Staffing plans help nurse managers

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ATI LPN Test Bank

Staffing plans help nurse managers:

A. Assign daily staff B. Plan days off C. Outline staff by classification per shift D. Predict float staff needs

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Outlining staff per shift (C) manages costs, unlike A, B, or D.

The safest scheduling pattern is:

A. No rotating shifts B. Mandatory overtime C. 12-hour shifts D. Fixed schedules

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: No rotating shifts (A) reduces errors, unlike B, C, or D.

Risks to patient mortality include (Select all that apply):

A. Staff burnout B. Positive leadership C. Casual positions D. Staffing levels

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Burnout (A) and staffing levels (D) increase risk; B reduces it, C is neutral.

A four-point ordinal scale reflects:

A. BARS B. Management by objectives C. Forced distribution D. Traditional rating scale

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Traditional scales (D) use generalizations, unlike A, B, or C.

Before authorizing a position opening, the nurse manager should:

A. Review position description B. Place an ad C. Review applications D. Look for internal candidates

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Reviewing description (A) ensures alignment, unlike B, C, or D.

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