As part of performance appraisal, the nurse manager designs strategies to acknowledge staff members. What practices by the nurse manager best acknowledge staff accountability and contribution?
a. Providing new and varied learning experiences for staff members
b. Fostering group cohesiveness through standardization of unit activities
c. Allowing professionals greater influence over their practices
d. Giving recognition for success and support for failure to staff members
ANS: C
Facilitating greater control over practices implies trust and acknowledges expertise and performance.
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