A nurse manager prepares the duty roster, assigns staff, and arranges equipment for each shift. Which management function is mainly demonstrated?
Correct answer: B. Organising
- A. Planning
- B. Organising
- C. Controlling
- D. Evaluating
Explanation
Organising involves arranging people, materials, and activities so that planned work can be completed. Planning decides what should be done, while controlling checks whether the work meets expected standards.
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