A nurse manager understands that the typical first step in handling an employee with a discipli-nary problem is a:
a. Verbal reprimand.
b. Written reprimand.
c. Reminder of employment standards.
d. Day off without pay.
C
The progressive model of discipline advocates that the first step of the disciplinary process is the informal reprimand or verbal admonishment. The nonpunitive discipline model advocates re-minding the employee of the employment policies and procedures of the agency.
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