The nurse manager delegated the task of making client assignments to the staff nurse. How would the nurse manager evaluate the results of the delegation?
a. Ask other staff to supervise the nurse manager's work
b. Ask personnel if they are happy about the assignments
c. Correct the staff nurse's work
d. Use performance standards to evaluate
ANS: D
Performance standards clarify how the leader or manager measures achievement. These standards define the quantity or quality of work expected and the time allowed for its accomplishment.
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