Nursing as a Profession

Question 1

Is protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through diagnosis, and treatment of human responses, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities, and populations

Answer 1

Nursing

Question 2

A disciplined group of individuals who adhere to ethical standards and posses specialized knowledge, skills, and education.

Answer 2

Profession

Question 3

Criteria for profession

Answer 3

1.) Specialized Knowledge
2.) Formal Education
3.) Autonomy and Accountability
4.) Code of Ethics
5.) Service Orientation
6.) Professional Association
7.) Ongoing Research
8.) Social Recognition
9.) Advocacy

Question 4

Three major routes for RN Licensure completion:

Answer 4

Diploma Programs, Associate Programs,

Question 5

Nursing programs, which originated in the early 1950s, and are the first and only educational programs for nursing that were systemically developed from planned research and controlled experimentation.

Answer 5

Associate Degree Programs

Question 6

Graduate students in associate degrees recieve an ______________, or an ________________, _________________, or _______________ degree with a ___________________.

Answer 6

Associate degree in nursing (ADN), or an associate of arts (AA), associate of science (AS), or an associate in applied science (AAS) degree with a major in nursing.

Question 7

The dominant nursing programs and the major source of nursing graduates from late 1800s until the mid 1960s.

Answer 7

DIploma Programs

Question 8

Are hospital based educational programs that provide rich clinical experiences for nursing students. These programs are often associated with colleges or universities.

Answer 8

Diploma Programs

Question 9

At the end of the Licensed Practical (vocational) Program, graduates must take the ___________ to obtain licensure as a practical or vocational nurse.

Answer 9

NCLEX - PN

Question 10

Practical nurses work in what settings and are supervised by?

Answer 10

Hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, home health agencies, ambulatory care, and hospice. They are supervised by an RN (registred nurse).

Question 11

What is “specialized knowledge” in Nursing?

Answer 11

Nursing is based on a well-defined body of knowledge delivered from nursing theories, research, and evidenced-based practices.

Question 12

What does ANA and ICN stand for?

Answer 12

American Nurses Association and International Council of Nurses.

Question 13

Nursing adheres to a set of ethical principles, outlined by organizations such as the ANA and the ICN, Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, and RA no. 9173.

Answer 13

Code of ethics

Question 14

Code of ethics laws in the Philippines?

Answer 14

Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 and Republic act no. 9173.

Question 15

Characteristics of Nurse

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1.) Compassion and Empathy
2.) Strong Communication Skills
3.) Critical Thinking Skills and Problem Solving skills
4.) Attention to detail
5.) Adaptability and Flexibity
6.) Teamwork and Collaboration
7.) Physical and Emotional Resilience
8.) Lifelong Learner
9.) Advocacy

Question 16

Autonomy and Accountability

Answer 16

A nurse exercises independent decision-making skills within their scope of practice and are accountable for their decisions.

Question 17

What is service orientation?

Answer 17

Nurses focus on providing care and promoting health, prioritizing the wellbeing of individual and communities.

Question 18

Critical thinking and Problem-Solving skills

Answer 18

Nurses need to assess situations skills, make informed decisions, and implement appropriate interventions.

Question 19

Adaptability and Flexibility

Answer 19

The healthcare environment can be unpredictable, so nurses must be adaptable and able to respond to changing situations effectively.

Question 20

Advocacy

Answer 20

Nurses advocate for their patient’s rights needs and well-being.