Policies and Procedures Serve Many Purposes in an Organization

question 6

Multiple Choice

Policies and procedures serve many purposes in an organization.Which of the following purposes of policies and procedures is the most important for the nurse manager?

• A)They serve as a basis for future decisions and actions.
• B)They serve as a means to plan the unit budget.
• C)They serve as a means to control performance.
• D)They serve as a means to increase consistency of action.

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Definitions:

Nutrition

The process by which living organisms obtain and process the nutrients necessary for maintaining health and promoting growth.

Obesity Rates

The percentage of a population that is classified as obese based on body mass index (BMI) measures, indicating a high level of body fat in relation to height.

Muscle

A tissue in the body composed of fibers capable of contracting to produce movement or maintain posture.

Fatty Tissue

Connective tissue in the body that stores fat, which can provide insulation and protection for organs and contribute to energy reserves.