Because of Society's Demands for an Increased Level of Safety

question 2

Multiple Choice

Because of society's demands for an increased level of safety and high-quality nursing care, nursing education institutions began using the competencies of which organization to develop the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) competency model for nursing curricula?

• A) American Nurses Association
• B) The Joint Commission
• C) Institute of Medicine
• D) World Health Organization

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Definitions:

Relational Skills

Pertains to the abilities required to form and maintain positive interpersonal relationships, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.

Management

The performance of four functions or processes—planning, including charting a direction, determining strategies to succeed, and making policy decisions; organizing, including aligning structure, people, and resources to achieve goals; directing, including supervising, facilitating, coaching, and developing people; and controlling, including tracking progress against plans and making corrections; an endeavor requiring technical, relational, and conceptual skills.

Career

The progression and actions taken by an individual throughout their working life, including education, employment, and other experiences.

Shadowing

A learning method where an individual gains insights and understanding by observing a professional in their work environment.