A nursing student says, "I can now see how developing care plans helps organize my thoughts and patient care." In which stage of Cohen's model of professional socialization is this student?
a. Stage I: Unilateral dependence
b. Stage II: Negativity/independence
c. Stage III: Dependence/mutuality
d. Stage IV: Interdependence
ANS: C
A
In stage I, students follow directions without questioning or understanding the reasoning behind the activity.
B
In stage II, the student would question authority figures and overestimate his or her abilities.
C
Students in stage III have a more reasoned evaluation of others' ideas.
D
Students in stage IV learn to make decisions in collaboration with others.
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