The associate nurse manager is giving directions to the staff regarding a Joint Commission initiative. Some of the assignments seem to be the same. The staff are complaining among themselves about the confusion. How should the staff handle the situation?
A. Follow the directions even if there is duplication.
B. Make an appointment with the nurse manager to discuss the associate nurse manager's behavior.
C. Review the directions and identify the areas of duplication.
D. Choose a representative to discuss the issue with the associate nurse manager.
ANS: C
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