Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) A Practice Exam

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Which of the following is NOT one of the five levels in Benner's model of nursing expertise?

Expert
Intermediate
Competent
Proficient

The correct answer is: Intermediate

In Benner's model of nursing expertise, the five levels are novice, advanced beginner, competent, proficient, and expert. The focus of the model is on how nurses progress in their skills and clinical judgment from novice practitioners to experts. The level "Intermediate" does not exist in this framework; instead, the correct progression includes novice at the beginning, followed by advanced beginner, competent, then moving to proficient, and ultimately reaching expert. Each of the other levels mentioned – competent, proficient, and expert – are critical stages that emphasize developing decision-making skills, experience, and increased understanding of the complexities of patient care. Understanding these levels is important for nursing professionals as it helps in assessing where they stand in their career and informs their development strategies to improve their nursing practice.