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A nursing director wishes to improve the job performance of a group of medical orderlies who are ineffective in their job.
Using Herzberg's theory of motivation, what would be the most appropriate motivator?
Suggested Answer: C
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Richelle
10 months ago
Totally with B! Achievement and recognition are key motivators!
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Ira
11 months ago
Really? I doubt just redecorating will change their performance.
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German
11 months ago
I think C could help too, a nice space can boost morale!
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Pete
11 months ago
A better healthcare plan sounds nice, but it’s not the main motivator.
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Ivette
11 months ago
Definitely B! Recognition makes a huge difference.
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Tyisha
12 months ago
I keep second-guessing myself, but I wonder if A could be a motivator too, since better healthcare might make them feel valued?
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Bernardine
12 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I feel like B aligns more with what Herzberg said about motivating employees through personal growth.
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Jestine
12 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about hygiene factors. Would C really be a motivator, or just a way to make the environment nicer?
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Estrella
1 year ago
I think Herzberg's theory emphasizes intrinsic motivators, so maybe B is the best choice since it focuses on achievement and recognition.
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Hobert
1 year ago
I'm feeling pretty confident on this one. Herzberg said that things like pay and benefits are just hygiene factors, not true motivators. So the answer has to be B - opportunities for achievement and recognition.
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Erasmo
1 year ago
I'm a little confused on the difference between motivators and hygiene factors in Herzberg's theory. Is improving their work environment considered a motivator or just a hygiene factor? I'll have to review my notes.
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Salina
1 year ago
Okay, I've got this. Herzberg said that true motivators are things like achievement, recognition, and opportunities for growth. So the answer has to be B - offering them chances to achieve and be recognized.
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Dick
1 year ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I know Herzberg talked about intrinsic and extrinsic motivators, but I'm not totally sure how to apply that here. I'll have to think it through.
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Eliz
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure this is asking about Herzberg's motivation theory, so I'll need to think about what factors he identified as motivators versus hygiene factors.
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Trinidad
1 year ago
I wonder if the nursing director could motivate the orderlies by offering them a chance to ride a unicorn to work. That would definitely get their attention!
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Paulina
1 year ago
Ha! Providing them with a better healthcare plan? That's like trying to bribe them with free donuts. Herzberg would definitely not approve of that kind of extrinsic motivation.
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Hannah
1 year ago
C: Setting up a break room where they could socialize with staff nurses could also be a good motivator for the medical orderlies.
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Lemuel
1 year ago
C: Setting up a break room where they could socialize with staff nurses might boost morale and teamwork.
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Keith
1 year ago
B: Redecorating their office so that they are pleasant and comfortable might also help improve their job performance.
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Salena
1 year ago
B: Redecorating their office so that they are pleasant and comfortable could also help improve job performance.
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Brock
1 year ago
A: Offering them opportunities for achievement and recognition would be the most appropriate motivator according to Herzberg's theory.
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Mila
1 year ago
A: Offering them opportunities for achievement and recognition would be the most appropriate motivator.
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Britt
1 year ago
I'm leaning towards option D. A break room where the orderlies can socialize with the nurses could help improve teamwork and camaraderie, which can be a powerful motivator.
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Willard
1 year ago
I agree, but I still think option D would be more beneficial in building a stronger team dynamic.
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Margurite
1 year ago
I think option B could also be effective. Giving them opportunities for achievement and recognition can boost their morale.
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Wenona
2 years ago
I'm not sure about that. I think a more comfortable work environment, like option C, could also be a good motivator. Sometimes little things like office decor can really impact morale and productivity.
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Javier
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe option D would be more effective as socializing with staff nurses can improve teamwork and morale.
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Brinda
2 years ago
I agree with Micaela, recognition and achievement can really boost job performance.
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Maynard
2 years ago
I think option B is the best choice here. Herzberg's theory suggests that factors like achievement and recognition are key motivators, so providing those opportunities would be the most appropriate approach.
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Quentin
1 year ago
Redecorating the office might be nice, but it won't necessarily improve job performance like recognition would.
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Jani
1 year ago
Providing a better healthcare plan is important, but I think recognition is more motivating.
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Noemi
1 year ago
I agree, setting up opportunities for achievement can really boost job performance.
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Willetta
1 year ago
Option B is definitely the way to go. It's all about recognition and achievement.
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Micaela
2 years ago
I think option B is the best motivator.