Which Statement by the New Graduate Nurse Indicates a Need

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the new graduate nurse indicates a need for further instruction about documentation? Select all that apply.

• A) "I can wait until the end of the shift to document my care."
• B) "Charting every 2 hours is the most appropriate way to document nursing care."
• C) "I find it easier to chart before I go to lunch and then after my shift report."
• D) "I should chart as soon as possible after nursing care is given."
• E) "I document medications given before providing them to the patient."

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Definitions:

Coordinating Mechanism

Strategies or systems used within organizations to align activities, tasks, and functions among different departments or teams.

Span of Control

The number of subordinates that a manager or supervisor can directly control.

Employee Involvement

The practice of including employees in the decision-making process and giving them a say in the operation and management of the company.

Narrow Span of Control

Narrow span of control refers to a management structure where a manager oversees a small number of subordinates, allowing for closer supervision.