A new nurse would most likely receive information on which of the following during the general orientation? Select all that apply
a. Hospital procedures d. Safety issues
b. CPR competency e. IV monitoring equipment
c. Pulse oximetry set up f. Hospital policies
A, B, D, F
The general orientation for the new nurse should include: hospital policies and procedures, CPR
competency, and safety issues. Orientation on the pulse oximetry set up and IV monitoring equipment
will most likely be done during the unit-specific orientation.
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