A Charge Nurse Works on an Inpatient Unit in a Diverse

question 9

Multiple Choice

A charge nurse works on an inpatient unit in a diverse city. Knowing some generalizations about different ethnic groups, which action is best?

• A) Assign a female nurse to a female Muslim patient.
• B) Allow the family to stay when the Russian patient is told he has cancer.
• C) Start a meeting with a Hispanic family promptly on time.
• D) Have the Amish patient watch patient education podcasts.

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Definitions:

Maneuverability

The ability of an organization or individual to quickly and effectively change directions or strategies in response to external conditions.

Reward Power

The capability to offer something desirable as a means of influencing others' actions or decisions.

Legitimate Power

Power that is officially recognized and derived from a position of authority within an organization or society.

Referent Power

A form of power that stems from being admired or respected, often because of personality, skills, or relationships.