A Nurse Manager Is Faced with the Task of Introducing

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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."

Understand the principles of vicarious liability and the circumstances under which an employer is liable for the actions of employees and contractors.

Distinguish between just cause for termination and situations where dismissal is due to operational requirements.

Know the obligations of employees in terms of gathering information and soliciting customers before and after termination.

Recognize the rights and duties of unionized employees, including picket line protocols during strikes.

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Definitions:

Nitrogen Cycle

A biochemical cycle that involves the conversion of nitrogen into multiple chemical forms as it circulates among the atmosphere, terrestrial, and marine ecosystems.

Nitrification

A microbial process in the nitrogen cycle where ammonia is converted into nitrite and then into nitrate.

Atmosphere

The layer of gases surrounding a planet, essential for life on Earth, providing air to breathe and protecting from harmful solar radiation.

Assimilation

The process by which individuals or groups of differing ethnic heritage are absorbed into the dominant culture of a society.