A Nursing Unit Comparing Team Nursing to the Partnership Model

question 8

Multiple Choice

A nursing unit comparing team nursing to the partnership model would find what statement to be true?

• A) With the partnership model,an RN does not have to be part of the mix.
• B) Leadership abilities of the RN are a major determinant of effectiveness of care for both models.
• C) The RN teaches the LPN/LVN or unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)how to apply the nursing process in team nursing.
• D) With team nursing the RN cares for the patient while the team members work with the family or significant others.

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