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Where was Margaret Jean Watson born?
Southern West Virginia
What degree did Margaret Jean Watson attain at Boulder Campus in 1964?
BS Nursing
In which year did she earn her MS in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing?
1966
What is the highest academic degree Margaret Jean Watson attained?
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What position does she hold at the School of Nursing?
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Margaret Jean Watson has received numerous awards and honors.
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Which of the following are elements that contribute to the unity and harmony within a person? (Select all that apply)
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What does caring promote according to Margaret Jean Watson?
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What is more effective according to Watson, caring or curing?
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What system of values does she advocate for?
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What is essential for the development of a helping-trusting, human caring relationship?
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Study Notes
Margaret Jean Watson's Background
- Born in Southern West Virginia.
- Earned a BS in Nursing in 1964 from Boulder Campus.
- Obtained an MS in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing in 1966 at Health Sciences Campus.
- Completed a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and Counseling in 1973.
Professional Achievements
- Distinguished Professor and Director of the Center of Human Caring at the School of Nursing.
- Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.
- Recipient of numerous awards and honors for contributions to nursing and education.
Humanistic Nursing Philosophy
- Recognizes every human being as a valued individual deserving care, respect, and understanding.
- Views the human being as more than the sum of their parts, emphasizing holistic care.
Values in Nursing
- Values shape behavior and goals in nursing practice.
- Social, cultural, and spiritual changes impact perceptions and values regarding individuals.
Concept of Health
- Health involves unity and harmony within mind, body, and soul.
- Three key elements of health:
- High overall physical, mental, and social functioning.
- Stable adaptive-maintenance in daily activities.
- Absence of illness.
Educational Focus
- Advocates for education in stress management and developmental conflict to enhance holistic health care.
- Believes holistic care is essential for effective nursing and caring practices.
Importance of Caring in Nursing
- Caring is best demonstrated through interpersonal interactions.
- Effective caring fosters health and promotes growth for individuals and families.
- Emphasizes the importance of accepting individuals as they are and recognizing their potential for growth.
Characteristics of a Caring Environment
- A caring environment encourages personal potential while allowing autonomy in decision-making.
- Caring practices are more health-promoting than mere curing.
- Central to nursing practice is the commitment to caring.
Values and Relationships in Nursing Practice
- Encourages the formation of altruistic and humanistic values in nursing.
- Fosters faith, hope, and heightened sensitivity toward oneself and others.
- Aims to develop trusting, caring relationships with patients.
Emotional Expression and Supporting Environment
- Supports the expression of both positive and negative feelings.
- Employs creative problem-solving in caring situations.
- Advocates for transpersonal teaching and learning experiences.
Holistic Support of Human Needs
- Assists in fulfilling human needs and addressing existential, phenomenological, and spiritual dimensions.
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Explore the background, achievements, and nursing philosophy of Margaret Jean Watson. This quiz delves into her contributions to the field of nursing and the importance of humanistic approaches in healthcare. Test your knowledge on her values and concepts of health.
