The graduate nurse takes a new job and meets many nurses who are very knowledgeable and experienced. After one week at the new job, the graduate nurse realizes how much he or she learned. What does this demonstrate?
1.
Serendipity
2.
Creativity
3.
Critical thinking
4.
Thorough thinking
ANS: 1
The nurse has found value in interacting with new peers, which indicates serendipity.
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