A new hire would expect to receive information on _____ during a unit-specific orientation
a. benefits c. patient safety standards
b. IV pumps d. CPR
B
Unit-specific orientation focuses upon information and competencies that a new nurse or new hire needs to safely care for the diagnoses and ages of the patients on the assigned unit. Some elements in this type of unit-specific orientation include: unit specific policies and procedures including IV pump usage, and acquisition and use of paperwork needed for new admissions and discharges. Benefits, CPR validation, and patient safety standards are generally covered during the general orientation.
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