The nurse manager needed to conduct an appraisal interview for a novice nurse who was completing his first 6 months of work on the unit. Which kind of appraisal interview would best fit the new employee?
a. Tell-and-sell
b. Tell and listen
c. Problem solving
d. Goal setting
ANS: A
The tell-and-sell method works best with young or new employees or individuals who are new to an assignment. These employees may want advice or assurance from an authority figure.
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