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Nursing officers are usually the ones at the bottom of the nursing ranks.
Nursing officers are usually the ones at the bottom of the nursing ranks.
True
Student nurses initially receive the highest pay in the nursing hierarchy.
Student nurses initially receive the highest pay in the nursing hierarchy.
False
After becoming qualified, nurses can start working at a middle grade.
After becoming qualified, nurses can start working at a middle grade.
True
Many nurses do not have the option to work shifts or overtime.
Many nurses do not have the option to work shifts or overtime.
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Nurses can only work in general wards after their basic training.
Nurses can only work in general wards after their basic training.
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Study Notes
Nursing Hierarchy
- Nursing officers are typically in administrative roles and occupy the top grades of the nursing profession.
- Auxiliary nurses are at lower grades than nursing officers.
- Student nurses have the lowest pay, but upon qualification, they move to middle grades.
- Nurses can progress through the ranks to become staff nurses, charge nurses, and potentially nursing officers.
Nursing Work
- Many nurses work shifts, often working overtime to increase their earnings.
- Nurses typically continue their education after basic training.
- Nurses can specialize in fields such as casualty care, mental health, or practice nursing.
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Description
Explore the structure and roles within the nursing profession, including the different grades from student nurses to nursing officers. Learn about the responsibilities, shift work, and specialization opportunities that define a nurse's career. This quiz is suited for anyone interested in understanding the nursing field better.
