When writing my response to the first reflection, at the beginning of this quarter, I had various thoughts of what a nurse was, based off of outside opinions and experiences. However, throughout this quarter, my idea of what a nurse is has evolved into something much deeper. I have realized nursing presents many concepts that seem simple but are truly complex when analyzed fully. Some of the concepts I found fascinating this quarter, and will explain, are a few of the nursing values and ethics. The class, also, discussed challenges that may arise in nursing practice. I believe my two biggest challenges will be with the value/ethic of autonomy and cultural humility. These will be explained in further detail below.
Nursing Practice Aspects Learned
Over the quarter, we have talked about various aspects of nursing practice. The course has taught us that nursing is a career that provides endless possibilities for careers …show more content…
The ones I have chosen to focus on are autonomy and social justice. Autonomy is found in both the values and ethics. It gives the patient the right to self-determination (Finkelman & Kenner, 2014, p.175). As a nurse, it will be my duty to respect a patient’s beliefs and choices regardless of what I believe. If they do not want a certain procedure, I will have to respect that completely. Social justice is to ensure everyone receives fair treatment regardless of any label society categorizes them in (Finkelman & Kenner, 2014, p.175). Therefore, no matter what I believe, I will not carry that into my work. If someone needs help, I will provide care without judgement.
Nursing Practice Challenges
At the beginning of the quarter I was unsure what would be the hardest challenges for me. However, with the help of this course, I have come to realize that autonomy and cultural humility may present a challenge. Now that I am aware of this, I will be able to work on them
Nursing Practice Aspects Learned
Over the quarter, we have talked about various aspects of nursing practice. The course has taught us that nursing is a career that provides endless possibilities for careers …show more content…
The ones I have chosen to focus on are autonomy and social justice. Autonomy is found in both the values and ethics. It gives the patient the right to self-determination (Finkelman & Kenner, 2014, p.175). As a nurse, it will be my duty to respect a patient’s beliefs and choices regardless of what I believe. If they do not want a certain procedure, I will have to respect that completely. Social justice is to ensure everyone receives fair treatment regardless of any label society categorizes them in (Finkelman & Kenner, 2014, p.175). Therefore, no matter what I believe, I will not carry that into my work. If someone needs help, I will provide care without judgement.
Nursing Practice Challenges
At the beginning of the quarter I was unsure what would be the hardest challenges for me. However, with the help of this course, I have come to realize that autonomy and cultural humility may present a challenge. Now that I am aware of this, I will be able to work on them