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The Role of Nurse as Patient Advocate, 2005.
Discusses the need for a nurse to act as an advocate for patients when their disease process impairs their ability to advocate for themselves.
898 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, £ 21.95
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In this work, the role of the nurse as the patient advocate in the field of psychology treatment is explored through two seminal works on the role of the nurse as advocate for the mentally ill patient. After reviewing these two works, Hummelvoll's ?The Nurse-Client Alliance Model? and Vuckovich's ?The Ethics of Involuntary Procedures", the paper concludes that the role of the nurse patient advocate in psychiatric nursing is crucial to the well-being of the patient, and though it evolves with the differences in care and the level of self-advocacy, a patient can provide it is a major part of the care process.
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"The issue of ethics is central to the nurses ability to provide services for a client as his or her advocate and in one article the psych nurse?s ability to base decisions on ethical grounds for the greater goods of the client is explored, and within the work the role of nurse as patient advocate is explored, though secondarily through the language of the article. Though issues become much more complicated when involuntary procedures are concerned nurses rely on experience, not excluding the experience with the patients themselves as a guide. Without the role of advocate these decisions would be much harder to make."
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The Nurse as Patient Advocate, 2002.
Discusses what is the role of the professional nurse in health care delivery.
1,420 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper looks into the phenomenon of a nurse's conflict when faced with the decision whether to follow a doctor's orders and in doing so, to go against the best interest of the patient. It discusses that nurses are often faced with dilemnas of whether or not to act for their establishment or the patient.
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"Persons who choose nursing as a profession do so because they have a deep sense that they want to help others. Most do not do it because of pay incentives. Those who choose nursing for that reason are soon disillusioned by the long hours, physical and mental fatigue that go along with it. People choose nursing because they have a need to help those in need. When they become nurses however, the role that they play is often defined by a large, bureaucratic system and they sometimes find that they must choose between their sense of doing what is right for the patient and conforming to the rules of the system."
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Nurses as Patient Advocates, 2004.
This paper discusses the nurse as the patient advocate, especially with epilepsy patients.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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This paper explains that patients often confide information through natural dialogue with nurses, expressing their understanding of their own health, their concerns about after-care, and personal needs they feel are or are not being met by other members of the health care team. The author points out that the greatest need for a patient advocate is in circumstances where temporary or chronic psychological diseases or processes, such as epilepsy, reduce the individual?s ability to self-advocate. The paper relates that the position as advocate may put the nurse into circumstances of conflict with other care providers, especially doctors, but the role of the nurse is to advocate for the needs of the client.
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"The nurse has a distinct advantage, over many other health care professionals in that they often spend the most time with patients. In this role, they interact on a clinical as well as social level with the patient and in almost every setting learn things about the patient that others providing care may never know. It is for this reason that nurses are the most logical persons to act as advocates for patients. As an advocate for a patient a nurse might be able to influence care to better meet the holistic needs of patients."
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Registered Nurse vs. Nurse Practitioner, 2008.
A research paper exploring the process of transferring from a status of registered nurse to nurse practitioner.
2,825 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 58.95
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The paper defines and describes the duties, obligations and educational abilities of both a registered nurse and nurse practitioner in order to determine the motivations of nurses to transfer positions. The paper provides a literature review and concludes that a more in-depth analysis is necessary to truly assess a nurse's motivation for expressing interest in transferring to the role of nurse practitioner. The paper also shows the need for more studies on whether such a transfer will bring greater job satisfaction and motivation than if the nurse were to remain as a registered nurse.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Strengths & Weaknesses of the Concept
Discussions & Summary Conclusions
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"At present, there is a national crisis within the nursing industry. More and more, people are interested in becoming nurses. Nurses work in many capacities in clinics, community centers, hospitals and in private practice. However for some, there is no clear distinction between an R.N. and a Nurse Practitioner. Further, there is little data exploring the mechanisms through which a nurse may decide to pursue an advancing career, and what support if any he or she may receive in doing so. The purpose of this paper is to clarify the roles of these two positions, and assess which is most needed given the status of the nursing and healthcare industry in the United States today."
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The Mission of Nursing Advocates, 2006.
This paper discusses the HBO television movie WIT!, about an English professor that is diagnosed with cancer.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, £ 24.95
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The paper describes how in the HBO television movie WIT!, Emma Thompson portrays an English professor that is diagnosed with cancer and begins a struggle for survival that teaches her about what is important in life. The movie serves to teach the audience as well, depicting a realistic situation in which Thompson receives little support for her plight and even less human kindness. At the hospital where Thompson frequently is admitted for treatments, the staff visualizes her as just another cancer patient. The paper portrays how one nurse is capable of befriending the character and demonstrating her honest concern for Thompson's well being.
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Nursing and Obstetrical Nursing Curricula, 2006.
