Testbank by Yoder-Wise for Leading and Managing in Nursing, NURS 4803 7th Edition

Testbank by Yoder-Wise for Leading and Managing in Nursing, NURS 4803 7th Edition 1. As a nurse manager, you observe a staff nurse who over the past few weeks has become withdrawn and has had several absences due to minor ailments. Your best action would be to: a. ask the nurse if she is okay during report. b. refer the nurse to the employee assistance program. c. ask the nurse to meet with you for a few minutes before she leaves for the day. d. write a note to the nurse advising her that her work attendance must improve. ANS: C Stress can lead to emotional symptoms such as depression and a variety of ailments. Meeting with the nurse privately may assist in identifying stress and possible solutions. TOP: AONE competency: Business Skills