Which of the following is an example of objective, rational ...

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Which of the following is an example of objective, rational thinking rather than subjective, irrational thinking about nursing assistants whom the LPN/LVN charge nurse supervises?
 
  a. I want nursing assistants to be on time for report.
  b. Neat appearance means good clinical skills.
  c. Nursing assistants who are late intend to take advantage of co-workers.
  d. Beware of nursing assistants who smile a lot. They're manipulative.

Question 2

Which behavior should the LPN/LVN charge nurse identify as dysfunctional behavior that violates OBRA regulations by threatening resident quality of life, health, or safety?
 
  a. The nursing assistant praises a resident who is having post-stroke speech therapy for attempts to communicate verbally.
  b. The nursing assistant asks to talk to the LPN/LVN charge nurse about changes the nursing assistant would like to make in a resident's plan of care.
  c. The nursing assistant uses a sharp tone of voice and body posture, suggesting impatience when feeding a resident.
  d. The nursing assistant offers to help co-workers after finishing his resident care assignment.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
This is an objective, rational thought that reflects a reasonable expectation for nursing assistants. The other options exemplify subjective, irrational thinking.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
This behavior negatively affects the quality of life and safety of a resident. The other options do not negatively affect the resident's quality of life.

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