Which of the following best explains the importance of standards ...

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Which of the following best explains the importance of standards of practice?
 
  a. Nurses and other healthcare providers have the same standards of practice.
  b. Standard of practice only apply to nurses who work in hospital settings.
  c. Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care.
  d. Standards of practice differ among registered nurses because the roles are different based on the population they serve.

Question 2

An experienced seasoned nurse uses her knowledge of patient medical conditions and intuition to identify patient problems. She is often the resource for other nurses on the unit. What stage of proficiency has this nurse achieved?
 
  a. Novice
  b. Advanced beginner
  c. Competent
  d. Expert

[tranoy]

Answer to Question 1

C
Standards of practice are authoritative statements of the duties that all registered nurses, regardless of role, population, or specialty, are expected to perform competently. Standards are derived from several sources, including professional organizations and healthcare facilities' policies and procedures.

Answer to Question 2

D
The nurse who has reached the expert stage of proficiency has a deep understanding of the clinical situation based on knowledge and experience. The nurse often senses a potential problem in the absence of classic signs and symptoms. The novice nurse is inexperienced and relies on rules and processes. The advanced beginner focuses on aspects of a situation and is unable to see the comprehensive perspective. A nurse functioning at the competent level is able to prioritize to meet the patient needs but does not fully grasp the total situation.

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Excellent