The RN fulfills the role of a leader by
a. acting as an advocate for the client by
relating the client's desires to the
health care provider.
d. easing the transition to the new
working environment by teaching the
philosophy of the unit.
b. seeing the client as having the control
and ability to manage the treatment
regimen.
e. explaining to co-workers the rationale
behind decisions, schedules, and
assignments.
c. discussing co-workers with other
nurses to clarify issues.
f. reminding other nurses of the
opportunities of the nursing profession
and motivating them to do their best.
ANS: a, b, d, e, f
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