Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A nurse manager understands that the typical first step in handling an employee with a disciplinary problem is at:
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Reminder of employment standards. This is the typical first step in handling an employee with a disciplinary problem because it serves as an initial warning to clarify the expected behavior. It allows the employee to understand the standards they are expected to follow and provides an opportunity for corrective action before escalating the issue.
A: Suspension with pay is usually a more severe disciplinary action and is not typically the first step.
B: Written reprimand is usually a follow-up step after the reminder of employment standards.
C: Day off without pay is a form of disciplinary action that is more severe than a reminder of employment standards.
E, F, G: No information provided, so cannot evaluate their correctness.
A: Suspension with pay is usually a more severe disciplinary action and is not typically the first step.
B: Written reprimand is usually a follow-up step after the reminder of employment standards.
C: Day off without pay is a form of disciplinary action that is more severe than a reminder of employment standards.
E, F, G: No information provided, so cannot evaluate their correctness.