A group of nurses are attending a seminar discussing the impact of the socialization of women including nurses on nursing's power base. The speaker determines that the seminar was successful when the nurses identify which point as most accurate?
A) Nurses work together cooperatively to speak in a united voice.
B) Nurses view power and politics negatively.
C) Nurses use their power constructively to effect change.
D) Nurses believe in a moral and professional obligation to participate in sociopolitical activities.
What is recognized as currently being the greatest driving force for increasing the nursing profession's power base?
A) The size of the profession and diversity of nursing practice
B) Professional nursing associations' attempts to raise educational entry level
C) Nursing as a predominately female profession
D) Increased knowledge base of most nurses about the legislative process
There is concern over the competency of those who have been engaged in nursing for some time. It has been suggested that an examination similar to the NCLEX for licensure renewal should be required.
What are some recognized barriers to implementing a recertification examination? (Select all that apply.)
A) What should the examination specifically cover?
B) How many attempts should a nurse get if he or she does not pass on the first attempt?
C) How often should it be required?
D) Who will write the test?
E) How will the test be administered?
When describing who has the responsibility for competence assessment in nursing, who would most certainly be involved?
A) Professional association
B) Individual
C) Employer
D) Regulatory board
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