Nrs 429 exam Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NRS 429 Exam 1 - Questions and Answers Principles of systems thinking theory -thinking of the bigger picture -balancing short and long term objectives -recognizing the dynamic, complex, and interdependent nature of systems -using measurable v non measureable data Leadership -use of individual traits and abilities in relations with others and the ability to interpret the environment where a situation is emerging and enter that situation without the use of a pre designated plan -articulating a vi...

NRS 429 Exam 2 - Questions and Answers Expert power -based on one's reputation for expertise and one's credibility -knowledge and skills the nurse possesses that are needed by others Position power possessed by virtue of one's position within an organization or status within a group Information power stems from one's possession of selected information that is needed by others Connection power gained by association with people who are powerful people Referent power granted by association wit...

NRS 429 Exam 3 - Questions and Answers Negligence careless neglect, often resulting in injury Malpractice professional misconduct or unreasonable lack of skill Personal liability each person's responsibility and accountability for individual actions or omissions Vicarious liability attachment of responsibility to a person for harm or damages caused by another person within a negligence lawsuit or criminal prosecution Respondent superior a legal doctrine that holds an employer responsible for t...

NRS 429 Final Exam - Questions and Answers Brainstorming -generate large volume of creative options -do not have to be realistic -avoid critiquing of ideas and negative responses Nominal group techniques -avoid discussing and write ideas to solve issues -display ideas on flip chart one at a time -ideas clarifies -each member privately assigns priority rank Focus groups explore issues and generate information SWOT -strengths -weaknesses -opportunity -threats Delegation -transfer of responsibili...