An ICU manager has placed a middle-aged nurse with a young, ...

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An ICU manager has placed a middle-aged nurse with a young, inexperienced nurse during the new nurses orientation. The manager has decided to place the young nurse with the older nurse because:
 
  1. The young nurse will teach the old nurse new theories learned in college.
  2. The old nurse will teach the young nurse clinical skills required for the job.
  3. Both nurses can share their knowledge.
  4. To assess the young nurses abilities.

Question 2

A nurse has an interview with the nurse recruiter at a large metropolitan hospital. During the nurse's education, clinical practice was conducted in smaller facilities.
 
  Which topics would be good for the applicant to focus on during the interview? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Information regarding the position and the organization
  2. The nurse's past experiences
  3. Salary
  4. Benefits
  5. The nurse's strengths and weaknesses

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Answer to Question 1

3
Explanation: 1. The young nurse may teach the older nurse about new theories and advances in technology
while the older nurse may teach the young nurse clinical and time management skills.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,5
Rationale 1: During the interview, the nurse should obtain information about the position and organization.
Rationale 2: During the interview, the nurse should describe experiences and education.
Rationale 3: Once the job has been offered or the interviewer inquires about the applicant's interest in the job, then it is appropriate to discuss salary.
Rationale 4: Once the job has been offered or the interviewer inquires about the applicant's interest in the job, then it is appropriate to discuss benefits.
Rationale 5: During the interview, the nurse should identify personal strengths and weaknesses.
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