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A nurse is working on a cruise ship. Which of the following is one of the most important skills in which this nurse must be proficient?

• A) Performing complex technical skills

• B) Performing first-aid and life-support measures

• C) Teaching preventive measures to clients

• D) Performing detoxification for clients

The nursing instructor is teaching students how to apply for a job. Which of the following is recommended?

• A) Spend at least 2 hours a day in the job search.

• B) Set a goal for number of contacts per day

• C) Use networking skills instead of classified ads to find openings. .

• D) Do not over plan the interview by practicing for difficult questions.

.The graduate nurse is preparing for an interview with a hospital administrator. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for making a good impression?

• A) If salary and benefits are unknown, ask these questions first.

• B) Do not mention any gaps in job experience or education.

• C) Do not explain why you might have held a number of jobs unless asked.

• D) State that you would appreciate inservice education in procedures if uncomfortable

A nurse wants to attend an informational interview at a multispecialty hospital. What should the nurse consult for an informational interview?

A) Medical pool services

B) Nurse's registry

C) Human resources department

D) Employee health services

• a

• b

• c

• d

The charge nurse observes a life-threatening deficiency on the part of an LPN working on the unit. What should be the initial action of the charge nurse in response to this situation?

• A) Prepare a plan of assistance for the employee.

• B) Tell the director of nursing immediately

• C) Enroll the employee in retraining classes.

• D) Terminate the employee immediately

.An employee is showing deficiencies in the technical skills involved in everyday nursing care. Which of the following is the first step in terminating this employee?

A) Oral reprimand

B) Written reprimand

C) Plan of assistance

D) Performance review

• a

• b

• c

• d

• A

• B

• C

• D

• A

• B

• C

• D

• B

• C

• D

• E

• A and F

• A

• B

• D

• E

• C and F