Author Question: Which questions should the nurse identify as illegal for the interviewer to ask and therefore the ... (Read 59 times)

ishan · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

Which questions should the nurse identify as illegal for the interviewer to ask and therefore the nurse need not feel obligated to answer directly? (Select all that apply.)

a. Have you been hospitalized within the past year?
b. What are two important things about yourself that you would like me to know?
c. Do you have a criminal record?
d. What would you say is your greatest weakness in the clinical area?

Question 2

Which is a basic rule when writing a letter of resignation?

a. Avoid venting negative feelings.
b. Honesty is the best policy; say how it is.
c. List suggestions for agency improvement.
d. Prior notice is highly overrated; just don't show up any more.

mbcrismon · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C
These questions have been determined to be illegal for the interviewer to ask. They do not relate to the interviewee's ability to meet the criteria set forth in the job description. The remaining options may be somewhat difficult to answer but are not illegal.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Never mention negative feelings about the agency or its personnel in a letter of resignation. A positive work reference may be needed at a later time. Reread the previous two sentences. It is not a wise idea to list suggestions for agency improvement. This suggests negative feelings about the agency. Proper notice is an important courtesy. Abrupt departure may mean the individual is not eligible to be rehired at a future time.