Meaning: A euphemism for 'hell' Classified under: Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents. Context example: Oh what the heck. Hypernyms (heck is a kind of...): euphemism (an inoffensive expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive)
A structured, supportive period of transition from learning to applying a complex skill (e.g., nursing) that requires a long and rigourous period of education. Preceptorship is similar to apprenticeship and serves as a bridge during the transition from student nurse to practitioner. Graduate education A period of hands-on training under a physician or surgeon skilled in a techniqueâeg, placement of a stent in a coronary artery, or laparoscopic surgery.
An effective staff nurse preceptorship program with such preceptors is critical to the success of student. nurses, new graduate nurses, and experienced nurses moving among the multiple disciplines and spe-. cialty areas of our complex healthcare systems. Key definitions.