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The Sociology theory that was new to me is Critical Social Theory. This theory uses societal awareness to social inequalities that hinder individuals from reaching their goals. This theory is being used by nursing researches to address the impact of sociopolitical conditions that affect health care. Moreover, researchers used critical social theory to explore other nursing aspects. Lyon (2011) study discussed the lived experience of minority women with HIV. Critical theory was used along with…

Personas In the film Personas a young nurse, Alma, is put in charge of Elisabeth Vogler: an actress who is seemingly healthy in all ways, but is not talking. As they spend time together, Alma speaks to Elisabeth constantly, never receiving any answer. Alma eventually confesses her secrets to a seemingly sympathetic Elisabeth and finds that her own personality is being submerged into Elisabeth's persona. I found this film to be simple yet interesting as it focuses mainly on Alma talking to…

Being a midwife started to be my desire a few years back but looking and caring for those vulnerable was an ability that has been a part of me since early age. I am aware that this is not enough for this job and I want the opportunity to train so I can support, empower and provide women centered care that promotes not only safety but also informed and unbiased choice. Training for the Health and Social Care NVQ certificate and diploma in the workplace made me aware how to deliver an excellent…

Are you having second thoughts about a nursing career because of something a friend or relative said? Don't abandon your dreams before you know the truth. It's easy to become discouraged when you hear myths and rumors intended to dampen your enthusiasm. Unfortunately, many misconceptions about the nursing field are accepted as common knowledge, but they're relatively easy to debunk. Some of the most common are listed below. A Nurse Is Just a Doctor's Gofer Some people mistakenly believe that…

The theories of Bureaucratic Caring and Complex Adaptive provides an awareness of the many challenges nurses faces while attempting to support human caring within the organizational structure. Care as a result of the many difficulties can be threatening and complicated when change is a possible factor, and thus, can lead to many inappropriate behaviors due to the many constraints placed by society. However, the question remains whether such care either formal or structural has an impact on the…

With predictions that this nursing shortage will be more severe and have a longer duration than previously experienced, traditional strategies implemented by employers will have limited success. The aging nursing workforce, low unemployment, and the global nature of this shortage compound the usual factors that contribute to nursing shortages. For sustained change and assurance of an adequate supply of nurses, solutions must be developed in several areas: education, healthcare delivery systems,…

As approaching my senior year in highschool there were a lot of great things to come ahead. Like whether to leave the state for college and most of all what to major in. As my major of choice found its way to be the topic of discussion in most cases , I often would run into my childhood dreams of having a wealthy life and taking care of others. The many aspects of my life from my mother being a diabetic and my grandmother having alzheimers would often lead me to the smarter carrer, nursing . To…

Nursing Recovery Program Samwel Rorya Southwestern college professional studies NURS330: Nursing Leadership and Management Instructor: Pat Howel January31, 2016 Nursing Recovery Program Nurses play big roles in healthcare system, and their personal health cannot be ignored or dismissed. It believed that nurses are always taking care and helping sick people, but sometimes nurses need someone to take care of them. According to Camille Obrim It is believed that about 10% of all working nurses…

Elizabeth Blackwell There are many people in the world who are influential. These people impact the world in a positive way by telling you you can accomplish your dreams, have great character, and live to do whatever you want. An individual that shows these traits would be the first female doctor Elizabeth Blackwell. Elizabeth Blackwell is influential because of her legacy, accomplishments, and character. Elizabeth Blackwell's has legacy because she was the first female doctor. According to…

"Evidence-based practice (EBP) committees provide a streamlined approach for improving clinical/bedside practice decisions based on current research. The Magnet program is designed to guide nurses in clinical practice and making recommendations, and the EBP committee is a mechanism by which to do this." (Dean,2009). I have severed on a unit based council committee at my current hospital. In our council meetings we address issues that arise in our department including nursing issues and patient…