A new registered nurse is oriented to the ED (emergency department) and meets his preceptor. After the second week of orientation the new nurse witnesses a death of a child in the ED. Which role of the preceptor is appropriate at this time?
1. Orient the nurse to the department.
2. Socialize the nurse to the staff.
3. Counsel the new nurse.
4. Serve as a role model.
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Explanation: 1. All of these roles are roles of the preceptor but in this situation the role of counselor is most
appropriate.
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