The nurse is concerned about new scheduling changes and their impact on staffing levels
If applying the component of professional comportment, in which ways should the nurse respond? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Call a friend in another care area and discuss the changes in the unit station.
2. Request a private discussion of the proposed changes with the nurse manager.
3. Shake her head and laugh while saying, "Here we go again."
4. Discuss the changes with other staff members in the unit hallway.
5. Ask to serve on the committee that will evaluate the changes over the next 6 months.
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Rationale 1: Calling friends and discussing the changes in the unit station would not demonstrate professional comportment.
Rationale 2: Discussing the changes calmly in a private area demonstrates professional comportment.
Rationale 3: Shaking one's head, laughing, and making snide comments would not be professional or polite.
Rationale 4: Talking with others about the changes within earshot of patients would not demonstrate professional comportment.
Rationale 5: Working within the system to evaluate the impact of the changes demonstrates professional comportment.
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