A Nursing Supervisor Has Introduced a Needed Change in Policy

question 10

Multiple Choice

A nursing supervisor has introduced a needed change in policy to the nurse managers. The managers have met maximum resistance when attempting to gain support for the change. Which options reflect valid strategies for the nurse managers?

• A) Meet with the supervisor and discuss modification of the proposed change.
• B) Slow down the change process.
• C) Meet with the supervisor and suggest abandoning the change.
• D) Work together to identify strategies to overcome resistance.
• E) Proceed with the change.

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