QUESTION Creativity is especially important in which phase of problem-solving? A. Identifying the issue B. Generating possible solutions C. Evaluating the solutions D. Implementing the solution ANSWER: ANS: B
QUESTION Conflict can occur when there is: A. A decrease in workloads. B. Acceptance of cultural differences. C. A secure work environment. D. Tension between groups. ANSWER: ANS: D
QUESTION When issues and problems arise that cannot be resolved through discussion, the next step might be: A. Negotiation. B. Discussion. C. Problem-solving. D. Arguments. ANSWER: ANS: A
QUESTION Problem resolution, as opposed to negotiation, is appropriate in which of the following situations? A. Complex, widespread disagreement B. Highly charged situation C. Political issue D. Interpersonal misunderstanding ANSWER: ANS: D
QUESTION Ground rules are set during a negotiation in order to: A. Prevent escalation of the conflict. B. Restrict freedom of discussion. C. Clarify the source of the conflict. D. Reduce formality. ANSWER: ANS: A
QUESTION The best indication that a conflict is resolved is when: A. Everyone falls silent. B. The group that was correct is the winner. C. Issues remain a concern. D. Everyone is satisfied with the solution. ANSWER: ANS: D
QUESTION Collective bargaining is best described as: A. An informal problem-solving process. B. A generally informal process involving all staff members. C. A formal procedure governed by labor laws. D. Focused on interpersonal relationships. ANSWER: ANS: C
QUESTION Which of the following situations may cause moral distress for the new graduate? A. A CNA checks off care that was not given B. Patients are asked to provide consent without explanation of the procedure C. Staff are taking long breaks and then requesting payment for overtime D. All of the above ANSWER: […]
QUESTION A patient comes to the oncology clinic and is assigned a “nurse navigator.” The patient asks, “What is a nurse navigator?” How should the nurse respond? A. “The nurse navigator makes sure that patients keep their appointments.” B. “The nurse navigator oversees the treatment plan created by the team.” C. “The nurse navigator gives […]
QUESTION Delegation is defined as: A. Reassigning the responsibility of performing a job from one person to another. B. Explaining how you want a job done. C. Telling other people what to do. D. Developing ways to classify people into job categories to learn what they are capable of doing. ANSWER: ANS: A