A nurse has gone to the human resources director to complain about a recent appraisal. The nurse informs the HR director he did not agree with some comments on the appraisal
Which of the following comments by the HR director would be appropriate? 1. ?You?ll need to follow up with your manager.?
2. ?You don?t have to agree with the appraisal but you do have to sign it.?
3. ?You have the right to file a written appeal.?
4. ?You should have one of your peers review your appraisal.?
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Explanation: 1. The employee has a right to appeal an appraisal and document his version of the facts. The
employee?s decision to follow up with the HR director is appropriate. The employee should
sign the appraisal after the appeal process and proper documentation regarding the facts. It is
inappropriate for another staff nurse to review the appraisal.
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