You are a graduate nurse in search of a mentor. To find a good "match," what should you look for?
a. Choose an experienced nurse who is suc-cessful.
b. Look for things you and the potential mentor have in common.
c. Be very specific with the questions you ask of the possible mentor.
d. Be careful not to disclose too much per-sonal information.
B
When considering establishing a mentoring relationship, look for commonalities in nursing edu-cation, areas of expertise or practice, or interests. Feeling comfortable and building trust are cru-cial for a successful mentoring relationship. Broad, open-ended questions stimulate discussion and offer an opportunity to assess and establish the mentor relationship. It is important to discuss yourself and be open in a light and friendly manner when talking with a potential mentor. Being an experienced nurse would be an important criterion for a preceptor.
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1. Identify the problem. 2. Design the sampling plan. 3. Conduct a literature review. 4. Conduct a pilot study.
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