A nurse is learning a specialty and has been taking additional classes at the simulation center. Today's session was very distressful because her client dies due to her mistake.
Which statement best recognizes a key component associated with this type of education?
A) As my friend said, don't worry about it, you can't kill a dummy.
B) Thank goodness, they gave me a printout of what I did so I can figure out what I did wrong.
C) My instructor was so patient, going over everything step-by-step and showing me what I did wrong.
D) Who knew you could hurt these simulators?
A new nurse is discussing the pros and cons of joining an association with his mentor. This nurse does not feel it is necessary and can wait until he has an experience of a year or two before deciding which association to join.
Which advantage to joining now could the mentor suggest to encourage this nurse to join a group now?
A) Will provide him with a greater peer group
B) Will demonstrate his seriousness and dedication for being a nurse
C) Will eliminate the need to join a collective bargaining group
D) Will help with his career development
A young Filipino nurse is working in a large U.S. hospital, having recently moved from her small hometown in the Philippines.
Although appearing to be adapting well, she shares a concern with her mentor who recognizes there is a serious situation occurring. What must this young nurse be aware of if she decides to file a complaint? (Select all that apply.)
A) She may not be fully understood by the authorities.
B) She will be showing disrespect for the chain of command.
C) She may face possible deportation.
D) The law provides her the same protection as U.S. citizens.
E) She should just ignore the situation.
A group of nurses are preparing for an in-service to be conducted in a state-of-the-art simulation center. Which statement best describes this center?
A) Uses a high-fidelity stimulator for training purposes
B) Is similar to the equipment used in all baccalaureate programs
C) The simulator will probably be limited in programmability
D) They will use several different task trainers to complete the training session