IGNOU Post B. SC. Nursing entrance -2021
Nursing Management
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Issues related to nurse include all except?

Appeared in: IGNOU Post B. SC. Nursing entrance -2021

Explanation

  • Community policies are external, systemic frameworks that govern public health, not a direct occupational problem faced by an individual nurse.
  • While nurses implement and are affected by these policies (e.g., in community health nursing), they are not categorized as a personal or professional 'issue' in the same way as working conditions.
  • The other options represent direct stressors related to the nurse's job role, safety, and compensation.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

  • Option A: Increased workload is one of the most significant issues in nursing, directly leading to burnout, stress, and compromised patient safety.
  • Option C: Lack of security, including workplace violence and exposure to hazards, is a critical safety issue for nurses.
  • Option D: Poor pay structure is a major economic issue that affects nurse retention, morale, and contributes to workforce shortages.

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Clinical Relevance
  • Nursing practice connection: Knowing Occupational Issues in Nursing helps nurses interpret findings accurately and avoid errors in routine assessment, medication administration, and patient teaching.
  • Understanding these core issues is crucial for nurses to advocate for better working conditions through professional organizations, unions, and institutional policy-making.
  • Addressing issues like workload and safety is not just about nurse welfare; it is a critical component of ensuring patient safety and quality of care.
  • What if? If the question was 'Which of the following is a MACRO-level factor influencing nursing practice?', then 'Community policies' would be a correct answer, as it operates at a broad, systemic level.
How to Approach the Question
  • First, identify the negative keyword 'except'. This signals that you must find the option that does NOT belong with the others.
  • Analyze the stem 'Issues related to nurse'. This refers to problems, challenges, or stressors that directly affect a nurse's professional life.
  • Evaluate each option against this criterion:
  • Is 'Increased workload' a direct issue for a nurse? Yes.
  • Is 'Lack of security' a direct issue for a nurse? Yes.
  • Is 'Poor pay structure' a direct issue for a nurse? Yes.
Concept Tested & Keywords
  • Concept Tested: Occupational Issues in Nursing
  • Stem keywords: Issues, nurse
  • Lead-in keywords: except
  • Negative lead-in flag: The question asks for the EXCEPTION.

Question ID

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Reference Book

E6 Principles and Practice of NURSING Management Leadership for BSc Nursing 3rd Edi Jogindra Vati — Subpart A (pp 26-339 of 1017) p. 64-66

E6 Principles and Practice of NURSING Management Leadership for BSc NursingJogindra Vati — Subpart C (pp 679-1002 of 1017) p. 141-143

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