University:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Course:
NURS 110 | Introduction to Nursing
Academic year:

2024
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1
Author:

Maria R.

Amelia Roses (UNC2021-5678) Bachelor of Science in Nursing ASSIGNMENT WEEK 1: INTRODUCTION TO NURSING 1. What is Introduction to Nursing? The "Introduction to Nursing" course introduces students to various essential aspects of the nursing profession. This includes an understanding of the history and evolution of nursing as a profession, the role of nurses in providing healthcare to individuals, families, and communities, as well as the ethical principles that underpin nursing practice. Furthermore, the introduction to nursing also covers fundamental concepts in nursing practice, such as the nursing process, therapeutic communication, health assessment, and nursing frameworks. This provides students with a solid foundation to comprehend the complexity of the nursing profession and prepares them for further nursing curricula. 2. How do nurses contribute to healthcare delivery across various settings, including hospitals, communities, and specialized care facilities? Nurses contribute to healthcare delivery by providing direct patient care, advocating for patients' rights, educating individuals and communities about health promotion and disease prevention, participating in interdisciplinary teams, and conducting research to improve patient outcomes. 3. What ethical principles guide nursing practice, and how do nurses navigate ethical dilemmas in their daily work? Ethical principles guiding nursing practice include beneficence (doing good), nonmaleficence (avoiding harm), autonomy (respecting patients' rights to make decisions), and justice (treating patients fairly). Nurses navigate ethical dilemmas through ethical decision-making frameworks, consultation with colleagues and ethics committees, and adherence to professional codes of ethics.