30 Questions
What is the primary purpose of organizational goals?
To provide a broad statement of intent
What is the main objective of the 'Patient care' objective at Bagong Ospital ng Maynila?
To offer quality medical care at an affordable cost
What is the primary focus of an organization's mission statement?
To explain the core reasons behind the organization's existence
What is the purpose of policies in an organization?
To provide cohesive guidance for employees
What is the primary purpose of an organization's vision statement?
To provide a future-oriented plan for the organization
What do procedures provide in an organization?
Step-by-step guidance on implementing policies
What is the relationship between an organization's mission and vision statements?
The vision statement incorporates the organization's mission and values
What is the primary purpose of an organization's goals and objectives?
To provide more concrete information on what and how the organization plans to act
When are policies and procedures typically used?
During employee orientation, daily routines, and decision-making
What is the purpose of familiarizing employees with policies and procedures?
To provide rules and guidance
What is the time frame outlined in an organization's vision statement?
10-15 years
What is the primary characteristic of a motivated team?
Having a strong reason to continuously improve
What percentage increase in adverse events is associated with increased workload and stress?
28%
Which of the following factors contributes to a better care environment?
Emphasis on staff development
Mackoff and Triolo (2008) identified which of the following as a key factor contributing to excellence and longevity of nurse managers?
Meaningfulness of organizational purpose
What is a key concept in creating a culture of safety in healthcare?
Openness to questioning existing systems
What is a challenge in creating a culture of safety in healthcare, according to Hinshaw (2008)?
Nurse shortages and resource shortages
Which of the following is NOT a factor in better care environments, according to Aiken et al. (2008)?
Use of advanced technology
What is the underlying principle of unity of command in an organization?
Each employee has one manager and one boss.
What is delegation in the context of nursing, according to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)?
Retaining accountability for a task while transferring authority.
What are the two key aspects to consider when delegating tasks, according to Tappen, Weiss, and Whitehead (2004)?
Delegatee's ability and fairness of the task.
Which of the following tasks can never be delegated, according to the practice-defining functions of nursing?
Assessment and evaluation.
What remains unchanged when a nurse delegates a task?
Delegator's accountability.
What is a key aspect of the relationship between the delegator and the delegatee in the workplace?
Workplace environment or agency policy.
What is the primary goal of the neoclassical theory in the workplace?
To emphasize the importance of motivation in employee productivity
What is the main characteristic of a narrow span of control?
Each manager has only a few people in the reporting structure
What is the term for the power to guide and direct workers within their specific area?
Authority
What is the primary factor that determines the organizational structure?
The number of employees who report to a manager or supervisor
What is the result of a wide span of control in an organizational structure?
Fewer managers and more reporting workers
What is the responsibility of a worker in an organization?
To produce or complete the task assigned by a superior
Test your understanding of hospital mission statements, their importance, and key components. Evaluate your knowledge of forming effective mission statements for healthcare organizations.
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