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Because of rapid turnover and the ongoing hiring of new graduates, the skill levels of staff in a busy CCU are varied. Senior staff are becoming burned out with the need to provide mentorship and guidance to new staff.
 
  As the manager, you propose the addition of a nurse in advanced practice to provide consultation and education for staff. This position is termed a(n):
 
  a. Hierarchical position.
  b. Ancillary.
  c. Line position.
  d. Staff position.

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A facility that provides care for patients whose average length of stay is less than 30 days and to patients whose average length of stay is longer than 30 days, and who require inpatient and ambulatory care for addictions,
 
  through a spectrum of wellness and illness services and providers, would be considered:
 
  a. A healthcare network.
  b. A tertiary care institution.
  c. Rehabilitative.
  d. Long-term care.


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

ANS: D
Line personnel have authority for decision making, whereas personnel in staff positions provide education, support, advice, and counsel. The nurse in the advanced practice is providing advice and support through education as well as consultation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Healthcare networks embrace and provide wellness and illness services, including primary, secondary, and tertiary care, through a network of providers.


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