Deck 18: Overcoming Evaluation Anxiety

Question 1

The nurse evaluates care provided by a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN).The nurse determines that the LPN/LVN has high evaluation anxiety if which is observed?

A)The LPN/LVN compares self-performance to how other nurses are performing.
B)The LPN/LVN is not concerned about how the nurse is evaluating performance.
C)The LPN/LVN focuses on the actual tasks rather than thinking about self-performance.
D)The LPN/LVN blames external factors if performance is inadequate or poor.

Answer 1

The LPN/LVN compares self-performance to how other nurses are performing.

Question 2

The nurse receives criticism during a performance evaluation by a nursing supervisor.Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A)Disregard criticism that is given on more than one evaluation.
B)Reply with incivility if the criticism is destructive or disrespectful.
C)Ask for specific details or examples of the behavior being criticized.
D)Avoid confrontation if the evaluator gives unfair criticism.

Answer 2

Ask for specific details or examples of the behavior being criticized.

Question 3

A nurse who is extremely anxious about an upcoming evaluation with the nurse manager asks a mentor who is an experienced nurse for advice.Which approach should the mentor recommend to control evaluation anxiety?

A)Avoid making medication errors and always provide safe nursing care.
B)Practice positive self-talk daily and during the evaluation.
C)Articulate your goals before the nurse manager gives feedback.
D)Agree to the suggestions given by the nurse manager on how to improve.

Answer 3

Practice positive self-talk daily and during the evaluation.

Question 4

Choose the examples of the major factors underlying evaluation anxiety experienced by nurses.Select all that apply.

A)Administering a medication incorrectly that results in a patient death.
B)Difficulty using therapeutic communication techniques with patients.
C)Losing a job because nursing care does not meet safety standards.
D)Inability to accept constructive criticism from a supervisor.
E)Fear of being accused of drug diversion.

Question 5

The nurse is anxious before meeting with the nurse manager for an annual performance evaluation.Which physical symptom would the nurse expect?

A)Hypoventilation
B)Increased concentration
C)Decreased heart rate
D)Palpitations