Which of the following is an example of formal socialization into the profession of nursing?
a. Unplanned observation of a nurse comforting a child after a painful procedure
b. Hearing two nurses discussing how to organize patient care more effectively
c. Starting an intravenous (IV) line in the simulation laboratory under faculty guidance
d. Participating in a student nurses' association meeting
ANS: C
A
"Unplanned observation of a nurse comforting a child after a painful procedure" is an example of an incidental learning experience.
B
"Hearing two nurses discussing how to organize the care of a patient more effectively" is an example of an incidental learning experience.
C
Formal socialization includes planned activities to gain knowledge and skills needed by the nurse.
D
"Participating in a student nurses' association meeting" is an example of an incidental learning experience.
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