Deck 30: Continuing the Commitment

Question 1

Which nurse has achieved generative balance?

A)A nurse who sets realistic goals,finds meaning,and renews energy.
B)A nurse who controls life events,accepts failure,and seeks perfection.
C)A nurse who has high expectations and focuses on professional success.
D)A nurse who provides for the needs of others at the expense of self-care.

Answer 1

A nurse who sets realistic goals,finds meaning,and renews energy.

Question 2

A graduate nurse is concerned about making the transition to nursing practice.It is most appropriate for the graduate nurse to take which action?

A)Set professional goals with lofty expectations.
B)Ask appropriate individuals for assistance.
C)Delay joining professional associations.
D)Work extra shifts to gain more experience.

Answer 2

Ask appropriate individuals for assistance.

Question 3

A nurse educator teaches nursing students about professional communication.Which statement,if made by a nursing student,indicates an understanding of the instructions?

A)"If a situation is urgent,the nurse does not focus on communication skills."
B)"Nurses in expanded roles can rely on communication skills learned in nursing school."
C)"Once communication skills are learned,nurses do not need additional education."
D)"Communication requires a commitment to grow,to change,and to be connected."

Answer 3

"Communication requires a commitment to grow,to change,and to be connected."

Question 4

A nurse who cares for patients in the emergency department is distressed,fatigued,and frustrated by the demands of the job.Which are appropriate methods for the nurse to renew energy and find meaning in nursing practice? Select all that apply.

A)Walk briskly with a friend three to four times a week for 30 minutes.
B)Start a journal to express feelings of joy,sadness,enthusiasm,or frustration.
C)Set aside time with other nurses to complain about problems at work.
D)Practice guided imagery or muscle relaxation two times each day.
E)Explore other occupations or change jobs every 1 to 2 years.

Question 5

A graduate nurse experiences reality shock when transitioning to a staff nurse position on an oncology unit.Arrange the phases in the order a graduate nurse would experience the reality shock.

A)The nurse is frustrated because of time constraints that were not experienced as a student.
B)The nurse realizes that there is hope when caring for patients who are dying.
C)The nurse experiences energy and excitement when providing nursing care.
D)The nurse is able to resolve conflict and identify appropriate and attainable goals.