Nursing Fundamentals and Practices

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What is one of the key components of professional behaviors for nurses as mentioned in the text?

Technical skills

Compassion (correct)

Punctuality

Physical strength

Where does the ability to be ethical start developing?

In childhood (correct)

In adulthood

During formal education

Adolescence

What does a person's values influence according to the text?

Beliefs about personal preferences

Beliefs about human needs (correct)

Beliefs about technological advancements

Beliefs about popular culture

Which concept relates to the idea of respecting a person's right to make decisions about their own life?

Autonomy Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of nursing history is discussed in the text as relevant to the present state of the nursing profession?

Impact of Florence Nightingale's work Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is NOT mentioned as part of a nurse's job description from 1887?

Administer medication to patients Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as a core value for nurses based on the text?

Human dignity Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the quality of being unselfishly concerned for others' welfare?

Altruism Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of altruism in shaping the behaviors of nurses?

Demonstrating unselfish concern for the welfare of others Signup and view all the answers

How do a person's beliefs about human needs and health influence their behaviors?

By guiding their actions through established standards Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is essential for maintaining integrity in the nursing profession?

Altruism Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for nurses to uphold human dignity?

To respect the worth and value of individuals Signup and view all the answers

How does social justice contribute to the professional behaviors of nurses?

By advocating for fair and equitable healthcare access Signup and view all the answers

Why are positive contemporary nursing images essential in shaping the nursing profession?

To promote a positive and accurate perception of nursing Signup and view all the answers

In what way does a nurse's job description from 1887 reflect historical attitudes towards nursing?

By reflecting outdated and menial tasks for nurses Signup and view all the answers

Which value is most essential for nurses to display when serving patients and doctors faithfully?

Integrity Signup and view all the answers

What impact does maintaining autonomy have on a nurse's ability to provide patient-centered care?

It allows for personalized care based on patient preferences. Signup and view all the answers

How does respecting social justice principles contribute to a nurse's professional conduct?

By advocating for fair healthcare access for all individuals. Signup and view all the answers