When Your Preceptor Demonstrates a Task in a Manner Different

question 60

Multiple Choice

When your preceptor demonstrates a task in a manner different from what you were taught, you should ____.

• A) politely suggest that it should have been done differently
• B) report the observation to your practicum coordinator
• C) say nothing, recognizing your role as a learner in the facility
• D) stand your ground and make sure that the error is corrected
• E) tell the preceptor's supervisor that she is not doing the task correctly

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