A Nurse Manager Approaches the Nursing Supervisor with a Request

question 26

Multiple Choice

A nurse manager approaches the nursing supervisor with a request for approval to incorporate 12-hour shifts into scheduling. The supervisor denies the request, stating this staffing pattern was used previously with poor outcomes. Which responses by the nurse manager may positively influence the supervisor?

• A) "I agree it was not effective years ago, but other units have now had success with it."
• B) "What were your specific concerns about the 12-hour shifts?"
• C) "I think it is unfair to refuse my unit this opportunity based on the past."
• D) "Why are you always so opposed to change on my unit?"
• E) "If we don't offer alternative staffing patterns, we aren't going to be able to attract new hires."

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Definitions:

Latissimus Dorsi

A large, flat muscle on the back that helps with the movement of the shoulders and arms, including rotation and pulling movements.

Trapezius

A large superficial muscle that extends longitudinally from the occipital bone to the lower thoracic vertebrae and laterally to the spine of the scapula, involved in moving the shoulder and neck.

Pectoralis Major

A large muscle in the upper chest that performs functions related to the movement of the shoulder joint, including flexion, adduction, and medial rotation.

External Abdominal Oblique

A muscle located on the lateral and front sides of the abdomen, involved in rotating and bending the trunk.