Nursing Chapter 1: Historical Perspectives

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What was the role of physicians in early civilizations as described in the content?

Physicians provided nursing care to the sick.

Physicians operated independently of nurses.

Physicians were primarily responsible for community education.

Physicians acted as medicine men. (correct)

During the early Christian period, what significant change occurred in the nursing role?

Nurses became exclusively male.

Nursing ceased to exist as a profession.

The nursing role became more formal and defined. (correct)

Nursing roles were limited to religious contexts.

What was one of Florence Nightingale's contributions to nursing?

She wrote the first textbook on medicine.

She founded the first training school for nurses. (correct)

She specialized in surgical nursing only.

She discouraged women's involvement in nursing.

Which adaptive mode primarily focuses on the physiological aspect of health?

Physiologic self-concept Signup and view all the answers

What significant shift occurred in the 16th century regarding nursing?

There was an increased focus on warfare and exploration. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following leaders is known as the first African American professional nurse?

Mary Mahoney Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme of Leininger’s Transcultural Caring Theory?

Caring as the central theme of nursing Signup and view all the answers

In which level of health promotion is the focus primarily on preventing disease development?

Primary prevention Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of nursing practice developments in the 1950s and beyond?

Efforts focused on upgrading nursing education. Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of tertiary prevention in health care?

To rehabilitate patients to a maximum level of functioning Signup and view all the answers

What was one result of World War II on women and nursing roles?

Women became more independent and assertive. Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the nurse's experience in the 16th century?

Nurses often had poor reputations and faced unfavorable conditions. Signup and view all the answers

According to Watson’s Theory of Human Caring, what aspect is considered essential for promoting health?

Holistic clinical nursing care Signup and view all the answers

In what capacity did temples serve in ancient Greek civilization?

Centers of medical care. Signup and view all the answers

Which form of comfort in Kolcaba’s Comfort Theory involves enhancing a patient's emotional state?

Transcendence Signup and view all the answers

Which component of health belief model primarily addresses individual perception of disease threat?

Perceived severity Signup and view all the answers

What was established to provide controlled and less expensive staff for hospitals?

Hospital schools. Signup and view all the answers

What type of intervention might be included in secondary prevention?

Conducting routine medical examinations Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing competency focuses on collaboration with other health professionals to improve patient outcomes?

Teamwork and Collaboration Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of nurses in the context of restoring health?

Performing patient assessments that detect illness Signup and view all the answers

What dimension does the definition of health from WHO include?

Complete physical, social, and mental well-being Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the four blended competencies in nursing?

Cultural Competency Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does NOT affect health according to the provided content?

Aesthetic preferences Signup and view all the answers

What role do nurses play in the prevention of illness?

Teaching and modeling good health habits Signup and view all the answers

Which component is essential for promoting patient-centered care?

Maximizing individual strengths Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of nursing practice does the ANA’s Scope and Standards of Practice primarily address?

Parameters for nursing practice Signup and view all the answers

What is a key focus of facilitating coping with disability and death?

Maximizing the person’s strengths and potentials Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following summarizes the aims of nursing?

Promote health and facilitate coping Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of nursing theories?

To describe nursing and differentiate it from other disciplines Signup and view all the answers

Which method of reasoning builds from specific ideas to draw conclusions about general ideas?

Inductive reasoning Signup and view all the answers

What is a common concept found in nursing theories that relates to overall well-being?

Health Signup and view all the answers

What is a common goal of nursing research?

To improve the care of patients in clinical settings Signup and view all the answers

In nursing theories, which concept refers to the relationships among patients and their environment?

The person Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing theory is centered on self-care as a human need?

Orem’s Theory of Self-Care Signup and view all the answers

What type of nursing theory focuses on the consequences of nursing interventions?

Prescriptive theory Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing theory is described as a therapeutic, interpersonal, and goal-oriented process?

Peplau’s Goal Attainment Theory Signup and view all the answers

Which method of theory formation starts with a general idea and moves to specific examples?

Deductive reasoning Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing theory emphasizes meeting the personal needs of the patient within the environment?

Nightingale’s Environmental Theory Signup and view all the answers

What primarily influences a person's belief in the effectiveness of health measures?

