A nurse manager directly supervises 18 nurses and finds that important concerns are often missed. Which management concept should be reviewed?
Correct answer: A. Span of control
- A. Span of control
- B. Unity of direction
- C. Scalar chain
- D. Authority gradient
Explanation
Span of control is the number of workers directly supervised by one manager. An overly wide span can reduce communication, follow-up and effective supervision.
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