A nurse manager must introduce a new infection-control procedure, but several nurses believe it will increase their workload. Which action is most likely to gain cooperation?
Correct answer: A. Explain the patient-safety reason and involve staff in implementation
- A. Explain the patient-safety reason and involve staff in implementation
- B. Issue the procedure without explanation and monitor complaints
- C. Allow each nurse to choose whether to follow the procedure
- D. Delay the change until every nurse agrees with it
Explanation
Explaining the rationale and involving staff in practical implementation supports understanding, commitment, and problem solving. A leader may set required standards, but unexplained or optional infection-control practice can place patients at risk.
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