee by adjusting standards and policies.

vickybb89 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Reduced staffing adversely affects patient care. Employee morale suffers, care standards may be lowered, and additional stress is placed on working staff.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
It is important to know the policies of the organization to address disciplinary issues fairly and equitably, as well as to know the model that is employed to address employee problems. Human resource departments and legal departments are important sources for consultation, advice, and support.