In keeping with guidelines of the organization, the nurse manager docu

QUESTION

In keeping with guidelines of the organization, the nurse manager documents staff problems. Documentation of disciplinary problems should:

a. Include a plan to correct them and to prevent future occurrences.
b. State a detailed history of past problems that are related to the current one.
c. Be written at the convenience of the manager.
d. Not be discussed until the formal performance evaluation.

ANSWER:

ANS: A
In documenting staff problems, it is important to identify the incident with an objective statement of facts and record actions taken to correct/prevent future problems.