The nurse manager has determined the need to hire two staff nurses. Which factor is most critical as the nurse manager prepares to submit the request to administration?
1. Timing of the request
2. Negative inquiry
3. Compromise
4. Persistence
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Rationale 1: The nurse manager should plan to meet with administration when there is sufficient time and the supervisor seems receptive.
Rationale 2: Negative inquiry is used after a request has been denied.
Rationale 3: Compromise occurs after a request has been denied. Persistence and repetition are used after a request has been denied.
Rationale 4: Persistence and repetition are used after a request has been denied.
Global Rationale:
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