A Nurse Manager Is Faced with the Task of Introducing

question 1

Multiple Choice

A nurse manager is faced with the task of introducing an unpopular change to a staff that includes several nurses who have acted as rejecters to previous changes. The manager expects resistance but hopes to identify these rejecters early in the process. The manager should be particularly alert to which statements?

• A) "I don't care what they say; I'm not giving care that way."
• B) "I don't think this is going to work, but I'll probably come around to it sooner or later."
• C) "I'm not crazy about this idea, but we do need to change how we are providing care."
• D) "I bet I can make it very difficult for this change to occur."
• E) "It won't be so bad. I like change."

Comprehend the statistical risk factors associated with violence among different demographics.

Recognize the importance of objective interaction with suspected abusers for the benefit of the victim.

Understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of nurses in reporting abuse and violence.

Identify strategies for primary prevention against community and workplace violence.

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Definitions:

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Surgery Risk

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Dehydration

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