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Directions:
Emily recently graduated from a reputable nursing school and passed the NCLEX on her first attempt. Eager to start her career, she was thrilled when she landed her first job at a local hospital. The hospital, known for its commitment to supporting new grads, offered an 8-week orientation program tailored to help them transition smoothly into their new roles.
Throughout the orientation, Emily was exposed to various departments, participated in multiple hands-on training sessions, and shadowed experienced nurses to understand the daily workflow. Despite this comprehensive orientation, Emily frequently finds herself feeling overwhelmed and second-guessing her decisions. She is anxious about making mistakes and feels she isn't as competent as her peers who seem to have adapted more quickly.
1. What factors could contribute to Emily's feelings of incompetency, despite successfully passing the NCLEX and completing the orientation?
2. How can mentors or senior staff support Emily and new grads like her to boost their confidence and competence?
3. What additional resources or strategies could hospitals implement to further assist new grads in transitioning to their roles more confidently?
4. Provide APA citations from reputable sources to support your answer
5. Pose a stimulating question related to the topic.