The Nurse Is Sitting in on a Meeting for Clients

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse is sitting in on a meeting for clients on a behavioral health unit. Which of the following characteristics of the group indicate that the group is functioning effectively? Select all that apply.

• A)The expertise of group members is being used.
• B)The group atmosphere is positive.
• C)Members feel satisfied with their participation.
• D)The group listens to the ideas of certain group members.
• E)The discussion focuses on all issues brought by group members.

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Definitions:

Vertical Communication

The process of information flow in an organization between different levels of hierarchy, from top to bottom or bottom to top.

Hierarchy

A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

Scientific Study

A systematic enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the universe.

Human Factor

Refers to the psychological and physiological characteristics of humans, especially when considering their interaction with products, systems, or environments.