Associate of Science in Nursing Grand Canyon University: Profession Dynamics Section 0106 September 30, 2012 Baccalaureate of Science versus Associate of Science in Nursing There are three educational pathways to becoming a Registered nurse. These include baccalaureate, associate degree, and diploma programs (Friberg et al, 2011). It has been proven in various studies that nurses with a higher level of education provide better quality patient care versus the associate level
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relationships that the patient identifies as family or as a network of individuals who influence one another’s lives, whether or not there are actual biological or legal ties (Potter & Perry, 2013). • Scope: The emphasis in nursing today is on providing family-centered care. Wherever nurses practice, they will work with families and observe family dynamics across the lifespan (Giddens, 2013). • Attributes: o Nuclear Family – consists of husband and wife (and perhaps one or more children).
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The nursing profession has come a long way and continues to change. The effects of science and technology on the health care field cannot be over emphasized. New and modern approach to providing health care to patients require nurses to continue to seek knowledge and educate themselves in order to be well equipped to provide effective & safe care to their patients and the ability to make a well rounded and informed decision regarding health care issues as they arise. Education
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Running head: HEALTH PROMOTION COMPARISON 1 Comparison of the Three Levels of Health Promotion Queeny M. Carmouche Grand Canyon University: NRS-429V-0102 January 19, 2014 Comparison of the Three Levels in Health Promotion in Nursing Practice Health promotion and disease prevention are appropriate for everyone. High-quality health promotion and disease deterrence can slow disease process, improve one’s ability to live independently and lead an active life
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Health Promotion in Nursing Practice Zahra Rassouli Grand Canyon University Health promotion is defined as the process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve their health (World Health Organization, 2014). For each individual it is fundamental to understand the aspects of a complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing. Recognizing what contributes to change and the coping mechanism within the environment is an important aspect. A healthy life style prevents disease and
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Comparison of the Three Levels of Health Promotion Queeny M. Carmouche Grand Canyon University: NRS-429V-0102 January 19, 2014 Comparison of the Three Levels in Health Promotion in Nursing Practice Health promotion and disease prevention are appropriate for everyone. High-quality health promotion and disease deterrence can slow disease process, improve one’s ability to live independently and lead an active life, even with people with major health issues. During the 1970’s the concern about
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Baccalaureate nursing practice incorporates the roles of assessing, critical thinking, communicating, providing care, teaching, and leading. The caring professional approach includes the values of autonomy, altruism, human dignity, integrity, and social justice with unconditional regard for all people. Nursing practice includes health promotion, disease prevention, early detection of health deviations, prompt and adequate treatment of the human response to acute and chronic illness, and compassionate
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OLDER ADULT General description of the Gerontological care issue The ageing population is unusually increasing in the history of humanity. With increase in number of the older persons, there is a decline in that of the younger people and it is estimated that by 2050 the percentage of the older persons would have increase by 10% from the current 15% (Cisneros & Hickie, 2012). These changes come with major challenges not only to the health sector, but also to the pension and welfare system in both
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International Council of Nurses (2015) Nursing encompasses autonomous and collaborative care of individuals of all ages, families, groups, communities, sick or well and in all settings. Nursing includes the promotion of health, prevention of illness, the care of ill, disabled and dying people. Advocacy, promotion of a safe environment, research, participation in shaping health policy and in patient and health systems management, and education are also key nursing roles. There are three educational
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prepared at the AD level versus the BSN level in nursing Identify a patient care situation in which you describe how nursing care of approaches to decisioin making may differ based upon the educational preparation of the nurse (BSN versus a ADN) Competent bedside nurses, regardless of degree, are in high demand. To become a licensed registered nurse, all nurses must pass the NCLEX licensing exam, and graduate from an accredited school of nursing. The debate continues as to whether an ADN degree
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