A Nurse Manager Is Using Homans's Framework to Evaluate the Need

question 12

Multiple Choice

A nurse manager is using Homans's framework to evaluate the need for team building in a group appointed to work on accreditation issues. Which strategies should the manager use as part of this evaluation?

• A) Observe group member behaviors during a meeting.
• B) Listen to how group members interact with one another.
• C) Compare the group to a similar group from the last accreditation cycle.
• D) Review the group's final report.
• E) Ask a team member how the work of the group is proceeding.

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