Nurses who feel entitled often become victims of the system because their lofty expectations are never fulfilled. Which of the following would be an exception to this rule?
A. A nurse with seniority who believes that she should not have to work holidays
B. A new nurse with a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) who believes that she should be the Patient Care Manager
C. A nurse who makes a medication error
D. An experienced intensive care unit (ICU) nurse who believes that she should not have to float to the floor
ANS: C
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A Incorrect because this senior nurse feels entitled.
B Incorrect because this new BSN graduate feels entitled.
C Correct because an experienced or inex-perienced nurse could make a medication error.
D Incorrect because this experienced ICU nurse feels entitled.
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