Perceived costs and unpleasant effects of the action Signup and view all the answers

Which model is concerned with a person's perception of their health in relation to disease threat?

Health Belief Model Signup and view all the answers

What does the Health Promotion Model incorporate to promote health behaviors?

Individual characteristics and behavior-specific knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does NOT affect a person’s health beliefs according to the modifying factors?

Political affiliation Signup and view all the answers

What does the Health-Illness Continuum illustrate?

Constantly changing state of health Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of the revised Health Promotion Model?

Activity-related affect Signup and view all the answers

In the Stages of Change Model, what characterizes the precontemplation stage?

Not considering behavior change Signup and view all the answers

What does the Agent-Host-Environment Model primarily analyze?

The interaction among external agents, hosts, and environments Signup and view all the answers

What are major predictors of health-related habits according to the Health Promotion Model?

Personal, biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors Signup and view all the answers

In the Determination stage of the Stages of Change Model, what is emphasized?

Making realistic plans and preparing for actions Signup and view all the answers

How does the Health Belief Model view individual perceptions?

Fundamental to understanding health behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the Stages of Change Model?

Reinforcement Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the Health Promotion Model directed towards?

Attaining positive health outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What may a high self-esteem individual be less likely to engage in compared to someone with low self-esteem?

Substance use Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Historical Perspective on Nursing

Animism Theory: Health linked to good spirits; sickness attributed to evil spirits. Nurses seen as maternal caregivers and physicians as medicine men.
Ancient Greeks: Temples as health care centers; nurses served as caregivers at home and in the community, especially as nurse-midwives.
Early Christian Era: Formalization of nursing roles with deaconesses visiting the sick; nursing orders established during the Crusades.
16th Century: Shift from religious influences to warfare and exploration; nurse shortage led to the recruitment of female criminals, resulting in poor working conditions and reputation.
19th-20th Centuries: Social reforms transformed nursing and women's roles. Florence Nightingale advanced nursing’s professional status, founded the first nursing school, and authored health care education texts.
World War II Impact: Increased independence of female nurses. Medical and technological advancements expanded nursing roles and solidified nursing as a professional discipline.
1950s to Present: Broadened nursing scope included enhanced education, diverse practice settings, scientific research, and strengthened professional identity independent from other fields.

Influential Figures in American Nursing

Clara Barton: Founder of the American Red Cross.
Linda Richards: First American trained nurse; innovator of nursing documentation.
Mary Mahoney: First African American professional nurse.
Lillian Wald: Pioneer in public health nursing; established Henry Street Settlement.
Lavinia Dock: Advocated for women’s rights and nursing autonomy.
Margaret Sanger: Founder of Planned Parenthood and public health nursing advocate.
Mary Breckinridge: Established the Frontier Nursing Service.

Definitions and Aims of Nursing

Definition: Derived from Latin "nutrix" (to nourish); involves promoting health, preventing illness, advocacy, and education.
Focus on Patient: Considers physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects.
Aims: Include promoting health, preventing illness, restoring health, and facilitating coping with disability or death.

Competencies and Roles in Nursing

Blended Competencies: Cognitive, technical, interpersonal, ethical/legal.
QSEN Competencies: Focus on patient-centered care, teamwork, quality improvement, safety, evidence-based practice, and informatics.
Interrelated Roles: Caregiver, communicator, teacher, counselor, leader, researcher, advocate, collaborator.

Health Promotion and Illness Prevention

Promoting Health: Emphasizes maximizing patient strengths for illness prevention and health restoration.
WHO Definition of Health: Complete state of physical, social, and mental well-being.
Factors Affecting Health: Genetic inheritance, cognitive abilities, education, race, age, developmental level, lifestyle, environment, socioeconomic status, health literacy.
Preventing Illness: Involves education and community resources; nurses exemplify good health habits.

Restoring Health and Coping with Disability

Restoring Health: Focus on ill individuals through assessments, collaborative care, rehabilitation planning, and teaching.
Coping with Disability/Death: Involves patient education and referrals, alongside hospice care support.

