The registered nurse has had recent difficulty finishing and documenting client care during the assigned shift. The nurse has historically had very good appraisals, and the climate of the unit has not changed
Which would be the best approach to correct recent behaviors? 1. Provide education
2. Simplify tasks
3. Clarify expectations
4. Reassign the nurse to another unit.
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Rationale 1: The nurse performed well in the past, so the problem is more likely due to motivation, not skills.
Rationale 2: If the climate of the unit had changed in such a way that the nurse was not overloaded with work, simplifying tasks might be a valid option. Since this has not occurred, motivation is the most likely cause for this issue.
Rationale 3: The nurse may lack the motivation to do the job on time. The manager should first clarify the expectation that the nurse will have work completed by the end of the shift. If the problem continues, additional intervention may be necessary.
Rationale 4: There is no indication that assigning the nurse to another unit would solve this problem.
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