Factors increasing offpeak mortality risk include

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Factors increasing off-peak mortality risk include (Select all that apply):

A. Rotating shifts B. Mandatory overtime C. Good staff mix D. Nurse fatigue

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Overtime (B) and fatigue (D) raise risk; A is minor, C reduces it.

Validity of performance comments is enhanced by:

A. Anecdotal notes over time B. Quantity of info C. Employee agreement D. Multiple contributors

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Notes over time (A) provide evidence, unlike B, C, or D.

A behavioral question for an interview is:

A. Tell me about a conflict...' B. One strategy for conflict?' C. Preferred conflict style?' D. How effective in groups?'

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Behavioral focus (A) reveals past actions, unlike B, C, or D.

An environment fostering misunderstanding leads to:

A. Poor communication B. Role overload C. Staff turnover D. Low morale

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Misunderstanding hinders communication (A), unlike B, C, or D.

Traditional patient safety approaches focused on:

A. Assigning blame B. Finding system solutions C. Instituting best practices D. Hiding errors

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Blame (A) was traditional, unlike B, C, or D.

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