An RN Is Considering Returning to School for a Bachelor

question 13

Multiple Choice

An RN is considering returning to school for a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree.The RN realizes the knowledge gained will improve his practice and could impact patient outcomes.However, the RN is not sure about when to start the process.The RN's manager shares her own story with the RN, explaining why the manager decided to return to school and how this has impacted her professional life and personal life.Which of the following stages of change is the RN most likely in?

• A)Contemplation
• B)Preparation
• C)Precontemplation
• D)Action

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Definitions:

Capital

Resources, especially financial assets, used to create goods, services, or wealth.

Production Possibilities Curve

A graphical representation showing the maximum quantity of two goods or services that can be produced with limited resources.

Temporarily Operating

A status of business or facility operation for a limited period or until a specific event occurs, often used in contexts of transitional management or during emergencies.

Production Possibilities Curve

The Production Possibilities Curve is a graph that shows the maximum possible output combinations of two goods or services an economy can achieve when all resources are fully and efficiently employed.