The student nurse describes to friends the nursing role that involves a systematic method of providing care and precise attention to details. This is the role of
a. direct caregiver.
b. collaborator.
c. manager.
d. teacher.
C
The manager role involves not only managing others but also managing a patient case load and marshalling resources for patient care. The role of manager requires a systematic way of providing care, a precise tending to details, and working from a comprehensive assessment and plan, as well as engaging colleagues in compassionate, collaborative, interdisciplinary practice.
The direct caregiver role uses the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
The collaborator role involves working with others to achieve common goals.
The teacher role involves reciprocal teaching and learning.
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