A nurse has become aware of sweeping changes that are proposed for the state budget which may have ramifications for the funding of the inner-city clinic where the nurse provides care
In order to influence the decision-making process the nurse should first
A) tell clients of the clinic that their healthcare is in jeopardy.
B) clearly communicate her views on the matter to the appropriate legislators.
C) examine the systems and processes at the clinic to see where efficiency could be improved.
D) approach the media with examples of the way that funding changes will hurt patient and
client outcomes.
Ans: B
One of the most basic, and important, ways to influence the political process is to
explicitly communicate one's views to the government leaders who determine policy.
Examining the efficiency of the clinic is a useful exercise but not one that is likely to influence
political decisions. It is likely premature and alarmist to go to the media or begin telling clients
that their care is in jeopardy.
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