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What motivated wealthy women of the Roman Empire to open houses to care for the sick, poor, and homeless during the third and fourth centuries?
What motivated wealthy women of the Roman Empire to open houses to care for the sick, poor, and homeless during the third and fourth centuries?
Converting to Christianity and the parable of the Good Samaritan, which emphasizes the value of loving thy neighbor as thyself.
What was the primary focus of the Knights of Saint Lazarus during the Crusades?
What was the primary focus of the Knights of Saint Lazarus during the Crusades?
Caring for people who suffered from chronic skin conditions, leprosy, and syphilis.
What personal qualities do you think are essential for a nurse to possess, according to the author's personal experience?
What personal qualities do you think are essential for a nurse to possess, according to the author's personal experience?
A desire to learn new things and help people when possible.
What attracted the author to Harding, a faith-based college of nursing?
What attracted the author to Harding, a faith-based college of nursing?
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How did the author's past experiences and values influence their decision to pursue a career in nursing?
How did the author's past experiences and values influence their decision to pursue a career in nursing?
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What can be inferred about the author's perspective on the role of faith in nursing education?
What can be inferred about the author's perspective on the role of faith in nursing education?
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How did the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem, the Knights of Saint Lazarus, and the Teutonic Knights contribute to the development of hospitals in Europe?
How did the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem, the Knights of Saint Lazarus, and the Teutonic Knights contribute to the development of hospitals in Europe?
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What distinction can be made between a Christian nurse and a professional nurse, according to the text?
What distinction can be made between a Christian nurse and a professional nurse, according to the text?
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What is a crucial requirement for a professional nurse to practice in a particular state?
What is a crucial requirement for a professional nurse to practice in a particular state?
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What is the minimum educational requirement for a professional nurse?
What is the minimum educational requirement for a professional nurse?
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What is the significance of accreditation in a nursing program?
What is the significance of accreditation in a nursing program?
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What is the role of the NCLEX exam in the professional nurse's journey?
What is the role of the NCLEX exam in the professional nurse's journey?
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What image comes to mind when thinking of a professional nurse?
What image comes to mind when thinking of a professional nurse?
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What are the necessary steps to become a professional nurse?
What are the necessary steps to become a professional nurse?
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What is the significance of state-specific requirements for professional nurses?
What is the significance of state-specific requirements for professional nurses?
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What is the relationship between professionalism and education in nursing?
What is the relationship between professionalism and education in nursing?
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What is the purpose of reminiscing with older adults?
What is the purpose of reminiscing with older adults?
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What should you believe when verbal and nonverbal expressions do not match in a client?
What should you believe when verbal and nonverbal expressions do not match in a client?
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What is important to try to maintain and care for in clients, especially in hospital or long-term care settings?
What is important to try to maintain and care for in clients, especially in hospital or long-term care settings?
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What is the purpose of a Process Recording?
What is the purpose of a Process Recording?
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What is incivility in the context of communication among health professionals?
What is incivility in the context of communication among health professionals?
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What is the difference between incivility and bullying in the workplace?
What is the difference between incivility and bullying in the workplace?
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Why is it important to research what has been important and meaningful to clients?
Why is it important to research what has been important and meaningful to clients?
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What is the purpose of attentiveness to client feelings in therapeutic communication?
What is the purpose of attentiveness to client feelings in therapeutic communication?
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What is the primary role of the State Board of Nursing in each state?
What is the primary role of the State Board of Nursing in each state?
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What is the purpose of the NSNA Code of Academic and Clinical Conduct?
What is the purpose of the NSNA Code of Academic and Clinical Conduct?
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What is the focus of QSEN?
What is the focus of QSEN?
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What is the role of Standards of Professional Performance in nursing practice?
What is the role of Standards of Professional Performance in nursing practice?
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What is the importance of the CCNE to nursing school programs?
What is the importance of the CCNE to nursing school programs?
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What is the purpose of Nursing Specialty Organizations?
What is the purpose of Nursing Specialty Organizations?
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Why are Standards of Care important to clients?
Why are Standards of Care important to clients?
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What is the significance of the NSNA Code of Academic and Clinical Conduct to nursing students?
What is the significance of the NSNA Code of Academic and Clinical Conduct to nursing students?
