QUESTION Why is shared governance important? A. Regulates licensing of registered nurses and practical nurses B. Provides staff nurses with a voice in setting standards and policies C. Provides staff nurses with representation in the political arena D. Provides oversight and treatment of impaired nurses ANSWER: ANS: B
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION A nurse learns that two members of the nursing staff are making negative statements regarding their assignments. The nurse also hears that this is not the first time this has occurred. How should the nurse address this situation? A. Contact the human resource department of the institution. B. Call a collective staff meeting and […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION What are the benefits of joining a professional organization? A. Higher pay B. Shared governance C. Patient safety D. Representation ANSWER: ANS: D
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Which of the following is a characteristic of a culture of safety? A. Staff willingness to admit having made a mistake B. Finding the staff member responsible for insulting a patient C. Consistently placing insensitive staff on suspension D. More efficient use of scarce resources ANSWER: ANS: A
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION A health-care organization that wants to achieve excellence in patient care should: A. Review unit expenses for possible fraud. B. Refuse to accept mediocrity in patient care. C. Provide monitors to staff and arrive on time. D. Update staff job descriptions. ANSWER: ANS: B
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION What are the benefits of collective bargaining? A. Improved management-staff relationships B. A more collegial environment for nursing staff C. Fair treatment and protection of benefits D. Increased staff and patient satisfaction ANSWER: ANS: C
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Why is the culture of an organization important to a new graduate? A. The culture can create an environment that is hostile to new employees. B. It impacts an organization’s public image. C. Culture determines the financial health of an organization. D. Culture allows free speech. ANSWER: ANS: A
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION A nurse is obtaining a patient history. The nurse enters the information into a handheld as the client speaks to her and asks questions clearly and concisely. The nurse asks questions regarding information the patient has already given. The patient says, “Are you listening to me?” How should the nurse respond? A. “Yes, I’m […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Empowerment occurs more often with: A. Authoritarian management. B. Shared governance. C. Laissez-faire governance. D. Autocratic management. ANSWER: ANS: B
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION For registered nurses to enhance their expertise and sense of empowerment, certain activities are necessary. Which of the following will least prepare registered nurses for enhancing their competence? A. Actively participating in interdisciplinary team conferences B. Attending professional organization meetings C. Refraining from participating in research projects in a clinical specialty D. Returning to […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
