Question 1

A nurse who has worked on a unit for 8 years has just accepted a position as a nurse practitioner at an indigent clinic. How should the nurse handle leaving the current position?

Accepted Answer

It is appropriate to inform the current manager as soon as the decision is made. This allows adequate time for finding a replacement and ensuring a smooth transition of care for patients. Additionally, it is important to maintain professionalism and avoid gossiping or discussing the matter with colleagues before informing the manager.

Question 2

A newly promoted nurse manager is overwhelmed by the amount of paperwork that must be submitted to the director. The nursing unit is very busy and is short staffed, so the manager also takes a client assignment. This additional work makes the paperwork load even more daunting. Which statement is the most important lesson for this manager to learn?

Accepted Answer

The job of a nurse manager requires a lot of paperwork and multitasking. It is important for the nurse manager to adjust, respond to change, and remain flexible in order to manage their workload effectively. Prioritizing client care and nursing staff should also be important, but learning to manage the workload through adaptability is crucial for success in the role. Dismissing the importance of paperwork could lead to negative consequences for the unit and organization.

Question 3

A nurse manager has a strong belief in the value of certification for staff nurses. Unfortunately, only two staff members are certified. How could the manager encourage the remaining staff to seek certification?

Accepted Answer

Providing financial support (B), offering study sessions and tips (C), securing salary adjustments (D), and role-modeling the behavior (E) are all positive and supportive strategies that can encourage staff to seek certification. Making it a job requirement (A) may not be as effective or feasible.

Question 4

Several months ago, the nurse accepted a management position in the neurological care unit. The nurse has been very challenged and stressed and is unsure the position change was the correct choice. What should the nurse do now?

Accepted Answer

It would be best for the nurse to discuss the matter with the director of the unit to express their concerns and seek guidance on how to handle the stress and challenges of the new position. The director may be able to offer support, advice, or even alternative strategies for managing the workload. Resigning may not be the best option without exploring other possible solutions first.

Question 5

A nurse knows that both experiences and a plan are important when building a résumé. Which attributes are the most important for the plan part of this endeavor?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

In an activity log, a nurse records attendance at an education seminar as, "Class on arrhythmia recognition, State College, taught by Sue Smith, RN." What else would be valuable for the nurse to include?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

A nurse has decided to relocate to another state. Which entry on this nurse's resume will be most useful in searching for a new job?

Accepted Answer

While all the entries on the nurse's resume may be valuable, the six years of work experience as a nurse manager in the ICU is likely to be the most useful for finding a new job. This experience is directly related to the type of position the nurse will be seeking and is evidence of the nurse's expertise and leadership ability. The other entries may be of interest to potential employers but do not necessarily demonstrate the nurse's qualifications for a specific role.

Question 8

A nurse has two job offers. One will not be available for 6 months and the other is in an organization that the nurse does not think is a good fit. The client care in the second organization is not what the nurse would feel comfortable providing. What action should the nurse take in regard to the second organization?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

A female nurse has an interview for a new job scheduled next week. What should the nurse plan to wear to this interview?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

A nurse says, "At last I feel like I am beginning to harvest some of the benefits of my career. I love sharing what I have learned with the new generation of nurses." Someone hearing this statement would interpret it to mean the nurse has likely practiced for at least ______ years.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 26: Advancing Your Career