Introduction to Nursing
Nursing is both an art and a science. It involves the holistic care of individuals, families, and communities.
KEY CONCEPTS:
• Nursing as a profession - A calling to serve humanity
• Scope of nursing practice - What nurses can and cannot do
• Core values in nursing - Compassion, integrity, and excellence
• The nursing process - Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
Nursing is more than just administering medications. It's about building therapeutic relationships with patients and advocating for their health and well-being.
KEY CONCEPTS:
• Nursing as a profession - A calling to serve humanity
• Scope of nursing practice - What nurses can and cannot do
• Core values in nursing - Compassion, integrity, and excellence
• The nursing process - Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
Nursing is more than just administering medications. It's about building therapeutic relationships with patients and advocating for their health and well-being.