The nurse is asked to testify at a Congressional hearing about a public health issue affecting more than 50% of community members. In which order should the nurse prepare for this testimony?
1. Verify time limits
2. Confirm the time to register
3. Answer questions completely
4. Maintain professional composure
5. Prepare the testimony in advance
6. Thank the committee for their time
7. Dress to communicate professionalism
8. Provide written copies of the testimony
9. Present the material and avoid reading it
Correct Answer: 2, 5, 7, 4, 1, 8, 9, 3, 6
When preparing to testify the nurse should confirm the time to register, prepare the testimony concisely and clearly in advance, dress appropriately to convey professional status, maintain a courteous, professional composure throughout the hearing, verify any time limits to the presentation, provide copies of the written testimony; present the material without reading it, answer any questions completely, and thank the committee for allowing the testimony.
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