Increased patient acuity at the long-term care facility and recent staff resignations have increased the nurse's workload over the last few months. Which actions would increase the nurse's self-care?
A) Resolving to work no more than one overtime shift per pay period.
B) Consciously setting limits on the amount of time spent with any given patient.
C) Documenting any lapses in care that result from the low staff ratio at the facility.
D) Asking the nurse manager to temporarily assign more unlicensed care providers to the facility.
A
Feedback:
Putting limits on workload when possible can nurture relationships and self-care. Setting limits on patient interaction is contrary to the role of a nurse healer, and asking for assistance and documenting consequences of inadequate staffing may be appropriate responses to the situation at the facility but they do not directly foster the nurse's self-care.
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