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"Nursing is a therapeutic interpersonal process". This definition was stated by:
correct answer Hildegard Peplau
"The unique function of the nurse is to assist the individual, sick or well, in the
performance of those activities contributing to health or its recovery (or to
peaceful death) that he would perform unaided if he had the necessary strength,
will or knowledge. And to do this in such a way as to help him gain independence
as rapidly as possible "This definition of nursing was given by: correct answer
Virginia Henderson
A component that separates occupations from professions is commitment. Which
of the following is the best way that nurses can show commitment to each other?
correct answer Mentoring nursing students and novice nurses
A nursing student asks, "Why do I have to go to clinical in obstetrics when I know
I'll never work with women and children?" In which stage of Cohen's model of
professional socialization is this student? correct answer Stage 2:
Negativity/independence
- Stage II: Negativity/Independence
(critical thinking & knowledge expand; questions asked)
A nursing student says to the clinical faculty, "I know I will be able to care for this
patient given your directions." In which stage of Cohen's model of professional
socialization is this student? correct answer Stage 1: Unilateral dependence
, - Stage I: Unilateral Dependence
(rely on external limits & controls established by authority/faculty)
A nursing student says, "I can now see how developing care plans helps organize
my thoughts and patient care." In which stage of Cohen's model of professional
socialization is this student? correct answer Stage 3: Dependence/mutuality
- Stage III: Dependence/Mutuality
(reasoned evaluation of others' ideas; realistic appraisals)
According to the nurse's Code of Ethics, the hallmark of nursing practice is correct
answer Individual accountability
Preparation is a component that separates occupations from professions. Which
of the following is the best way that a nurse demonstrates preparation for the
profession? correct answer Articulates the values of caring and compassion in
patient-centered care
preparation includes training and orientation to beliefs
SBAR - Situation Background Assessment Recommendation originally created for
who? correct answer It was originally developed by the U.S. Navy for use on
nuclear submarines; it was introduced into healthcare in the late 1990s and has
been adopted in healthcare facilities around the world to standardize
communication among care providers.