The nurse manager notices some situations that seem to cause a disconnection or fragmentation of care. Which situation does the nurse identify as warranting evaluation and change?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The nurse manager is most likely to identify the issue of important procedures being missed on a patient admitted to the unit during busy or rushed times. The problem can be a cause of negative patient responses. A real danger is when a high-risk patient is assigned to a low-performing clinician. The manager may need to assign high-performing nurses to high-risk patients. The team approach to patient care is not a problem in itself; however, the nurse manager needs to assess for team cooperation and communication. Staff education for new procedures clarifies processes and accountabilities.

The Nurse Manager Notices Some Situations That Seem to Cause