A nursing student says to the clinical faculty, "I know I will be able to care for this patient given your directions." In which stage of Cohen's model of professional socialization is this student?

a. Stage I: Unilateral dependence
b. Stage II: Negativity/independence
c. Stage III: Dependence/mutuality
d. Stage IV: Interdependence


ANS: A

A
In stage I, students rely on external controls and teachers, absorbing information given by the faculty.
B
In stage II, students begin to question authority figures versus accepting the patient assignment without questioning.
C
The student has developed better critical thinking skills at stage III.
D
In stage IV, the student has learned to make decisions in collaboration with others.

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