A nursing student begins to speak using medical terminology. This is considered to be part of which process?
A) Occupational literacy
B) Socialization to the profession
C) Critical thinking
D) Career evolution
Ans: B
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Socialization is a process that involves learning theory and skills, as well as internalizing an identity appropriate to a specific role; using professional language is an indicator of socialization. This phenomenon is not characterized as career evolution and does not necessarily indicate critical thinking.
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