Florence Nightingale: Nursing Philosophy and Contributions
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Who was the founder of the American Red Cross?

  • Mary Ann Ball
  • Harriet Tubman
  • Dorthea Lynde Dix
  • Clara Barton (correct)

    • What was the significant nursing education reform implemented in the early 20th century?

  • Introduction of apprenticeship model
  • Establishment of diploma programs
  • Moving nursing education into universities (correct)
  • Implementation of online courses

    • What is the primary focus of the QSEN initiative?

  • Quality and safety education
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Patient-centered care (correct)

    • Which of the following is a contemporary challenge in nursing?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered the first practicing epidemiologist?

    <p>Florence Nightingale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Florence Nightingale's contribution to nursing?

    <p>Developing the first nursing philosophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the Henry Street Settlement?

    <p>It was a settlement house established by Lillian Wald and Mary Brewster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the first educated African American nurse?

    <p>Mary Mahoney</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significant event that occurred in 1994 in the nursing profession?

    <p>The University of Washington Medical Center became the first Magnet-designated organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant trend in nursing in the 21st century?

    <p>Evidence-based practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a nurse at the competent level according to Benner's model?

    <p>Has been in the same clinical position for 2-3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the American Nurses Association's (ANA) Standards of Practice?

    <p>Describing the nursing process as a model for clinical decision making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical thinking skill required to act professionally as a nurse?

    <p>Using current knowledge and practice standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of professional nursing practice?

    <p>To administer quality patient-centered care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Advanced Beginner nurse in Benner's model?

    <p>To observe and assist experienced nurses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of professional nursing practice according to the American Nurses Association (ANA)?

    <p>Ethical and social values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Expert nurse in Benner's model?

    <p>To have an intuitive grasp of an existing or potential clinical problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key requirement for professional nursing practice?

    <p>Being responsible and accountable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of professional nursing practice?

    <p>Incorporates knowledge from social and behavioral sciences, biological and physiological sciences, and nursing theories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Novice nurse in Benner's model?

    <p>To have no nursing experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of evidence-based practice in healthcare?

    <p>To integrate best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Quality Improvement in healthcare?

    <p>To monitor the outcomes of care processes and use improvement methods to design and test changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Safety in healthcare?

    <p>To minimize risk of harm to patients and providers through system effectiveness and individual performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Informatics in healthcare?

    <p>To use information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical duration of a prelicensure associate's degree in nursing?

    <p>2-year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of State Boards of Nursing in regards to Nurse Practice Acts (NPAs)?

    <p>To oversee the NPAs and regulate the scope of nursing practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of licensure in nursing?

    <p>To ensure nurses pass the NCLEX-RN examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of certification in nursing?

    <p>To demonstrate expertise in a specific specialty or area of practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of continuing and in-service education in nursing?

    <p>To ensure nurses stay current with best practices and advances in healthcare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of graduate education in nursing?

    <p>To prepare advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) and doctoral preparation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a standard of professional performance in nursing?

    <p>Scholarly Inquiry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role is a professional responsibility in nursing?

    <p>Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which advanced practice registered nurse role is involved in anesthesia care?

    <p>Certified registered nurse anesthetist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of understanding the history of the nursing profession?

    <p>It increases the ability to understand the social and intellectual origins of the discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a stage of the nursing process?

    <p>Assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a professional responsibility in nursing?

    <p>Advocate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a nurse's role in determining best practices?

    <p>Actively participating in determining best practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a standard of professional performance in nursing related to the environment?

    <p>Environmental Evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a category of nursing roles?

    <p>Clinician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of professional development in nursing?

    <p>Improved patient outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Florence Nightingale

    • Established the first nursing philosophy (Nursing Theory) based on health maintenance and restoration
    • Developed Nightingale's Environmental Theory to improve a patient's environment (ventilation, light, reduced noise, hygiene, and nutrition)
    • Organized the first program for training nurses
    • Was the first practicing epidemiologist
    • Improved sanitation in battlefield hospitals
    • Practices remain a basic part of nursing today

    Nursing History

    • Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross during the Civil War
    • Dorthea Lynde Dix organized hospitals during the Civil War
    • Mary Ann Ball (Mother Bickerdyke) helped Dix during the Civil War
    • Harriet Tubman was part of the Underground Railroad Movement
    • Mary Mahoney was the first educated African American nurse
    • Isabel Hampton Robb was involved in the ANA and the American Journal of Nursing
    • Lillian Wald opened the Henry Street Settlement
    • Mary Brewster opened the Henry Street Settlement

    Twentieth Century

    • Movement towards scientific, research-based practice and defined body of knowledge
    • Nurses assumed expanded roles
    • 1906: Mary Adelaide Nutting was instrumental in moving nursing education into universities
    • 1920s: Nursing specialization began
    • 1990: ANA established Center for Ethics and Human Rights
    • 1994: University of Washington Medical Center became the first Magnet-designated organization

    Twenty-First Century

    • Nurses are revising nursing practice and school curricula to meet the ever-changing needs of society
    • Factors influencing nursing practice include:
      • Aging population
      • Cultural diversity
      • Bioterrorism
      • Emerging infections
      • Disaster management

    Contemporary Influences

    • Importance of nurses' self-care
    • Health care reform and costs
    • Demographic changes
    • Medically underserved
    • Evidence-based practice
    • Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
    • Impact of emerging technologies
    • Genomics
    • Public perception of nursing
    • Impact of nursing on politics and health policy

    Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)

    • Patient-centered care
    • Teamwork and collaboration
    • Includes the six stages of the nursing process:
      • Assessment
      • Diagnosis
      • Outcomes Identification
      • Planning
      • Implementation
      • Evaluation

    American Nurses Association (ANA) Standards

    • Standards of Professional Performance
    • Ethics
    • Advocacy
    • Respectful and equitable practice
    • Communication
    • Collaboration
    • Leadership
    • Education
    • Scholarly Inquiry
    • Quality of practice
    • Professional practice evaluation
    • Resource Stewardship
    • Environmental Evaluation

    Professional Responsibilities and Roles

    • Autonomy and accountability
    • Caregiver
    • Advocate
    • Educator
    • Communicator
    • Manager

    Career Development

    • Clinician
    • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
      • Clinical nurse specialist
      • Nurse practitioner
      • Certified nurse-midwife
      • Certified registered nurse anesthetist
    • Nurse Educator
    • Nurse Administrator
    • Nurse Researcher

    Historical Influences

    • Nurses respond to the needs of patients
    • Nurses participate in determining best practices
    • Knowledge of nursing history increases understanding of the social and intellectual origins of the discipline

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    Learn about Florence Nightingale's pioneering work in nursing, including her environmental theory, nurse training, and epidemiology contributions that remain influential today.

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