which of the following is not the preferable alternative to firing an employee except

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ATI Leadership Practice A

1. Which of the following is the preferable alternative to firing an employee?

A. Voluntary resignation
B. Training
C. Confrontation
D. Coaching

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The preferable alternative to firing an employee is voluntary resignation. When an employee voluntarily resigns, it allows them to leave on their terms, maintaining their dignity and possibly avoiding negative consequences associated with being fired. Training, confrontation, and coaching are not alternatives to firing but rather methods that can be used to address performance or behavior issues before resorting to termination.

2. What is the primary goal of a nursing informatics specialist?

A. Manage patient care
B. Implement new technology
C. Improve healthcare delivery
D. Support clinical decisions

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The primary goal of a nursing informatics specialist is to improve healthcare delivery. While managing patient care, implementing new technology, and supporting clinical decisions are important aspects of their role, the overarching objective is to enhance healthcare delivery by leveraging technology to improve patient outcomes, streamline processes, and optimize care. Therefore, the correct answer is to improve healthcare delivery.

3. One of the perceptions of turnover is:

A. Poor management
B. Rejection of the job
C. Loss of poor performers
D. Poor job atmosphere

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'Rejection of the job.' According to Steers and Stone, turnover can be perceived by coworkers as a rejection of the job. Choice A, 'Poor management,' is incorrect because turnover perception is more related to individual feelings about the job rather than management. Choice C, 'Loss of poor performers,' is incorrect as it focuses on the outcome of turnover rather than the perception. Choice D, 'Poor job atmosphere,' is incorrect as it describes a cause of turnover rather than a perception.

4. A nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of terminal cancer. Which of the following statements by the client should indicate to the nurse that the client is ready to hear information regarding palliative care?

A. "I am ready to learn about chemotherapy to help cure my cancer."
B. "I just want you to give me something to get this over with soon."
C. "I want you to tell me about measures available to keep me comfortable."
D. "I know that many people have recovered fully from cancer, and so will I."

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Choice C is the correct answer because the client expressing a desire to know about measures available to keep comfortable indicates readiness for palliative care. Palliative care focuses on providing comfort, symptom management, and improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses such as terminal cancer. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Choice A indicates a desire for chemotherapy to cure the cancer, which does not align with palliative care goals. Choice B expresses a wish to end the situation quickly, which may not be in line with palliative care that focuses on comfort and quality of life. Choice D shows optimism about a full recovery, which may not be realistic for a client with terminal cancer who needs palliative care.

5. A nurse has a seriously ill parent and must take care of the parent at home. Which of the following would NOT be a suitable solution to this problem? (EXCEPT)

A. Resignation
B. FMLA
C. Termination
D. LOA

Correct answer: C

Rationale: FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act) provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to care for a seriously ill family member, securing the employee's job status. Termination and resignation involve ending employment, which is not a suitable solution as it does not provide job security. LOA (Leave of Absence) is often unpaid and does not guarantee job protection, making it less suitable than FMLA in this scenario.