Benner's Theory Questions and Answers
Graded A+
What is a common challenge faced by nurses in the competent stage?
Competent nurses may struggle with time management and prioritization in complex
situations.
How does reflection contribute to a nurse's skill development in Benner’s theo...
Benner's Theory Questions and Answers
Graded A+
What is a common challenge faced by nurses in the competent stage?
✔✔Competent nurses may struggle with time management and prioritization in complex
situations.
How does reflection contribute to a nurse's skill development in Benner’s theory?
✔✔Reflection allows nurses to learn from experiences and improve their clinical judgment.
What does Benner identify as a key factor for achieving expertise in nursing?
✔✔Continuous practice and exposure to diverse clinical situations are key factors for achieving
expertise.
How does the novice stage impact a nurse's confidence?
✔✔Nurses in the novice stage often lack confidence due to limited experience and knowledge.
What is one way a proficient nurse improves patient care?
✔✔Proficient nurses improve patient care by anticipating needs and acting proactively.
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, How does Benner's theory view the relationship between theory and practice?
✔✔Benner's theory emphasizes that theory should inform practice, but hands-on experience is
crucial for skill development.
What kind of skills does an expert nurse possess?
✔✔Expert nurses possess advanced clinical judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to act
intuitively.
What is the first stage of Benner's nursing skill acquisition model?
✔✔The first stage is "Novice."
How does a novice nurse typically function in a clinical setting?
✔✔A novice nurse relies heavily on rules and guidelines for decision-making.
What characterizes the "Advanced Beginner" stage in Benner's theory?
✔✔Advanced beginners have gained some experience and can recognize patterns in clinical
situations.
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