A look at the organizations that regulate and control nursing and nursing education programs.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper looks at nursing and obstetrical nursing and investigates what agencies police and design the curricula for these fields. The State Boards of Nursing and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission are examined and the policies and standards that they set are discussed as well as the required curriculum content and development they oversee. Their impact upon curriculum development and revision is also reviewed.
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"In the arena of nursing, there are so many specialties, so many fields, so many types of nurses, that there must be governing and regulatory bodies. Without such organizations that regulate and control nursing and nursing education programs, there would not be a singular and uniform set of expectations for this nation's nursing professionals. The two organizations that will be discussed in regard to how they influence the regulation of nursing, and more specifically how they could influence obstetrical nursing, are the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The first of the two governing agencies that this paper will discuss and investigate is the NCSBN."
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Using Non-Nursing Personnel for Nursing Tasks, 2004.
A look at the advantages and disadvantages of using non-nursing personnel to perform nursing tasks.
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 32.95
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This paper considers the reasons for using non-nursing personnel to perform nursing tasks and then takes a look at the advantages and disadvantages of doing so. The paper also discusses the outlook for using non-nursing personnel in the nursing profession as well as the decline in qualified nurses in the labor pool.
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"Much has been written about the nursing shortage that plagues physicians, hospitals and nursing homes in the United States. At the same time that there are fewer qualified nurses available in the work force a number of states and municipalities have passed regulations regarding the nurse-to-patient ratio that is making the situation even more acute. As a result, healthcare providers have been forced to be innovative in the way that they attract nurses to their institutions and recruiting efforts..."
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Perioperative Nursing, 1999.
Definition, duties in surgery, relationship with patient and patient rights; proposes increased role for nurse as patient advocate.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 9 sources, £ 38.95
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"PROPOSED PERIOPERATIVE PROCEDURAL CHANGE
Situation Description
The situation involves the duties and responsibilities of a registered nurse (RN) functioning as a perioperative nurse in a surgical hospital operating room setting. The specific issue addressed is the role of informed consent in relation to pre-established do-not-resuscitate (DNR) orders.
Surgical patients frequently are asked to make important decisions related to operating room procedures on the basis of minimal or confusing information. Most patients are unfamiliar with medical terminology, and if such terminology is not explained in lay terms, a question exists as to whether informed consent can be given by the patient. The ethical principal involved is patient autonomy (Kokiko & Watts, 1995). In relation to.."
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Director of Nursing in Nursing Home, 1999.
Examines issues affecting this position & role. Examines the economics of the institute, restructuring, responsibilities, quality of care and staffing.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 14 sources, £ 32.95
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"DONS IN THE CONTEMPORARY NURSING HOME ENVIRONMENT
Introduction
This research examines some of the issues affecting the position and role of the Director of Nursing (DON) in contemporary nursing home environments. DONs are experiencing increasing difficulties in their attempts to fulfill their responsibilities as the health care environment in the United States continues in a period of transition.
DONs and Transition in the Health Care Environment
An increasing number of nursing homes, in the pursuit of goals related to both efficiency and effectiveness, are implementing reorganization schemes that frequently involve downsizing, decentralization, or some combination of downsizing and decentralization (Barrett, 1995). Among health care.."
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Every Nurse Controls the Image of Nursing, 2008.
This paper is a persuasive essay on the changing role of the nursing profession's image in modern day society.
730 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses the changing role of nurses. The paper asserts that while every nurse controls the image of nursing, the demands of the times change what constitutes, and what will constitute nursing. Furthermore, the paper states that the nursing profession is undergoing transitions both within and without that profoundly impact it's public image as providing care to those in need. The author states that whereas technology can provide more and more timely cures, nurses are still typecast into a caring role, which may be less of a priority in the global scene that merely looks at health care as a service-oriented body repair shop.
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"As often is the case, internal and external change can have unpredictable effects on the components of the profession, not only as a whole. For instance, the broadening of the different roles a nurse can pursue has only happened in the latter quarter of the previous century in response to the expanding demand for them. There is an inherent advantage in specializing and giving students advancement options, even the option to independently practice is currently available. However, with the lack of time to develop these different tracks into distinct, autonomous, regulatory professional entities, this leaves the impression on the public that the nursing profession's demand-driven schism is a warning sign that health care is slowly becoming service-oriented rather than patient-oriented. Presently, it is difficult to distinguish nursing roles such as the nurse practitioner apart from the roles of other professionals such as physicians. Such increasing overlap in responsibilities, knowledge, patient treatment and management must be assessed and acted upon in order to ultimately establish a change in the public's perspective on nursing as a whole."
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The Roles of the Advanced Practice Nurse, 2008.
An analysis of the roles of the advanced practice nurse and an interview with a nurse practitioner regarding two particular competencies of the profession.
