A New Nurse Has Been Working on a Patient Care

question 16

Multiple Choice

A new nurse has been working on a patient care area for 5. months. In an organization without a transition to practice program, what is likely to occur with this nurse?

• A) Improved quality of care
• B) Greater satisfaction
• C) Practice breakdown
• D) Fewer errors Correct

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Definitions:

DSM-5

DSM-5, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, is a standardized classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals for diagnosis in the United States.

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, disorganized speech or behavior, and impaired cognitive function.

Residual Phase

A stage of a mental health disorder characterized by the diminution of acute symptoms but the presence of more enduring, background symptoms.

Active Phase

A period in the course of an illness during which symptoms are more pronounced and fully developed.