You Work in an Intermediate Care Unit That Has Experienced

question 10

Multiple Choice

You work in an intermediate care unit that has experienced high nursing turnover.The nurse manager is often considered to be an autocratic leader by staff members and her leadership style is contributing to turnover.You have asked to be involved in developing new guidelines to prevent pressure ulcers in your patient population.The nurse manager tells you that you do not yet have enough experience to be on the prevention task force.This situation and setting is an example of:

• A) a barrier to handoff communication.
• B) a work environment that is unhealthy.
• C) ineffective decision making.
• D) nursing practice that is not evidence-based.

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