When a nursing student expresses concern about being dismissed unfairly from the program, the most effective peer response would be
a. "Better get over being so negative."
b. "You have rights under the Fourteenth Amendment."
c. "Watch what you say in class to reduce this possibility."
d. "Instructors really do have control over what happens."
ANS: B
The Fourteenth Amendment guarantees due process to the student. The learner has the right to defend oneself if charged with a violation of program policy or rules.
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