As a result of retirements, resignations, and reorganization, a nurse became nurse manager of a high-acuity unit three months after being licensed. The manager struggles with the responsibilities of the position and is often unable to make decisions. Which component of the AONE management competencies does this nurse probably lack?
A) Foundational thinking skills
B) Personal and professional accountability
C) Clinical practice knowledge
D) Effective communication skills

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1. There is no evidence that this nurse lacks foundational thinking skills.
2. There is no evidence that this nurse lacks personal and professional accountability.
3. To effectively manage a high-acuity unit, the nurse must have sufficient experience to develop clinical practice knowledge. Three months is not long enough for that to occur.
4. There is no evidence that this nurse does not have effective communication skills.

As a Result of Retirements, Resignations, and Reorganization, a Nurse