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What is the nursing situation primarily described as?
What is the nursing situation primarily described as?
- A professional guideline for nursing ethics
- The shared experience where caring enhances personhood (correct)
- An organizational structure of healthcare services
- A systematic approach to medical treatments
In the context of nursing, what does intentionality refer to?
In the context of nursing, what does intentionality refer to?
- The nurse's awareness and response to calls for care (correct)
- The emotional state of patients during treatment
- The planned actions of a nurse during shifts
- The goals set by healthcare institutions for patient care
What is a direct invitation in the nursing context intended to achieve?
What is a direct invitation in the nursing context intended to achieve?
- To collect medical history efficiently
- To foster a genuine caring relationship (correct)
- To direct the patient’s treatment options
- To request compliance from the patient
How does mutual caring influence nursing practice?
How does mutual caring influence nursing practice?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'personhood' in nursing?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'personhood' in nursing?
What is implied by a nurse's response to a patient's call for nursing?
What is implied by a nurse's response to a patient's call for nursing?
What role does the nurse's true self play in the nursing situation?
What role does the nurse's true self play in the nursing situation?
How is caring expressed in the nursing situation?
How is caring expressed in the nursing situation?
What is the primary goal of the nurse when addressing a nursing call?
What is the primary goal of the nurse when addressing a nursing call?
How do nursing responses develop during patient care?
How do nursing responses develop during patient care?
Which of the following best distinguishes 'care' from 'caring' in nursing?
Which of the following best distinguishes 'care' from 'caring' in nursing?
What aspects are emphasized in the concept of 'caring'?
What aspects are emphasized in the concept of 'caring'?
What characterizes nursing responses to calls for care?
What characterizes nursing responses to calls for care?
What is the primary focus of the Nursing As Caring model?
What is the primary focus of the Nursing As Caring model?
Which assumption about persons is highlighted in the Nursing As Caring model?
Which assumption about persons is highlighted in the Nursing As Caring model?
How do caring interactions affect healing according to the Nursing As Caring model?
How do caring interactions affect healing according to the Nursing As Caring model?
What does the model suggest about the role of nurses in building caring relationships?
What does the model suggest about the role of nurses in building caring relationships?
What is a key proposition of the Nursing As Caring model?
What is a key proposition of the Nursing As Caring model?
According to the Nursing As Caring model, how is caring best expressed?
According to the Nursing As Caring model, how is caring best expressed?
Which statement aligns with the model's assumptions regarding personhood?
Which statement aligns with the model's assumptions regarding personhood?
What goal does the Nursing As Caring model aim to achieve in nursing practice?
What goal does the Nursing As Caring model aim to achieve in nursing practice?
What is the core concept of Boykin and Schoenhofer's Nursing as Caring Theory?
What is the core concept of Boykin and Schoenhofer's Nursing as Caring Theory?
Which of the following statements about Boykin and Schoenhofer's approach to nursing is true?
Which of the following statements about Boykin and Schoenhofer's approach to nursing is true?
How do Boykin and Schoenhofer define the role of a nurse in relation to patients?
How do Boykin and Schoenhofer define the role of a nurse in relation to patients?
What is emphasized about each patient in Boykin and Schoenhofer's Nursing as Caring Theory?
What is emphasized about each patient in Boykin and Schoenhofer's Nursing as Caring Theory?
Which distinguished recognition did Anne Boykin receive for her contributions?
Which distinguished recognition did Anne Boykin receive for her contributions?
What is the primary focus of nursing practice as described by Boykin and Schoenhofer?
What is the primary focus of nursing practice as described by Boykin and Schoenhofer?
Which of the following best describes Savina Schoenhofer's contribution to nursing?
Which of the following best describes Savina Schoenhofer's contribution to nursing?
What should nursing education prioritize according to the Nursing as Caring Theory?
What should nursing education prioritize according to the Nursing as Caring Theory?
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Study Notes
Anne Boykin
- Leader in Nursing known for her contributions to nursing theory and education.
- Dean and Professor Emerita at the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University.
- Director of the Christine E. Lynn Center for Caring.
- Born in 1944 in Kaukauna, Wisconsin.
- Education includes a Bachelor's degree from Alverno College, Master's from Emory University, and a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University.
- Authored "Nursing as Caring: A Model for Transforming Practice" and numerous articles on caring in nursing.
Savina Schoenhofer
- Renowned for contributions to nursing education as a professor and researcher.
- Born in 1940 in Kansas.
- Recognized for promoting the concept of caring within nursing.
- Holds a Bachelor’s from Wichita State University, Master’s from University of Mississippi Medical Center, and a Ph.D. from University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
- Spent three years working in community development in the Amazon region of Brazil and co-founded Nightingale Songs.
Boykin & Schoenhofer's Nursing Approach
- Centers on caring as the essence of nursing practice, education, and research.
- Every nursing action should derive from a genuine concern for patients' well-being.
Nursing as Caring Theory
- Core Concept: Caring is the essence of nursing.
- Primary Focus: Actions and interactions in nursing should emanate from genuine caring.
- Authentic Presence: Nurses should be intentionally present with patients.
- Holistic Understanding: Each person is unique and should be viewed as a whole individual.
- Integration: Caring needs to be woven into practice, education, and research.
- Caring Environment: Nurses should foster environments that strengthen caring relationships.
- Health Promotion: Caring interactions enhance health and the healing process.
A Model for Transforming Practice
- Introduces a nursing model focusing on caring as the foundation.
- Encourages genuine caring in all nursing interactions and relationships.
- Promotes nurses being authentically present and recognizing individual uniqueness.
- Advocates for integrating caring into practice, education, and research to create nurturing environments.
- Seeks to transform nursing by prioritizing caring in all activities and relationships.
Assumptions of the Theory
- Individuals are inherently caring by virtue of their humanity.
- Persons are seen as whole and complete at every moment.
- Living is grounded in caring; personhood is realized through engagement in nurturing relationships.
- Nursing is both a discipline and a profession.
Concepts of Caring
- Caring is a lived experience and essential to being human.
- It is a lifelong process in which individuals grow their capacity for expressing care.
Propositions of the Theory
- Centrality of caring in nursing practice.
- Co-creation of caring relationships between nurses and patients.
- Healing and well-being are promoted through caring interactions.
- Nursing practice is characterized by intentional and disciplined caring actions.
Major Concepts in Nursing
- Deliberate presence of the nurse is vital for genuine care.
- Sensitivity and skill in communication enhance care delivery.
- Nursing Situation: The space where caring takes place and enhances personhood.
- Direct Invitation: Nurses invite patients to share significant thoughts, fostering understanding and connection.
- Calls for Nursing: Recognized as requests for nurturance that guide nursing responses.
- Mutual Caring: True nursing occurs within the context of caring relationships.
Dance of Caring Persons
- Emphasizes the dynamic relationship between the nurse and the patient.
- Recognizes individuality and shared connections that contribute to caring experiences.
Difference Between Care & Caring
- Care: Focuses on medical and therapeutic interventions (e.g., administering medication).
- Caring: Prioritizes emotional support and understanding, valuing the patient as a complete individual.
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