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What are some key elements of presenting oneself as a person that respects others and demands respect in a caring encounter?
What are some key elements of presenting oneself as a person that respects others and demands respect in a caring encounter?
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How can a nurse demonstrate caring and compassion to a client during an encounter?
How can a nurse demonstrate caring and compassion to a client during an encounter?
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What is the importance of maintaining eye contact when speaking with a client in a caring encounter?
What is the importance of maintaining eye contact when speaking with a client in a caring encounter?
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How can a nurse use active listening techniques to demonstrate caring to a client?
How can a nurse use active listening techniques to demonstrate caring to a client?
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What is the significance of Micah 7:19 in demonstrating Biblical caring and compassion?
What is the significance of Micah 7:19 in demonstrating Biblical caring and compassion?
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What is the role of empowering the client in a caring encounter, and how can it be demonstrated?
What is the role of empowering the client in a caring encounter, and how can it be demonstrated?
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How can a nurse's nonverbal communication convey caring and compassion to a client?
How can a nurse's nonverbal communication convey caring and compassion to a client?
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What is the importance of being attentive in a caring encounter, and how can it be demonstrated?
What is the importance of being attentive in a caring encounter, and how can it be demonstrated?
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Study Notes
Presenting Oneself as a Person who Respects Others and Demands Respect
- Demonstrating caring and compassion involves establishing a trusting relationship, being attentive, compassionate, empowering the client, and performing duties and responsibilities.
- Interpersonal communication techniques that demonstrate caring include:
- Maintaining eye contact
- Using active listening techniques
- Appropriate non-verbal communication
- Coping with worries
Biblical Example of Caring/Compassion
- God's compassion conquers our sin (Micah 7:19)
- The parable of the Good Samaritan illustrates the value of loving one's neighbor as oneself
- Historical examples of caring and compassion include:
- The Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem (Knights Hospitalers)
- The Knights of Saint Lazarus
- The Teutonic Knights
Distinction between a Christian Nurse and a Professional Nurse
- A professional nurse is one who has graduated from an accredited nursing program, passed the NCLEX exam, and satisfied other requirements for a particular state and discipline.
- A Christian nurse is one who integrates their faith into their practice.
Professionalism: Therapeutic Communication
- Professionalism involves:
- Historical and contemporary nursing practice
- Therapeutic communication
- Active learning
- A professional nurse has a clear image and is responsible for all content in readings and activities throughout the module.
Historical and Contemporary Nursing Practice
- A professional nurse has graduated from an accredited nursing program, passed the NCLEX exam, and satisfied other requirements for a particular state and discipline.
- The use of reminiscing, individual conversations, and group conversations can maintain memory connections and enhance self-identity and self-esteem in older adults.
Process Recording
- A process recording is a verbatim account of a conversation between a nurse and client that includes all non-verbal and verbal interactions.
Communication Among Health Professionals
- Disruptive behaviors include:
- Incivility: disrespectful behaviors that are rude, promote conflict, and increase stress
- Bullying: repeated mistreatment resulting in health harm from one person or group to another person or group
- Evidence-based practice involves improving the quality of nursing student knowledge, skills, and attitudes to benefit the quality of care and safety of the healthcare system.
Nursing Organizations and Regulations
- CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education): validation and accreditation for nursing school programs
- QSEN (Quality and Safety Education for Nurses): devoted to improving the quality of nursing student knowledge, skills, and attitudes to benefit the quality of care and safety of the healthcare system
- Nursing Specialty Organizations: devoted to promoting safety, health, and wellness to nurses in the workplace
- State Board of Nursing: the governing body responsible for licensing and regulation, creating and enforcing standards for safe care, and determining the scope of practice for nurses within its state and jurisdiction.
NSNA Code of Academic and Clinical Conduct
- This code of conduct allows students to enter and participate in nursing duties under the supervision and license of a nurse.
- There are 18 principles and guidelines to follow during clinical hours.
Standards of Professional Performance and Standards of Practice
- Standards of care define the diagnostic, intervention, and evaluation of nursing competencies.
- Importance of standards to clients and nurses:
- Ensure quality care and safety
- Define nursing competencies and responsibilities
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Assess your understanding of therapeutic communication in professional nursing with this active learning guide from Harding University. Complete the module to prepare for exams and plan effective care in clinical settings.