Ch 3 - Nursing as a Profession

Question 1

characteristics of a profession

Answer 1

1) intellectual rather than technical
2) the body of knowledge can be developed and refined
3) applicable to practice
4) can be taught through a highly specialized education
5) has a strong internal organization (ANA)
6) practitioners are motivated by altruism

Question 2

8 characteristics of professionalism (according to Kelly)

Answer 2

1) services are vital to the welfare of society
2) body of knowledge can be enhanced with research
3) accountability and intellectualism is critical
4) practitioners are highly educated
5) autonomy is critical
6) motivation through altruism
7) code of ethics is highly regarded
8) there is an organization that supports high standards

Question 3

what is the Code of Ethics for nurses?

Answer 3

it is a public document that reminds HCPs of their responsibilities and obligations

it guides the practice of nurses

Question 4

what are the 3 distinct purposes of the Code of Ethics?

Answer 4

1) statement of the ethical values, obligations, duties, and professional ideals of nurses individually and collectively
2) nonnegotiable ethical standard
3) expresses a nurse’s commitment to society

Question 5

what is an example of collegiality

Answer 5

a nurse shares information with colleagues and students, is very welcoming, and willing to mentor

Question 6

how can the practice of nursing be enhanced?

Answer 6

by having the commitment of nurses to one another equaled with their commitment to patients

Question 7

main difference between occupation and profession

Answer 7

occupation
* manual labor
* supervision
* training occurs on the job

profession
* prolonged education
* commitment is the reward
* autonomous

Question 8

what is the Magnet Recognition Program?

Answer 8

an initiative by ANCC that recognizes hospitals that attract and retain nurses (because of good working conditions)