A Nursing Case Manager Requests a Meeting with the Nursing

question 20

Multiple Choice

A nursing case manager requests a meeting with the nursing staff after discovering variances from critical pathways related to timely discharge of patients having hip replacement.Patients are not being discharged on time because they are refusing their physical therapy as a result of poor pain control.Meeting with the staff to discuss potential improvements in pain management is an example of

• A) performance improvement.
• B) continuous quality improvement.
• C) team building.
• D) Joint Commission compliance.

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Definitions:

Reporting Bias

A tendency to selectively choose or promote certain outcomes, data, or studies over others, which can lead to a distorted view of reality.

Incentive Bias

The tendency of an individual or entity to act in a way that is more favorable for their interests due to the promise of a reward or bonus.

Incentive Fee

A fee paid to a fund manager based on performance; typically a percentage of the fund's profits.

Risk-free Interest Rate

The yield from an investment that carries no risk of losing money, often linked to government securities.