Nursing Elites

1. A manager has a budget request deadline today at 3:00. He stops his work to answer the phone, check emails as they arrive, and speak with staff who stop by his office. As a result, he misses the deadline. What best describes the cause of missing his deadline?

• A. Goal setting
• B. Organization
• C. Time wasters
• D. Assertiveness

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The best choice that describes the cause of the manager missing his deadline is 'Time wasters.' In this scenario, the manager's focus was diverted by tasks like answering the phone, checking emails, and speaking with staff, which are considered time wasters when they prevent him from meeting his deadline. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect in this context. Goal setting was not the issue as the manager was aware of the deadline; organization did not play a significant role as his tasks were interrupted by external factors, and assertiveness was not the cause of missing the deadline.

2. Which of the following is a trait that was found to be common among leaders in trait theory?

• A. Communication of duties assigned
• B. Adaptability and changing priorities
• C. Order giving and decision making for a group
• D. Communication of goal direction

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'Communication of goal direction.' Trait theory suggests that effective leaders possess certain traits, one of which is the ability to clearly communicate the direction and goals of the group. This trait helps in aligning the efforts of the team towards a common objective. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because while communication, adaptability, decision-making, and order giving are important skills for leaders, the specific trait commonly associated with leaders in trait theory is the ability to communicate the direction and goals.

3. An RN is reviewing professional behavior expectations with a group of new nurses. Which of the following statements should be included in the teaching?

• A. It is not OK to discuss your days at work on social media.
• B. When you are passionate about a topic, speak up in professional platforms.
• C. Your behavior outside of the practice setting can impact your license.
• D. Nurses may lose their licenses for unprofessional actions.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct statement to include in the teaching is that nurses may lose their licenses for unprofessional actions. This is an important reminder to new nurses about the serious consequences of unprofessional behavior in the healthcare field. Choice A is incorrect because discussing work on social media can breach patient confidentiality. Choice B is incorrect as speaking up in blogs and forums may not always align with professional conduct standards. Choice C is incorrect as behavior outside the practice setting, if unprofessional, can indeed impact a nurse's license.

4. There are several pitfalls that should be avoided when using social media of any type. For example, a nurse or student could be found guilty of libel in which of the following scenarios?

• A. Snapping a selfie with a patient
• B. Posting a positive review of the hospital where the student completed clinicals
• C. Creating a closed online forum where students can discuss clinical experiences without providing client information
• D. Complaining about her nurse preceptor on social media, discussing the preceptor’s unprofessional characteristics.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Complaining about her nurse preceptor on social media, discussing the preceptor’s unprofessional characteristics, could be considered libel.

5. Attending a continuing education class on advanced technology in health care is interpreted as which of the following by the nurse manager?

• A. Only important for nurse managers
• B. Not important
• C. A waste of time
• D. Essential to nursing care

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: 'Essential to nursing care.' Advancements in technology play a crucial role in modern healthcare delivery. By attending a class on advanced technology, the staff nurse can enhance their skills and knowledge, ultimately benefiting nursing care. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because advanced technology is not exclusive to nurse managers, is important for improving patient care, and is not a waste of time as it helps nurses stay updated with the latest advancements.

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