Which statement(s) by the nursing student best describes the attributes of a mentor? (Select all that apply.)
a. "A mentor actively advises, supports and promotes the mentee's career.".
b. "A mentor is a professional who has any amount of experience as a nurse.".
c. "Mentors have the mentee's best interest at heart.".
d. "Mentors bolster self-confidence.".
e. "Mentors provide support for only a short period of time.".
A, C, D
A mentor is an experienced nurse who advises, supports, and promotes the mentees career. The mentor has the mentee's best interest at heart and bolsters self-confidence.
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