Which statement would not relate to the position of the charge nurse?
1. The charge nurse is the nurse manager.
2. The charge nurse is focused on making sure the unit runs well.
3. The charge nurse works with multiple teams.
4. Charge nurses may work on any shift.
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Explanation: 1. The charge nurse is not the nurse manager.
2. The charge nurse is focused on the unit operations.
3. Typically there are several teams, and the charge nurse works with all of them.
4. Each shift may have a charge nurse.
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