A nurse manager has reduced absenteeism by increasing each nurse's job responsibilities. Why is this strategy effective? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Nurses who feel their job is important realize that others depend upon their presence at work.
2. A nurse who is given additional work responsibilities must work harder to prevent termination.
3. Nurses who have greater responsibilities do not stress over minor responsibilities any longer.
4. A nurse with less responsibility is always less motivated.
5. Having greater responsibilities enriches the job experience.
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Rationale 1: When employees feel they are making a real contribution they take greater ownership in their work.
Rationale 2: Preventing termination is not the reason this strategy is effective.
Rationale 3: Generally, the greater the responsibility, the greater the stress over all aspects of the job.
Rationale 4: Many nurses are very motivated even though they may not have as much responsibility as others.
Rationale 5: Greater responsibilities often change the flavor of the job so that the nurse enjoys it more.
Global Rationale:
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