The new graduate nurse is looking for a mentor and is considering several coworkers. Which experienced nurse would make the best mentor for the new graduate?
1.
The nurse who has a great sense of humor and always invites the new grad to go out after work.
2.
The nurse who says graduate nurses are poorly prepared and attended the same school as the graduate.
3.
The nurse who is always delegating to the graduate tasks like making beds and feeding patients.
4.
The nurse who is very skillful and often calls the graduate over to teach something new.
ANS: 4
Mentors should demonstrate a high level of skill and take interest in the graduate's learning needs. So this individual would be a good choice.
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