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A new graduate requires a lengthy time commitment to orientation from the nurse manager. The socialization of the new nurse may take as long as 2 years. Which of the following would be ex-pected as a time frame for developing confidence?
 
  a. 6 to 12 months
  b. 4 to 6 months
  c. 12 to 18 months
  d. 18 to 24 months

Question 2

In what ways can hospitals meet The Joint Commission goals of adequate competent staffing?
 
  a. Using contract nurses
  b. Training and educating staff
  c. Promoting best nurses
  d. Salary inequities



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The process of clinical decision making is lengthy and confidence in clinical judgment should not be expected before 6 to 12 months. 4 to 6 months is the time frame for learning practice norms. 12 to 18 months is the time frame for consolidation of relationships. 18 to 24 months is the time frame for seeking challenges.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Training and education are the best methods for ensuring competency. The other options do not address competency.



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