Preparation is a component that separates occupations from professions. Which of the following is the best way that a nurse demonstrates preparation for the profession?
a. Improves nursing practice through the use of trial and error methods
b. Focuses on the skills needed for the practice setting
c. Articulates the values of caring and compassion in patient-centered care
d. Utilizes textbooks from college to support practice 5 years after graduation
ANS: C
A
Professional preparation enables practitioners to act in a logical, rational manner rather than relying on intuition, tradition, or trial and error.
B
The preparation includes more than just practice skills.
C
Preparation for a profession includes more than the acquisition of knowledge and skills. Preparation includes the orientation to the beliefs, values, and attitudes expected of members of the profession.
D
Professions have an ever-expanding base of knowledge, which means practitioners need to use the most current information to inform practice decisions.
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