Exam 39: Managing Care

An instructor is teaching the class about cost-conscious nursing practice.The instructor knows that the students understand this concept when the students make which statements? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for several medical-surgical clients.The nurse has delegated skin care of an incontinent client to new unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)on the unit.Which action by the nurse will improve effectiveness of the client care provided?

The nurse is appointed to a clinical-administrative task force studying critical staffing issues and care delivery models for the hospital.Which evidence on the effects of different staffing choices and care delivery models should the task force consider? Select all that apply.

A nurse is completing discharge teaching for a client who is hospitalized for total hip replacement.The client asks the nurse why there is a case manager involved and expresses confusion about who is in charge.The client states,"I thought my doctor manages my care." Which is the best response by the nurse?

A nursing supervisor has been told to ensure that the hospital's new electronic records system is properly implemented on the nursing unit.Which actions by the supervisor are the best use of exercising the managerial role? Select all that apply.

A nurse is caring for a client who had a total hip replacement 14 days ago.The client is preparing for discharge in a few days.The nurse facilitates a care conference with the primary healthcare provider,occupational therapist,physical therapist,and the client and family to develop a plan of care for the client prior to discharge.Which roles are being demonstrated by this nurse? Select all that apply.

A nurse-supervisor is encouraging nurses to delegate responsibilities whenever possible.Which criteria is used to determine skills that can be delegation? Select all that apply.

A nurse is applying for a job as a case manager for a managed care insurance organization.Which responsibility is associated with this role?