A typical day for the nurse manager includes the time she spends with other nurses, client, physicians, and ancillary staff. The most important skill she must have is the ability to
A) Provide direct client care
B) Maintain the unit's budget
C) Plan for the future
D) Communicate with all groups
Ans: D
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