Orientation of new employees is a two-stage process. The first stage includes orientation to the hospital and its policies and expectations. What would the new nurse expect to accomplish at the time of the hospital orientation?
a. ECG interpretation
b. Critical care course
c. Medication test
d. BLS training
D
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A This would be included in unit-specific orientation.
B This would be included in unit-specific orientation.
C This would be included in unit-specific orientation.
D BLS skill is required to work in the hospital setting.
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