A mother asks the nurse if her 5-year-old can visit his twin brother in the PICU after cardiac surgery.The nurse knows that hospital policy states that children younger than 12 years of age are not allowed to visit the PICU.The nurse grants the request.This illustrates which of Benner's stages of nursing proficiency?

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The nurse demonstrates proficient practitioner level by balancing the hospital policy with the mother's request, considering the child's age and the brother's condition.

A Mother Asks the Nurse If Her 5-Year-Old Can Visit