An OB Nurse Has Violated a Unit Policy

question 32

Multiple Choice

An OB nurse has violated a unit policy. The OB manager is discussing the incident with the nurse. During the discussion, the nurse informs the OB manager of the actions of other staff and the physician's attitude leading up to the event. How should the manager address these issues?

• A) Tell the nurse that physician's attitude is none of the nurse's business.
• B) Inform the nurse of the policy violation.
• C) Inquire about the physician's attitude and the staff actions during the incident.
• D) Redirect the nurse to focus on the issue.

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