Exam 14: Expressing Opinions

The nurse is a member of a quality improvement project team to improve communication when a patient is transferred to another unit.Which statement by the nurse is appropriate to demonstrate positive regard for the team members?

A nurse who frequently corrects other staff nurses is trying to avoid making comments when it really does not matter.In which situation(s)would it be appropriate for the nurse to remain silent and not share an opinion? Select all that apply.

A new blood glucose bedside monitoring system is introduced at a staff meeting.A nurse who has previously used this system remembers that the meter would show error messages frequently.Which statement by the nurse demonstrates assertiveness?

A nurse manager has set a goal to improve professional communication on the unit.The staff nurses have attended a session on how to distinguish between expressing opinions and giving advice.Which statement,if made by a staff nurse,indicates that further teaching is needed?

Which nurse statement(s)is/are examples of expressing opinions in an assertive way with colleagues? Select all that apply.