If the nurse manager is ordering supplies for the unit, which communication mode is best?
1. Oral
2. E-mail
3. In person
4. Voice mail
2
Explanation: 1. To avoid misunderstanding of supplies needed, a written request is the most appropriate
choice. It avoids misunderstanding since the needs can be checked off a list. The other choices
leave room for forgetting items.
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