In the decision-making process, the nurse identifies a problem by:
a. Referring to the standards of practice
b. Using the nurse's own experience
c. Drawing on his or her education
d. Analyzing available information
ANS: D
Managers identify the cause or causes of a problem by analyzing available information. Then they begin exploring possible solutions.
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