Nursing as a Profession

Key Attributes: Defined body of knowledge, service orientation, ethical standards, professional autonomy, ongoing research.
Professional Formation: Includes socialization and educational preparation, alongside involvement in nursing organizations.

Guidelines and Standards in Nursing Practice

Standards of Practice: Established by ANA, outlining scope and performance expectations of nursing.
Nurse Practice Acts: Governed by state boards to ensure nursing accountability and legal practice.

Nursing Theory and Research

Theories Definition: Frameworks that describe relationships in nursing and differentiate it from other fields. They can be tested and guide research.
Common Concepts: Patient, environment, health, and nursing.
Research Purpose: Validates knowledge, theorizes explanations, and resolves clinical issues, reinforcing evidence-based nursing practice.

Models of Health Promotion

Primary Prevention: Promotes health and prevents disease through initiatives like immunization and education.
Secondary Prevention: Focuses on disease screening and early treatment.
Tertiary Prevention: Aims at rehabilitation post-illness and minimizing disability.

Nursing Theories Overview

Nightingale’s Environmental Theory: Emphasizes meeting patient's environmental needs.
Peplau’s Goal Attainment Theory: Focuses on therapeutic nurse-patient relationships and personal development.
Henderson’s Nursing Need Theory: Advocates for patient independence through supportive nursing roles.
Orem’s Theory of Self-Care: Self-care deficits necessitate nursing interventions for health maintenance.
Roy’s Adaptation Theory: Addresses nursing needs arising from inadequate adaptive responses.
Leininger’s Transcultural Caring Theory: Highlights caring across diverse cultures in nursing practices.
Watson’s Theory of Human Caring: Centers on holistic nursing and interpersonal relationships in care.
Kolcaba’s Comfort Theory: Focuses on patient comfort as a pathway to recovery, encompassing emotional and mental dimensions.### Perceived Benefits of Action
Perception of illness prevention effectiveness influences health behavior.
Beliefs about actions (e.g., quitting smoking) are shaped by perceived disease risk and withdrawal symptoms.
Health beliefs are impacted by demographic factors (age, sex), sociopsychological influences (personality, peer pressure), structural factors (knowledge, prior disease experience), and cues to action.

Health Promotion Model

Illustrates interactions between individuals and their environment in health pursuit.
Emphasizes individual characteristics and experiences influencing health-promoting behavior.
Previous behavior habits increase the likelihood of repetition; self-esteem influences health choices.
Behavior-specific knowledge and beliefs act as key motivators.
Revised model incorporates activity-related affect, commitment to action plans, and immediate competing demands.

Health-Illness Continuum

Defines health as a dynamic state ranging from high wellness to death.
Reflects how individuals adapt to internal and external changes to maintain well-being.

Agent–Host–Environment Model

Describes interactions of an external agent, a susceptible host, and the environment as disease causation.
Traditional model explaining risk factors for infectious diseases.
Limitation when applied to non-infectious diseases.

Stages of Change Model

Framework for counseling on behavior change (e.g., addiction, injury prevention).
Precontemplation Stage: Individuals do not consider behavior change; counselors promote self-exploration.
Contemplation Stage: Ambivalence about change; education on pros and cons provided.
Determination Stage: Commitment to change; counselors assist in realistic planning and strategies.
Action Stage: Public implementation of change; reinforces decision through social support and encouragement.

Health Belief Model (Rosenstock)

Focuses on individual perceptions regarding health.
Factors influencing health beliefs involve demographic, socio-psychological, and structural variables.
Core components include perceived susceptibility, seriousness of disease, and perceived benefits of action.

Revised Health Promotion Model

Introduces additional variables impacting health behaviors:
- Activity-related affect.
- Commitment to a specific action plan.
- Immediate competing demands and preferences.
Recognizes that health behaviors can evoke positive or negative responses.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Framework useful for understanding human needs and prioritization in care.
Emphasizes relationships among basic human needs impacting health outcomes.

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Explore the foundational concepts of nursing as presented in Chapter 1. This quiz covers the evolution of nursing roles from animism to ancient civilizations, highlighting the distinct duties of nurses and physicians. Test your knowledge on how historical beliefs shaped modern nursing practices.