2,160 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 46.95
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This paper examines the term 'advanced practice nurse' and four distinct roles involved in being such a nurse. The paper points out that all of these roles are based on six core competencies besides the central competency of direct care. The paper includes an interview with a nurse practitioner, focusing on two of those competencies which are derived from Ann Hamric's "Model of Advanced Practice Nursing". The paper concludes that the most important core competency on the basis of this interview is collaboration.
Outline:
Introduction
Advanced Practice Nurse: Four Roles
Interview
Analysis
Conclusion
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"The nurse practitioner acts as a primary care or specialty care provider and also as a consultant to individual patients, families, and communities (AANP, 2002). The nurse practitioner is concerned with medical as well as nursing issues, health promotion and maintenance, prevention of disease and acute and chronic disease diagnosis and management (AANP, 2002). Advanced practice nurses work in a variety of settings such as neonatal, pediatric, gerontology, women's health, school and occupational health, adult critical care or family care, and specialize in illnesses such as AIDS (Becker & Kaplow, 2006; AANP, 2002). The advanced practice nurse is not only a skilled nursing clinician but a practice leader who is able to create a significant impact on care across a wide range of settings. Advanced practice nurses work to optimize outcomes for patients, the family, health care providers, and the health organization/system (Becker & Kaplow)."
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Nurse-to-Patient Ratios, 2007.
An analysis of how nurse-to-patient ratios affect patient and nurse safety.
1,962 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 19 sources, MLA, £ 43.95
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This paper discusses the importance of the nurse-to-patient ratio in the care of patients, particularly those in acute care. It discusses the effects of cutbacks in nursing staff numbers to patient safety and how this can be improved by the nursing staff and skill mix. The paper then discusses nurses' safety and positive legislation in California regarding this issue. The paper concludes by briefly discussing individual nurse's roles in ensuring patient and nurse safety.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Patient Safety
Nurse Staffing / Skill Mix
Nurse safety / Job Dissatisfaction
Legislation
Professionalism And My Role
Nurse-To-Patient Ratios: How I See Myself In This Role Now And In The Future
Conclusion
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"Determining nurse-to-patient ratios is an arduous task with no single or definite solution. Too many variables exist to develop definitive guidelines to cover every possible situation in an acute care facility. The mix of RNs and LPNs, including individual experience levels of each staff member and training in specialized areas, is a relevant factor to determine appropriate staff. (Currie, Harvey,West, Mckenna, and Keeney, 2005). Needs of patients vary greatly from individual to individual. Many factors determine the acuity of the patient and, therefore, may alter the amount of attention required by a patient. No single ratio solves all problems. Many states have tried passing legislation to mandate ratios, and, all but California, have been unsuccessful. More research is needed to effectively resolve this issue."
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The Research Nurse, 2005.
This paper discusses the role and development of the research nurse in the field of nursing.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 2 sources, £ 61.95
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This paper reviews information about the history and current status of the research nurse with respect to function and education. The author points out various issues affecting curriculum development with respect to program implementation such as what education requirements are necessary to become a clinical research nurse with respect to formal education, experience and training. The paper concludes that the value of a research nurse is pivotal to effective patient care and can help to alleviate the nursing shortage provided there is sufficient, supportive and quality educational programming.
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"The present study was designed to inspect and comment upon the need for research nurses as well as to present various educational and programming issues that need to be explored. More specifically, through a qualitative endeavor, the report presents information as to the history and current status of the research nurse with respect to function and education. Conclusions drawn, although preliminary, suggest that the value of a research nurse is pivotal to effective patient care and can help to alleviate the nursing shortage provided there is sufficient, supportive and quality educational programming."
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Nurse-Patient Relationships, 2007.
An analysis of the impact the nurse-patient relationship when a nurse is a patient within the health care facility.
3,101 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 15 sources, APA, £ 62.95
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This paper discusses the importance of the nurse-patient relationship in the care of the patient. The paper then aims to determine if there is an impact on nurses as professionals or patients regarding the nurse-patient relationship, when a nurse is a patient within the health care facility. The paper looks at the possible impact such a change in the nurse-patient dynamic might have on future health care.
Table of Contents:
Background and Significance
Purpose
Theoretical Conceptual Framework
Review of Literature
Research Question
Sample and Setting
Research Design
Measurement
Reliability and Validity
Data Analysis
Limitations of the Study
Implications for Nursing
Conclusion
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"Over the past decade professional nurses have sought to alter their work within the field in numerous ways. As many nurses begin to retire as part of the baby boomer generation it is apparent that they will require additional health care services in the decades to come. While it has been established that there is a need for nurses to focus on nurse-patient relationships in health care, there has not been research to date that explores how that relationship may be altered if the patient is a nurse. Therefore, an exploration of this issue should be accomplished to determine if there is need for new training, a shift in policies or awareness of the issue for the future of the nursing and health care community."
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