A Nursing Student Tells Another Student, "The Instructor Assigned Both

question 7

Multiple Choice

A nursing student tells another student, "The instructor assigned both a textbook chapter and a journal article! It should be one or the other, not both!" The reply that shows the best understanding of the assignment is

• A) "The journal article may give us updated information on one aspect of the assignment."
• B) "Sometimes textbooks have incorrect information, so it provides checks and balances."
• C) "Reading articles allows us to make sure the instructors provide current information in lecture."
• D) "Copyright laws prevent the instructor from lecturing directly from that source, so we have to read."

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Definitions:

Authentic Responses

Genuine reactions or answers that are true to one's feelings, beliefs, or personality, without pretense or imitation.

Set Limits

The act of establishing boundaries or rules in a relationship, interaction, or environment to maintain order and protect well-being.

Contracting

A process in professional services, particularly in therapy or social work, that involves establishing agreements on the goals, roles, and responsibilities between a service provider and client.

Declarative Statements

Sentences that make a statement or express an opinion or fact, typically in a straightforward and unequivocal manner.