An Adolescent Has a TB Skin Test Prior to Working

question 8

Multiple Choice

An adolescent has a TB skin test prior to working as a volunteer in a hospital. The adolescent is healthy and has not travelled to or from a TB-endemic area or had close contact with anyone who has TB. The Mantoux skin test shows 10 mm of induration after 48 hours. What will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner do?

• A) Ask the adolescent about exposure to homeless persons.
• B) Order a chest radiograph to rule out active TB.
• C) Reassure the adolescent that this is a negative screen.
• D) Refer the adolescent to an infectious disease specialist.

Recognize the significance of self-esteem and locus of control in job performance and selection.

Understand the role of agreeableness and intellectual openness in organizational behavior.

Define and differentiate between self-esteem, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence.

Acknowledge the interaction between personality factors and specific behaviors in the workplace.

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Definitions:

Organizational Effectiveness

The degree to which an organization achieves its goals and objectives through the efficient use of resources within a given context.

High Machs

Individuals characterized by a Machiavellian personality, often exhibiting manipulation and a strong focus on self-interest.

Convincing Liars

Individuals who are highly skilled at deceiving others, often appearing believable and trustworthy while telling falsehoods.

Perceptual Set

A tendency to perceive or notice some aspects of the available sensory data and ignore others, influenced by expectations or prior knowledge.