Which Statement by the Nurse Manager Shows Understanding of What

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which statement by the nurse manager shows understanding of what initiated the development of the team Strategies and Tools to Enhance Performance and Patient Safety (STEPPS) ?

• A) "The increased need for health care coverage"
• B) "The need for more qualified nurses"
• C) "A need for a teamwork system focused on improving communication and teamwork"
• D) "The increased cost of health care"

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Definitions:

Evisceration

Extrusion of the internal organs.

Post-Operative Day

The period following a surgical operation, specifically used to denote the days as recovery progresses.

Saline-Soaked Dressing

A wound dressing moistened with saline solution to aid in the healing process by keeping the wound clean and moist.

Vacuum Assisted Closure

A medical treatment that uses negative pressure to help wounds heal faster by drawing out fluid from the wound and increasing blood flow to the area.