A faculty member is speaking to prospective students interested in enrolling in the BSN program at the university. What should the faculty member emphasize as a major incentive for students to select a BSN program over an ADN program?
1. Ability to work in critical care areas
2. Easier transition to graduate school
3. Better opportunity for career advancement
4. Liberal arts education
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: RNs, regardless of their education level, can work in critical care areas.
Rationale 2: There are some programs offering RN-to-MSN completion studies at this point in time.
Rationale 3: The nurse who holds a baccalaureate degree enjoys greater autonomy, responsibility, participation in institutional decision making, and career advancement.
Rationale 4: A liberal arts education is also a positive point, although not as major of an incentive.
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