individuals that are unable to care for themselves‚ as well as to promote overall health. Professional nursing has been greatly influenced by the history of nursing and is today‚ provided to people of all ages‚ young and old. Nurses are important to have in a treatment process‚ yet there are several stereotypes about them that can undermine or exaggerate their capabilities. Nursing history has influenced professional nursing through various aspects‚ largely beginning with the image of nurses from being viewed
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The nursing process is described as being an individualised problem solving approach in which patients receive nursing care. The nursing process consists of four distinct phases‚ each having a discreet role in the process‚ theses phases of the process are: assessment‚ planning‚ intervention and evaluation. (Oxford Dictionary of Nursing 2003) It is important that the four stages of the process from assessment to evaluation are carried out sequentially because each phase follows logically from
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A Discussion of Various Perspectives on Delegation in Nursing Jessica Abbott University of Central Florida ABSTRACT: Delegation refers to the practice of a registered nurse assigning certain tasks and activities to other people while still maintaining responsibility for the actions of the others to whom responsibility has been delegated. The act of delegating assumes that the delegator has a certain amount of trust in the person to whom they delegate. Additionally‚ quality communication is
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This essay will explore the nurse’s professional responsibility for safeguarding vulnerable patients. It will identify vulnerabilities specific to Blanche‚ a ninety year old lady with medical and physical problems (appendix 1). Other issues such as patient rights‚ autonomy and accountability will be discussed. It will consider the nurses professional behaviour and interventions to support Blanche. The Department of Health (DH‚ 2000a‚ p.8) define a vulnerable adult as a person over eighteen
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self-renewal‚ I plan to continue to refine my awareness and skill at self-reflection and self-analyses. By being able to recognize signs of professional and personal stress‚ fatigue‚ and burnout‚ I will be able to explore and initiate behaviors and techniques to keep both myself and others healthier. Strategies for self-care and renewal include having a group of professionals that you can meet with and interact with‚ cultivate relationships with friends and family‚ socialize outside of work‚ exercise‚ eat
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Program of Study and the Professional Development Plan As graduate study in nursing begins‚ identifying the program of study and professional development plan aligned with personal and professional goals is crucial. The purpose of this assignment is to provide a description of my educational and professional background as well as explore professional and personal goals related to the course and the practicum. Education and Professional Background My name is Florence Nightingale and I want to
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essential foundation of nursing practise; it is primarily dependant upon verbal and non-verbal communication. Encompassing both speech and behavioural aspects‚ efficient delivery and receiving of the nurse-patient messages initiates advantageous relationships‚ or contrarily‚ generates significant repercussions if applied ineffectively‚ thus affecting the quality of the nurse-patient relationship. This essay will discuss how effective verbal and non-verbal communication in nursing practice will facilitate
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Obtaining a Bachelor ’s Degree in Nursing Southwestern College Abstract This paper explores my reasons for obtaining a Bachelor ’s Degree in Nursing. I believe the BSN should be the minimum requirement for the professional nurse. The BSN is the gateway to advancing the nursing career‚ but is also prepares one for the newest opportunities in nursing outside of the hospital. Obtaining a Bachelor ’s Degree in Nursing. Currently ‚ there are three types of Registered nurses: the diploma
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many attributes and expectations of professional nurses that are standards for practice. These act as guide posts for professional development and serve as a knowledge base for career advancement. Four important concepts identified in this base of knowledge include: leadership‚ management‚ critical thinking‚ and evidence based practice (Kearney-Nunnery‚ 2012‚ pp. 3‚ 9-10‚ 127‚ 187). These professional nursing concepts are necessary in clinical practice‚ professional performance in general‚ and even
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Nursing is a profession focused on the care of individuals‚ families‚ and communities to attain‚ maintain‚ or recover optimal health and quality of life. Professionalism‚ and Patient and Family Centered Care are important concepts in professional nursing. This paper will identify the roles and functions of the professional nurse in the health care delivery system. Also‚ how these concepts incorporate in future nursing practice and contribute to positive outcome. Professionalism in nursing is an
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