A Major Change Has Occurred in the Governance of the Hospital

question 25

Multiple Choice

A major change has occurred in the governance of the hospital. How can the nurse manager help staff cope with this change? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

• A) Disperse information about the change as quickly as possible.
• B) Discourage any negative discussion about the change.
• C) Remind staff that change is part of the healthcare environment.
• D) Talk about the change in positive terms.
• E) Withdraw slightly from those who oppose the change.

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Definitions:

Uncertainty Avoidance

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