A nurse manager must exhibit qualities of efficiency and organization.Which nurse is demonstrating the qualities necessary for a manager?
A)A nurse becomes aware of increased infection rates following cardiac surgery.The nurse takes it upon herself to research the possible causes and prevention measures and to make suggestions to better protect patients.
B)A nurse acts quickly when a cardiac arrest is called on her patient.
C)A nurse notifies another staff member that she is being "pulled" today.
D)A nurse volunteers to work when another staff member must leave work because her child is ill.

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Determining who gets "pulled" is a management decision.Option A is incorrect because it is a role taken by a nurse leader.Option B is incorrect because it is an action taken by staff as part of the functional structure of the unit.Option D is incorrect because it is an action taken by staff as part of the functional structure of the unit.

A Nurse Manager Must Exhibit Qualities of Efficiency and Organization