Professional Responsibilities of Nurses - Module 3M
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What is the main characteristic that distinguishes a profession from other occupational groups?

  • It establishes its own rules for public and professional protection. (correct)
  • It focuses solely on material gains.
  • It serves the specific interests of a group.
  • It is based on the application of general knowledge.

    • Which statement best describes the essence of professional nursing?

  • It integrates both art and science, prioritizing service and client relationships. (correct)
  • It is primarily a science that relies on strict protocols.
  • It is an art focused solely on the skilled care of patients.
  • It is a duty that requires little ongoing education after initial training.

    • According to the Philippine Nursing Act of 1991, what is required for a nurse to practice legally in the Philippines?

  • Completion of a diploma program in nursing.
  • An international license recognized by the World Health Organization.
  • Passing the Nurses’ Licensure Examination conducted by the PRC. (correct)
  • Permanent residency in the Philippines.

    • Which of the following best outlines the scope of nursing practice as defined in the Nursing Act?

    <p>It encompasses health care across all life stages, from preconception to old age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primary responsibility do independent practitioners like nurses have within the healthcare system?

    <p>Promoting health and preventing illness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one primary responsibility of a nurse as outlined in the Code of Ethics?

    <p>Provide nursing care through the application of the nursing process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key distinction between nursing and medicine?

    <p>Nursing treats human responses to health problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must nursing education programs submit to gain approval for continuing professional education activities?

    <p>Program and activity descriptions to the Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role is NOT considered a primary duty of a nurse according to the nursing standards?

    <p>Administering complex surgical procedures independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of nursing practice is emphasized in contemporary nursing as requiring specialized knowledge and skills?

    <p>A variety of professional roles and responsibilities within diverse settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Concepts of a Profession

    • A profession is an organized occupational group applying specialized knowledge to create rules and standards for public and professional protection.
    • Professions address local and global challenges, serving society as a whole rather than specific interests.
    • The goals of a profession are primarily altruistic rather than materialistic.

    Professional Nursing

    • Professional nursing encompasses both art and science, emphasizing service and skillful care for both healthy and ill individuals.
    • Nursing involves relationships with clients/patients, significant others, and the healthcare team.

    Professional Nurse

    • Defined as an individual skilled in the art and science of nursing, educated through a nursing program.
    • Interprets nursing roles in relation to societal health and welfare.
    • Committed to lifelong learning via continuing education, scientific inquiry, and applying research outcomes.
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates must pass the Nurses’ Licensure Examination administered by the Professional Regulations Commission (PRC) to obtain a current PRC license.

    The Philippine Nursing Act of 1991 (Republic Act No. 9173)

    • Ensures the delivery of quality basic health services through an adequate nursing personnel system across the country.

    Scope of Nursing Practice

    • Nursing practice includes initiation and performance of nursing services across individuals, families, and communities in diverse healthcare settings.
    • Covers nursing care throughout different life stages, from conception to old age.
    • Nurses independently promote health and prevent illness, collaborating with other healthcare providers for comprehensive care.
    • Nurses are required to follow the nursing Code of Ethics to maintain safe nursing practice.

    Duty of a Nurse

    • Nursing care should utilize the nursing process and incorporate both traditional and innovative approaches.
    • Responsibilities include therapeutic techniques, primary health care, health education, and medication administration.
    • Nurses must establish connections with community resources and coordinate care with health teams.
    • Involved in teaching, supervising nursing students, and engaging in various nursing and health human resource development training and research.

    Nursing Definition

    • The American Nurses' Association defines nursing as the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual and potential health problems.

    Nursing Focus Areas

    • Emphasis on the diagnosis and treatment of patients' responses to diseases, such as pain or emotional distress from terminal illness.
    • Distinction between nursing (focused on human responses) and medicine (focused on disease and its treatment).
    • Contemporary nursing necessitates a broad range of knowledge and skills across various roles and responsibilities, centered on providing care and comfort.

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    Explore the essential roles and responsibilities of nurses as outlined in Module 3M. This quiz covers the key concepts of professionalism, including ethical standards and the societal impact of nursing. Test your knowledge of how nursing serves the public interest and addresses global challenges.

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