NCM 103 A Quiz 2

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Jarrel Sam

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Nurse
– The act of utilizing the environment of the patient to assist
him in his recovery (Nightingale, 1860)
Nurse
– The unique function of the nurse is to assist the individual,
sick or well, in performance of those activities contributing
to health or its recovery (or peaceful death) that he/she
would perform unaided if he/she had the necessary
strength, will or knowledge. (Henderson, 1966)
Nurse
– Old English – nourice
Nurse
– Late Latin – nutricia, nutrite (to suckle, referring to a wet
nurse
– 16th Century – person caresfor the infirm (sick)
CRITERIA O F A
P R O F E S S I O N
– Prolonged,specialized education
– Theoretical body of knowledge
– Orientation toward service
– Ongoing research
– Code of ethics
– Autonomy
– Professional organization
Professional Nurse
– One who has acquired the art and science
of nursing through her basic education
Types of Knowledge in Nursing
Empirical Knowing
Aesthetic Knowing
Personal Knowing
Ethical Knowing
Empirical Knowing
– The science of nursing
Aesthetic Knowing
– The art of nursing
Personal Knowing
– The therapeutic use of self
Ethical Knowing
– The moral component
Personal Qualities of a Nurse
Personal Appearance
Character
Attitude
Charm
Personal Appearance
– Posture
– Grooming
– Dress and Uniform
Character
– Honesty
– Loyalty
– Tolerance
– Judgment
– Reliability
– Motivation
– Resourcefulness
– Moderation
Attitude
– Acceptance
– Helpfulness
– Friendliness
– Firmness
– Permissiveness
– Limitsetting
– Sincerity
– Competence
Charm
– Voice
– Manner
– Heart
– Intelligence
– Poise
Benner's Stages of Nursing Expertise
Stage 1. Novice
Stage 2. Advance Beginner
Stage 3. Competent
Stage 4. Proficient
Stage 5. Expert
Novice
No experience in the situations that they are expected to perform. They are unable to use discretionary judgment.
Advance Beginner
Can demonstrate basic levels of performance due to limited prior experience in actual situations, occasionally require supportive cues.
Competent
Has been working in the job/area for 2-3 years. Demonstrates efficiency, coordination, and confidence.
Proficient
Perceives situations as a whole. Has learned what to expect in certain situation.
Expert
Has an intuitive grasp of each situation.
Roles and Functions of Nurses
– Caregiver / Care
provider
– Communicator
– Teacher
– Client advocate
– Counselor
– Change agent
– Leader
– Manager
– Case manager
– Research Consumer
REPUBLIC ACT No. 9173
~ otherwise known as
the “Philippine Nursing
Act of 2002”, an act
providing a more
responsive Nursing
profession, repealing
the RA No. 7164, “The
Philippine Nursing Act
of 1991”
Three roles of the entry-level nurse
– Beginning Nurse’s Role in Client Care.
– Beginning Nurse’s Role in Leadership and Management
– Beginning Nurse’s Role in Research
National Nursing Core Competency Standards
Significant advances in the nursing profession made it imperative to define the competencies, performance indicators, and standards for beginning nurses in their different roles.
Data Privacy Act or RA 10173
assures the free flow of information to promote innovation and growth
Board Resolution No. 220
Code of ethics for registered nurses
Philippine Professional Nursing Roadmap
-V I S I O N
Philippine Professional Nursing Care: the BEST for the Filipino and the CHOICE of the World by 2030
Hospital or Institutional Nursing
The nurse cares for the patient in the hospital or the OPD
Plans for the nursing care needs of the patient about to be discharged
Her functions involve assessment of the patients’ needs and planning for giving the care indicated whether personal care, rehabilitation measures, or health instructions.
Community Health Nursing or Public Health Nursing
The National Health Program of the Philippines places as much emphasis on the promotion of health and prevention of illness rather than on care of the sick.
It needs deeper involvement and close cooperation with all the members of the health team
Private Duty Nursing
Nurses in private practice are expected to be expert clinicians as well as expert generalists in nursing
The client may be provided care in the hospital or the home
Private Duty Nursing Other Titles:
Private duty nurses
Private nurse practitioners
Special duty nurses
Private duty nurse specialist
Occupational Health Nursing
The practice focuses on the promotion, protection and supervision of workers’ health within the context of a safe and healthy work environment
Nursing Education
A faculty member of a College of Nursing
Military Nursing
A nurse in the military service
School Health Nursing
They are responsible for the schools activities in the areas of health service, health education and environmental health and safety
Clinic Nursing
Requires that a nurse possess general skills
She acts as a receptionist, answers the phone, does the billing, takes x-rays and ECGs, changes dressings, gives injections and assists in physical examinations.
She may even do autoclaving of instruments, keep records, order and store supplies, make follow-up calls and referrals for patient
Independent Nursing Practice
Self-employed and provides professional nursing services to clients and their families
These nurses reach out and offer their service rather than expect clients to seek their help
Nursing in the Prehistoric Times
● Nursing was untaught and instinctive, a function that belonged to women, particularly
mothers
● Nomads believed in the Philosophy of “Best for the most”, “Self-Preservation
● Disease was caused either by evil spirits and or black magic
● Believed that Shaman (witch doctors) had the power to heal
● Care of the sick was related to Religion, Superstition and Magic
● Astrology and numerology were used in medical practice