A community health nursing student is interviewing several occupational and environmental health nurses about their experiences. Each of the nurses works in a small organization and is the only nurse for the company. Which would the student most likely note as being similar among the nurses?

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The occupational and environmental health nurse, especially in smaller organizations, may be the only nurse in the company. As a result, she or he has none of the on-site consultation and direction that are needed for comfortable, competent, and independent decision- making. Nurses who use critical thinking skills to develop a framework for independent problem-solving enhance their efficiency. In addition, the nurse may feel isolated because of being the only health professional. The corporate culture and leadership may foster work overload, be nonsupportive, and have limited career opportunities for the nurse. The nurse may experience role ambiguity due to a lack of professional preparation or inadequate orientation and continuing education.

A Community Health Nursing Student Is Interviewing Several Occupational and Environmental