A nurse is teaching a class about the interlocking principles of shared governance. Which of the following principles should the nurse include?

(Select All that Apply.)

A. A researcher focuses on conducting studies, gathering data, and contributing to the evidence base in healthcare. While researchers play a crucial role in advancing knowledge and improving practices, this role does not primarily involve organizing or coordinating the efforts of interprofessional team members for client care.
B. A care coordinator is responsible for organizing and managing the various aspects of a client's care across different healthcare professionals and services. This role involves ensuring that all team members work together efficiently to address the client’s needs, managing transitions of care, and facilitating communication among team members. In this context, the nurse who is organizing interprofessional team members to meet the needs of a client is performing the role of a care coordinator.
C. A counselor provides support, guidance, and therapeutic interventions to clients and their families. This role involves helping clients cope with emotional, psychological, or social issues. While important in client care, it is not primarily focused on organizing and coordinating the contributions of different professionals.
D. An educator is responsible for teaching clients, families, or healthcare staff about various aspects of health, illness, and care management. This role involves providing information and instruction but does not specifically include the task of organizing and coordinating the efforts of an interprofessional team.

A. An educator's primary role is to provide knowledge and teach others about health-related topics, procedures, or skills. While analyzing a clinical situation might involve sharing information or educating patients and colleagues, the core function of an educator is to impart knowledge rather than solely analyzing clinical situations.
B. A mentor provides guidance, support, and advice based on their experience and expertise. While mentors might analyze clinical situations as part of their role, their primary focus is on guiding and developing others rather than just analyzing situations.
C. A critical thinker evaluates and interprets information, assessing situations logically and systematically to make sound decisions. Critical thinking is fundamental to effective problem-solving and decision- making in nursing practice.
D. An advocate supports and speaks up for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their preferences and best interests are considered in care decisions.