Nursing as a profession Flashcards
It is an occupation that requires extensive education or a calling that requires special knowledge, skill, & preparation.
Profession
PROFESSION is an occupation that requires extensive education or a calling that requires special knowledge, skill, & preparation.
This definition is based from?
Kozier et.al, 2008
It is an occupation or calling requiring advance training & experience in some specific or specialized body of knowledge which provides service to society in that special field.
Profession
PROFESSION is an occupation or calling requiring advance training & experience in some specific or specialized body of knowledge which provides service to society in that special field.
This definition is based from?
Webster’s Dictionary
It is the process of becoming professional.
Professionalization
- Professional character, spirit, or methods.
- It is a set of attributes, a way of life that implies responsibility and commitment.
Professionalism
FAMILIARIZE ONLY!
CRITERIA OF A PROFESSION
(Kozier, etc.al, 2008)
- Its requirement of prolonged, specialized training to acquire a body of knowledge pertinent to the role to be performed.
- An orientation of the individual toward service, either to a community or to an organization.
- Ongoing research
- A code of ethics
- Autonomy
- A professional organization
Nursing is a profession. This is based on the ff. What are these?
- Specialized Education
- Body of Knowledge
- Service Orientation
- Ongoing Research
- Code of Ethics
- Autonomy
- Professional Organization
REMEMBER THE ACRONYM SBS-OCAP
Nursing is the act of utilizing the environment of the patient to assist him in his recovery.
WHO SAID THIS?
Nightingale, 1860-1969
Nursing is about assisting the individual, sick or well, in the performance of those activities contributing to health or its recovery, that he would perform unaided if he had the necessary strength, will or knowledge & to do this in such a way as to help him gain independence as rapidly as possible.
WHO SAID THIS?
Henderson, 1966
Nursing is about the protection, promotion and optimization of health and abilities, preventions of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities and populations.
WHO SAID THIS?
Americal Nurses Association (ANA), 2003
Nursing encompasses autonomous & collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups & communities, sick or well in all settings… includes the promotion of health, prevention of illness & the care of ill, disabled & dying people. Advocacy, promotion of a safe environment, research, participation in shaping health policy & in patient & health systems management & education are also key nursing roles.
WHO SAID THIS?
International Council of Nurses, 2002
What are the Characteristics of Nursing mentioned on the PPT?
(Two answers only)
Holistic and Adaptive
What is the focus of nursing?
HUMAN RESPONSES
UNDER THE FOCUS: HUMAN RESPONSES
- Implies valuing of some human potential beyond the narrow concept of health taken as _______________.
absence of disease
UNDER THE FOCUS: HUMAN RESPONSES
- Concerned not merely with a person’s well being but with his ________, with helping him become more as humanly possible in his particular life situation.
more-being
UNDER THE FOCUS: HUMAN RESPONSES
- Assists the person to be _______ than the total sum of all parts.
greater
FAMILIARIZE ONLY!
What are the AIMS OF NURSING?
- Prevent illness
- Facilitate coping with disability & death
- Promote Health
- Restore health
This is a person who has completed a basic nursing education program & is licensed in his/her country or state to practice professional nursing.
Professional Nurse
What are under the Personal and Profession Qualities of a Nurse?
(There are 3)
- Professional Preparation
- Personal Qualities & Professional Proficiencies
- Pleasing Personality / Warm
Personal and Professional Qualities of a Nurse
The ff are under what?
- BSN Degree
- License to practice
- Physical & Mental Fitness
PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION
Personal and Professional Qualities of a Nurse
The ff are under what?
- Interest & willingness to work & learn
- Concern for people
- Resourcefulness, creativity, well-balanced emotional condition
- Capacity & ability to work cooperatively with others
- Initiative to improve self & service
- Competence in performing work
- Decision-making & communication skills
- Research orientation
- Active participation in issues confronting nurses & nursing
PERSONAL QUALITIES & PROFESSIONAL PROFICIENCIES
Personal and Professional Qualities of a Nurse
The ff are under what?
- Poise
- Good complexion
- Good grooming — hair, nurse’s uniform
- Good posture
- Art of conversation
- Spiritual health
Warm/PLEASING PERSONALITY
