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Management Workbook

Promoting the Development and Understanding of Management Issues for Pre-Registration Nurses

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Scenario 1 - Managing a Challenging Situation

Mr Evans has been admitted with a UTI and has not slept for 2 nights. He has become increasingly confused and unco-operative and has now grabbed the scissors from the resus trolley. When approached by staff he tries to attack them.

Question 1

Question 1: What is the prime consideration in this situation?

Question 2

Question 2: Who could you call on for help in dealing with this?

Question 3

Question 3: Is there anything that could be done to prevent a similar occurrence happening if the patient remains confused during their admission?

Question 4

Question 4: Would you report these events and if so how?

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