What events might threaten the nurse's need for sense of safety and security when starting the first job after graduation? (Select all that apply.)
1.
Passing medications for a team independently
2.
Choosing benefits from the options provided by the facility
3.
Eating lunch with new coworkers for the first time
4.
Performing a complex procedure without assistance
5.
Challenging a physician's order that is unsafe
ANS: 1, 4, 5
Passing medications for the first time without a nursing instructor to supervise, performing a complex procedure alone for the first time, and challenging a physician's order for the first time can all be frightening and may make the nurse worry about job security.
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