What is transition shock?
“A new nurse’s response to the acute and turbulent relationship between the roles responsibilities, relationships and knowledge required of a new nurse” (Harrison et al., 2020, p.102).
Who described transition shock in 2008?
Duchscher (2008).
Why does transition to RN need to occur?
Because the role, scope of practice, responsibilities, and accountability change when becoming a Registered Nurse.
How does transition impact scope of practice?
The RN has increased autonomy, accountability, and responsibility compared to a student nurse.
What is the theory–practice gap?
The difference between what is learned in university and what occurs in real clinical practice.
Why is limited clinical proficiency a challenge?
Graduate nurses may lack experience and confidence in complex clinical situations.
Why is multitasking a challenge?
Why is multitasking a challenge?
RNs must manage multiple patients and responsibilities simultaneously.
Why is time management difficult during transition?
Increased workload and responsibility require prioritisation skills.
Why is acceptance of accountability challenging?
Registered Nurses are legally and professionally responsible for their decisions and actions.
Why is decision-making and autonomy difficult?
Graduate nurses must make independent clinical judgments without relying on supervision.
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