A Novice Nurse on a Medical-Surgical Unit Is Released from the Orientation

question 20

Multiple Choice

A novice nurse on a medical-surgical unit is released from the orientation phase of training. The nurse is able to care for a four- to five-client assignment independently and is assigned a coach on the unit who will help with problem solving if needed. According to Benner's stages of nursing expertise, this nurse would belong in which stage?

• A)Stage II
• B)Stage V
• C)Stage III
• D)Stage IV

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Definitions:

Kleptomania

A psychiatric disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to steal items, typically without need or financial motive.

Paranoia

A mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution, unwarranted jealousy, or exaggerated self-importance, often without sufficient basis.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life, not limited to one specific issue.

Mania

A mental health condition marked by periods of great excitement or euphoria, delusions, and overactivity.