You Are Hired as a New Manager

question 3

Multiple Choice

You are hired as a new manager.When the offer of employment is made,you agree to at-will employment.Later,you become very concerned about the policies and practices of your organization and their impact on patient care.You speak with your supervisor several times about your concerns,but no action is taken.In considering your next steps,you:

• A)Consider your increased vulnerability under the terms of your employment.
• B)Recognize that your supervisor is more vulnerable than you are because of her more senior position.
• C)Are more likely as a leader to take action because you are well protected from repercussions by federal and state regulations.
• D)Contact your union to discuss your concerns and review your options.

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Established patterns of behavior expected of individuals in specific positions or settings within a cultural or social context.

Priest

A religious leader authorized to perform the sacred rituals of a religion, often acting as an intermediary between humans and one or more deities.

Shaman

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