The LPN manager must support the staff as they make the second phase of change, which is moving. In order for this stage to be effective, the manager should:
1.
spend time teaching the staff.
2.
implement the change prior to unfreezing.
3.
criticize mistakes that are made.
4.
pay attention to any signs of hyperenergy.
ANS: 1, 4
To implement the moving part of change, the manager needs to show a strong sense of support to the staff, and he or she needs to reinforce the process. Hyperenergy is an unbalanced feeling that indicates people are ready to move ahead. The manager generally needs to spend more time with staff to teach and reinforce the process in which they are engaged
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