In the first phase of the performance appraisal process, the nurse manager prepares for the interview with the nurse. What should the nurse manager plan in preparation for the performance appraisal?
a. Anecdotal notes from other staff
b. Complaints from patients and families
c. Documentation of examples of performance
d. Documentation of medication errors
C
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A Although this may be helpful, actual examples of specific performance provide better feedback.
B Although this may be helpful, actual examples of specific performance provide better feedback.
C The nurse manager must have documentation of both good and bad performance to illustrate the necessary points of the evaluation.
D Although this may be helpful, actual examples of specific performance provide better feedback.
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