Questions and Answers
What is one of the main functions of nursing according to Dorothea Orem?
A helping or assisting service to persons who are wholly or partly dependent.
According to the Canadian Nurses Association, what does nursing identify and treat?
Nursing is practiced with a concern for the art of care and the science of health.
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According to Virginia Henderson, the unique function of the nurse is to assist the individual, sick or _____?
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Who articulated the definition of nursing that emphasizes assisting individuals in caring for themselves?
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Study Notes
Nursing Foundations
- Dorothea Orem's Theory: Emphasizes assisting individuals who are dependent to achieve independence quickly.
- Target Population: Nursing support is provided to infants, children, and adults unable to care for themselves.
- Nursing as a Profession: Defined as a caring profession focused on the art and science of healthcare delivery.
- American Nurses Association (ANA): Describes nursing as the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to health problems.
- Canadian Nurses Association (CNA): Highlights the identification and treatment of actual and potential health problems.
Key Definitions
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Definition of Nursing:
- A unique profession involving scientific knowledge and holistic practice with an emphasis on caring.
- Focused on promoting health, preventing illness, alleviating suffering, and restoring health.
- Incorporates both direct and indirect supervision of healthcare functions.
Nursing as an Art and Science
- Art of Nursing: Involves compassionate care and the ability to connect with patients, fostering a healing environment.
- Science of Nursing: Encompasses specialized knowledge and skills necessary for effective patient care.
Florence Nightingale's Contribution
- Care Framework: Advocated for using the environment to aid patient recovery, establishing foundational principles for modern nursing.
Virginia Henderson's Perspective
- Nursing Responsibility: The nurse's unique function is to support individuals—sick or well—in achieving health and wellness.
- Client Autonomy: Recognizes clients as autonomous beings with rights, emphasizing the importance of respecting their personal needs and decisions.
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Description
This quiz covers essential nursing concepts introduced in NCM 100 at Brokenshire College's School of Nursing. It emphasizes fostering independence in patients through careful assessment and application of nursing principles. Prepare to test your knowledge and understanding of these fundamental nursing practices.
