How should a nurse leader assist a group meeting to stay on task and on time? Select all that apply
1. Set a convenient and quiet meeting time and place.
2. Allow only the key members to participate in group discussions.
3. Personally evaluate each idea as it comes up and then decide to keep or discard.
4. Ensure that members know what is expected as completed "prework."
5. Distribute an agenda prior to the meeting to ensure that all are prepared.
Answer: 1; 4; 5
Rationale:
• Set a convenient and quiet meeting time and place: In order to stay on task and time, group members must be able to attend the meeting, and not be distracted or interrupted.
• Allow only the key members to participate in group discussions: This is inappropriate, as all members should be allowed input into discussions. If members have nothing to contribute, they should not be in the group.
• Personally evaluate each idea as it comes up and then decide to keep or discard: This is not appropriate for just the group leader; it should fall to all members of the group for discussions before a decision is made.
• Ensure that members know what is expected as completed "prework": Members should be kept on task by the leader so each meeting will be productive and efficient.
• Distribute an agenda prior to the meeting to ensure that all are prepared: This is important for the leader to make sure everyone involved knows tasks accomplished and those yet to come.
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