One way to wield influence as an expert nurse is to:
a. demonstrate nursing skills c. achieve position status
b. proclaim oneself an expert d. network with expert nurses
A
There are two ways to wield the influence of an expert. One way is the consistent demonstration of nursing skills based on one's knowledge, competence, and abilities in practice settings. The second way is to be introduced and promoted to a group as an expert, thus validating one's expertise. The position a nurse holds in a group is called legitimate power. The extent to which nurses network and are connected with others having power is called connection power.
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