In this scenario I used Bevis tool of problem solving. According to Bevis in order to be good at problem solving, one needs to be flexible and be able to respond to shifts in a situation (Foley, 2009). I used problem solving during this situation when we trying to transfer the patient and realized that she would not be able to do it. We found an alternate solution that caused less pain to the patient and was easier for both the patient and my partner and I. In this scenario I also used Bevis took
Transition from enrolled to registered nurse Introduction Challenges on entering the nursing profession as a registered nurse are expected by all nurses who graduate. Although, the transition to being a registered nurse for someone who has previously been an enrolled nurse is equally challenging, the general perception is different. A number of research articles and literature is published for fresh graduates but only a few deal with the problems of enrolled nurses. They have many challenges of their
Table 2 ACTIVITY Observe Work under supervision Work without supervision Competent to teach others. Conducting enquiries 5 5 5 Treatment scheduling 5 5 5 Cervical smear collection 2 2 1 Assist in Hysteroscopy 5 10 10 In the second table above, the certified fertility nurse is also trained and tested on 4 items as could be seen. She also observed the handling of clinical procedures, worked under supervision and worked without supervision, after which she was asked to perform the tasks under supervision
and why? There are three major pathways that one may follow to obtain training in order to be eligible for National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) testing. They include Diploma of Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN). Training occurs in hospital based programs to four year colleges (How to Become a Nurse, 2014). Each of these pathways have positives and negatives. The greatest benefit of a diploma program is that the
Cultural Competency Models The nursing profession is one that requires interaction with people of various backgrounds ethnically, economically and socially. Therefore, it is importance to developing cultural competence to maintain a certain level of dignity and fairness while providing healthcare. Various models have been advanced to guide the graduate nurse in achieving cultural competence. First, is the Sunrise model advanced by Madeleine Leininger, it is based on an anthropologic assessment
According to Sullivan (2013), “a mentor is someone whose words, behaviours, and style you admire and also a person who could teach you” (p. 18). Many persons have helped me throughout my nursing career. However, the one person who stands out is a Nurse Practitioner (NP). I first encountered this NP at my workplace. NP responded to a call I made for an assessment for a sick patient. I provided assessment findings on the patient status. NP was very knowledgeable and professional. She came to the
overheard a conversation with the nurse he is very optimistic about his health condition. Although, N.F. is very optimistic about his life and health. I noticed frustration in his eyes when he wasn’t able to complete a task himself. I would identify the nursing diagnosis: Powerlessness related to his inability to perform certain tasks for himself due to his multiple sclerosis. I would emphasize on all the little tasks he can perform, give him confidence in himself for trying his best. I would give him confidence
A nurse must understand the developmental level of a client to better assist them in providing the best quality of care. This is so important to understand the different levels of development and to be able to identify the clients level of knowledge. This will allow the nurse to promote healing and proper well-being for that child. Adolescents may be able to understand what is going on a little better, but yet parents are still the guardian and make the final decision. The pediatric nurse must continually
Chen, Y., & Chiang, L. (2007, June). Effectiveness of hand-washing teaching programs for families of children in pediatric intensive care units. Journal Of Clinical Nursing, Vol. 16, pp. 1173-1179. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mnh&AN=17518892&site=ehost-live In this article the researchers were interested in measuring the effectiveness of an educational video on hand washing compared to illustrations on hand washing techniques on the hand washing skills of
patient outcomes, and assess and anticipate risks, trying to improving the overall coordination and delivery of care for certain population of patients at the microsystems level (AACN, 2007). Evidence-based practice is an imperative approach in nursing to provide the top quality of care to patients and their families (Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt, 2005). Further, evidence-based practice enhances patient outcomes, research has proven the difference between patients who receive care based on evidence