Unrest and Employee Turnover Have Resulted in a Unit Being

question 30

Multiple Choice

Unrest and employee turnover have resulted in a unit being critically understaffed. The human resources department and nurse manager are attempting to recruit new nurses for the unit. How should the history of this unit be presented? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

• A) The facts of the history should be presented while maintaining the confidentiality of those involved.
• B) The history should briefly be mentioned as "some minor problems with staffing."
• C) The history should not be mentioned.
• D) The recruiters should focus on the positive work environment of the rest of the facility.
• E) Steps being taken to correct problems on the unit should be outlined and explained.

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