According to the Trait Theory, when leaders put their traits into practice, positive outcomes result. What is the role of emotional intelligence in leadership?

The doctor orders 25 mg of an IV medication that needs to be reconstituted. The instructions say 50 mg of the medication is to reconstitute with normal saline for a solution of 2.5 mg/ml. How many mL will you draw up to achieve this ordered dose?

A nurse is preparing to call a physician about a change in condition. Which step should be done first?

Which example demonstrates formal communication in an organization?

The nurse is working with the team to create a standardized form for bedside shift report. Which tool will be most effective for this process.

There are 3 levels of management in nursing. Match the level to the appropriate title.

Mrs. Williams is a 62-year-old woman who arrived at the emergency room by ambulance. The EMT explains that she had felt funny and started to shake and convulse. Potassium is 3.0 mEq/L and the client reports having blood in the stool. Blood sugar is 78mg/dl. She is extremely tired and has a headache. Mrs. Williams is allergic to sulfa. The nurse needs to update the doctor on the patient’s arrival. Match the findings to the appropriate section of the SBAR.

A nurse leader asks, “Why do we exist, where are we now, and what do we want to be?” These questions reflect:

You are a nurse working in a busy 800-bed acute care hospital. A visitor stops you, while you are on your way to lunch, and asks, “What is the purpose of sharing your vision statement?” You reply:

The nurse manager explains to staff that strategic planning involves: