In which ways can nurse managers reduce risks for the organization? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A) Investigating a complaint about nursing care from a client's spouse
B) Encouraging nurses to cut corners when possible
C) Talking to physicians about ways to improve client care
D) Keeping staff members on task throughout the workday
E) Making sure staff members work minimal overtime

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

1. By investigating a complaint, the nurse manager may discover a true issue in the delivery of care. The manager may also gain a greater understanding of any underlying tensions that caused the spouse to make the complaint.
2. Cutting corners is a very real temptation in the high-paced environment in which nurses practice. The manager should not encourage this behavior as it is often risky and dangerous.
3. The nurse manager is in a position to discuss improvement of client care across disciplines.
4. The nurse manager can help make work more efficient by keeping staff members on task throughout the workday.
5. When staff members are tired from working overtime, they are more likely to make errors.

In Which Ways Can Nurse Managers Reduce Risks for the Organization