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"Nursing is a therapeutic interpersonal process". This definition
was stated by: Correct Answers 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 Answers 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 Answers
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 Answers 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 Answers 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 Answers 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 Answers 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 Answers
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 Answers 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