Exam 40: Professional Behaviors

The nurse manager on the neurology unit helps staff nurses become more involved with the local neurological association and schedules participation with in-services to the community.Which types of commitment to the nursing profession is exemplified by this nurse manager?

The medical-surgical nurse is habitually late and often leaves work for nurses on the other shift to complete.The nurse has been reprimanded for this behavior.Which action is required by the nurse in order to retain employment?

A nurse mistakenly gives a client,who is NPO for surgery,a morning breakfast tray.After realizing the mistake,the nurse notifies the healthcare provider as well as the client; explains the consequences of this mistake,which includes a delay in the client's surgery; and documents the situation in the client's medical record.Which is demonstrated by the actions of this nurse?

The nurse on third shift missed the last chance for the unit competency,stating,"Oh well,it's not like I don't know what I'm doing." Which is the most accurate description of this nurse's behavior?

A veteran nurse working on the medical-surgical unit of an urban hospital is frequently consulted by other staff members on clinical issues and new procedures.What characteristics of the informal leader does this veteran nurse demonstrate? Select all that apply.