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kodithompson · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

The graduate nurse is preparing for an interview with a hospital administrator. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for making a good impression?

A) If salary and benefits are unknown, ask these questions first.
B) Do not mention any gaps in job experience or education.
C) Do not explain why you might have held a number of jobs unless asked.
D) State that you would appreciate inservice education in procedures if uncomfortable.

Question 2

A school nurse is teaching parents what to watch for as risk factors for suicide. Which of the following would the nurse list? Select all answers that apply.

A) Family history of suicide
B) Chronic illness
C) Willingness to seek help for mental disorders
D) Feelings of being too close to people
E) Easy access to lethal methods
F) Impulsive or aggressive tendencies

izzat · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
Interview tactics include the following: Be prepared to answer questions about technical competency and if the employer asks about experience with specific nursing procedures or with particular types of clients, be honest about skills and state that you would appreciate inservice education in procedures if you are not comfortable. If the salary and benefits are not known, ask these questions last. The nurse should also explain any gaps in experience or education or an abundance of jobs in a positive way.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, E, F
Feedback:
A family history of suicide or child maltreatment; physical illness, particularly chronic illness; easy access to lethal methods; and impulsive or aggressive tendencies are some of the risk factors for suicide, along with unwillingness to seek help because of the stigma attached to mental health, and feelings of isolation.