Nursing is considered by the public, via the Gallup Poll, to be one of the most honest professions. This certainly constitutes feedback that reflects excellence. But to create a preferred future for nursing, it is necessary that nurses continue to:
A. Be themselves
B. Promote excellence and exercise leader-ship
C. Do exactly what we are doing now
D. Preserve this coveted reputation perceived by the public
ANS: B
Feedback
A Incorrect because being themselves may not be enough for the future.
B Correct because promoting excellence and exercising leadership is most likely going to create a preferred future for nurses.
C Incorrect because preserving the status quo will not get the profession anywhere.
D Incorrect because the reputation cannot be preserved; it has to be earned.
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