A New Nurse Is Always Asking Questions, Even When There

question 24

Multiple Choice

A new nurse is always asking questions, even when there does not seem to be a problem, much to the annoyance of some of the new nurse's co-workers.The nurse manager's best response to this situation is to:

• A) explain to co-workers this is a characteristic of critical thinking.
• B) suggest the nurse work more closely with a preceptor.
• C) talk with the nurse and suggest asking fewer questions.
• D) tell the staff that all new nurses go through this phase.

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Definitions:

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