Reed and Pettigrew (2006) identified some additional time wasters that may contribute to a lack of outcome achievement by nurses during their shifts. Which of the following is not one of these identified time wasters?
a. complaining c. enthusiasm
b. perfectionism d. disorganization
C
A number of time wasters that can inhibit nurses from accomplishing their planned outcomes have been identified. Reed and Pettigrew (2006) added three time wasters to an already lengthy list. These are: complaining, perfectionism, and disorganization.
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