Nursing Care Concepts Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT one of the four classifications of the descriptive Patient Classification System?

Emergency Care (correct)

Minimal Care/self-care

Intensive Care

Moderate Care

What characteristic best describes patients in the Minimal Care category?

Require major therapeutic interventions

Recovering from serious illness or operation

No longer need intensive or moderate care (correct)

Require constant monitoring

In the context of the nursing process, what is the first step?

Diagnosis

Assessment (correct)

Planning

Implementation

Patients in the Moderate Care category typically:

Are recovering from serious illness or operation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines a healthcare delivery system?

An organization providing resources and treatments Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of patients classified under Maximum Care?

Need complex medical care and constant monitoring Signup and view all the answers

Which step follows Diagnosis in the nursing process?

Planning Signup and view all the answers

The characteristic of needing less frequent observations is most likely associated with which patient category?

Minimal Care Signup and view all the answers

What is a main advantage of task-oriented care?

Tasks can be completed in a shorter amount of time Signup and view all the answers

What is a key disadvantage of a task-oriented approach to care?

It may lead to fragmented care for patients Signup and view all the answers

Which role does a case manager primarily take in the healthcare system?

Coordinating care for a group of clients Signup and view all the answers

What does the case method of patient care emphasize?

Individualized patient care as the oldest method Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of total patient care?

Potential for decreased accountability and responsibility Signup and view all the answers

In team nursing, what role does the team leader primarily fulfill?

Guides the team and manages care plans Signup and view all the answers

Which type of care aims to address both short-term and long-term needs of patients?

Case Management Signup and view all the answers

What is one example of a time waster mentioned in the care delivery models?

Unnecessary paperwork Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main purposes of delegation according to the managerial responsibilities?

To promote internalized motivation and enrichment Signup and view all the answers

Which area is specifically stated as something that should not be delegated?

The power to discipline Signup and view all the answers

What is a barrier to effective delegation mentioned in the content?

The ‘I can do it better fallacy’ Signup and view all the answers

Which statement most accurately describes the ultimate responsibility in delegation?

Ultimate responsibility for performance lies with the manager. Signup and view all the answers

What does the aspect of responsibility in delegation denote?

The obligations created by simply assigning tasks Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of successful delegation?

Avoiding responsibility for tasks Signup and view all the answers

Which is an example of a responsibility that should be retained by a manager?

Disciplining underperforming staff Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'hot potato' refer to in the context of delegation?

Passing off difficult responsibilities as a means of avoidance Signup and view all the answers

What type of power is based on the incentives a leader can provide and the value group members place on those incentives?

Reward Power Signup and view all the answers

Which type of power involves the leader's ability to make decisions regarding salary or vacation time?

Authority Signup and view all the answers

What does coercive power primarily rely on?

Negative consequences that may be imposed by the leader Signup and view all the answers

Information power is best described as being dependent on what factor?

The control over access to valuable information Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT associated with legitimate power?

The ability to wield influence through social connections Signup and view all the answers

What does accountability refer to in a leadership context?

Liability and formal obligations to disclose information Signup and view all the answers

Which power type emphasizes the leader's control over incentives that can motivate or demotivate group members?

Reward Power Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the concept of accountability in leadership?

The necessity to fulfill obligations to stakeholders Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reason for overdelegating?

Managers are lazy Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential step in effective delegating?

Select the most capable personnel Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of communication in a management context?

To ensure understanding of information Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is employed to provide self-study opportunities for staff members?

Democratic methods Signup and view all the answers

How can improper delegation negatively impact subordinates?

It can lead to increased workload and dissatisfaction Signup and view all the answers

What attitude should managers take to respect the individuality of their staff?

Acknowledge and accept idiosyncrasies Signup and view all the answers

What role does modeling play in the delegation process?

It demonstrates how to effectively execute tasks Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is important for setting deadlines in effective delegation?

Ensuring clarity and monitor progress Signup and view all the answers