A nurse is having difficulty managing assignments at work, which results in a feeling of "failure" and tasks that are not completed or that are not completed satisfactorily. The mentor suggests some tips for time management
These include: (Select all that apply.)
a. focusing on activities to be completed, rather than on objectives.
b. planning for tomorrow today.
c. making certain that the last hours are the most productive in tying up loose ends.
d. maintaining a log of how the nurse spends time (no need to worry about using complete sentences).
e. picking five major objectives for the day and not stopping until they are achieved.
ANS: B, D
Correct:
b. Planning for the future is an effective time management strategy.
d. Maintaining a log of how you spend your time is an effective time management strategy.
Incorrect:
a. Focusing on activities to be completed, rather than on objectives, is not a good time management strategy.
c. Making certain that the last hours are the most productive in tying up loose ends is not a good time management strategy.
e. Picking five major objectives for the day and not stopping until they are achieved is not a good time management strategy.
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ANS:
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1. orange juice. 2. bananas. 3. carrots. 4. tomatoes. 5. celery.
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