The Nurse Manager Feels That Changing the Unit's Method of Assigning

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse manager feels that changing the unit's method of assigning break times would benefit the flow of client care. What should be the manager's first action associated with this idea?

• A) Tell the staff that a change is coming, but that it is positive and they should not be worried.
• B) Collect and analyze information about how the current system is working.
• C) Mention in a staff meeting that the current system is causing a lot of trouble.
• D) Identify how the manager would know if the change is benefiting the unit.

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Definitions:

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