The Nurse Manager Is Dealing with a Situation Between Two

question 10

Multiple Choice

.The nurse manager is dealing with a situation between two nurses who disagree on patient assignments. The nurse manager decides to allow the two nurses to work out their differences between themselves because the patient needs and the needs of the unit are being met. After the situation is resolved, the nurse manager praises the two nurses for making autonomous decisions about staffing. What will be the likely outcome of praising the nurses in this situation?

• A) higher job satisfaction
• B) Lower job satisfaction
• C) Lower patient satisfaction
• D) Increased staff turnover

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