A Factory Abruptly Closes During Hard Economic Times

question 11

Multiple Choice

A factory abruptly closes during hard economic times.Six weeks later,an office worker has not received a single call-back from a prospective employer.He cannot sleep,is irritable,does not want to interact with his family or peers,paces frequently,and spends several hours most days alone in a local bar.Bills are piling up.He has given up applying for jobs.Which nursing intervention would be most important at this time?

• A) Explore his feelings supportively and guide him to focus on one concern at a time.
• B) Discuss ways to improve mood and reduce anxiety,such as exercise and interaction.
• C) Help him apply for financial assistance such as food stamps and utility reductions.
• D) Work with patient and family to assure that any guns have been removed from the home.

Grasp the concept of supportive behavior in leadership and its distinction from controlling or directive behavior.

Understand Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs and its application in organizational and communication contexts.

Understand the characteristics and functions of nonverbal communication in a workplace.

Recognize the impact of personal health issues on workplace dynamics and coworker relationships.

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Contingency Approach

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Situational Forces

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Universal Managerial Principles

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