A nurse manager is addressing concerns in the shift action plan. Which of the following would be least likely to be addressed in the shift action plan?
a. Resources c. Task completion due dates/times
b. Optimal outcomes d. Guidelines for task completion
B
Concerns that can be addressed in shift action plans include understanding the big picture (staffing
issues, number of patients, environmental concerns), task completion due dates/times (time frame for
accomplishment of tasks), understanding the priorities (emergency equipment checks, identification of
patients at greatest risk for life-threatening complications), reasonable outcomes (those that are
realistic to accomplish, not optimal outcomes), and resources (staff available to do work).
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