doctors and nurses (M.K Lim, 2004). As a nurse, it is our duty and obligation to give the best optimal care to our patients. Therefore, it is also our duty to protect our patients from being harmed by sub-optimal care done by our fellow healthcare professionals. Therefore, ethical dilemmas arise when an ethical principle is breached, especially when there is potential harm to patients. CASE STUDY: The May 2011 issue of Nursing Times contained an article written by a Director of
across quite broad. For instance, the Oxford dictionary states that “reflection is a serious thought or consideration”. But what is there to consider and how do we approach a subject to reflect on. Reflection is a key area for student and registered nurses throughout their careers which is why the explanation into what reflection is and its importance in the nursing field will be offered in this piece of writing. Reflection is an important human activity in which people recapture their experience,
Nurse Ratched, the head administrative nurse at a mental institution, exercised her near-absolute power over every aspect of the patients’ lives. Over time, she gradually gained a strong position of power, which was only strengthened by her ability to determine the fates of her patients. She was presented as a controlling, yet peaceful character, ensuring that her calculate outlook on the patients was upheld on every measure. Her strong personality is not seen as superficial, rather permanent through
focused on the following assertion: (Smith 2012): The theory of nursing systems, the theory of self-care deficit, and the theory of self-care. 1. The theory of nursing system: The theory of nursing system describe nursing as actions performed by human (nurses). These actions are planned and discharged following the task of the nursing agency for individuals or group of people with health-related issues or limitations. Care provided can be self-care or dependent care and these include diagnosis, prescription
The nature of clinical education presents challenges that may cause students to experience stress. Moreover, the practical components of the program which is important in preparing students to develop into professional nurse role by its nature have made the programme even more stressful than other programmes. The various factors associated with stress among nursing students: 1. Environmental factors: Perceived stress due to change in living environment, inadequate telephone
begins to put together some or all concepts of the metaparadigm” (Black, 2017, p. 177). According to the text, a nurses’ philosophy should consist of their values, beliefs, and attitudes and applied to the metaparadigms of nursing. My personal philosophy of nursing, which describes what nursing means to me, is based on the nursing metaparadigm concepts of person, environment, health and nurse. The main ideas that revolve around my personal nursing philosophy include an empathetic and holistic approach
the nursing uniform changes. This meeting would also include the induction of the new GVNSA leaders. The purpose of this general meeting was to implement change for future nursing students. Attending this meeting I believe was beneficial as I was able to listen to ideas and different perspectives from my peers on the changes they wish to see be made. Analysis The meeting didn’t have a large attendance as one would expected. I expected this meeting to be full as the changes of uniform was such an
“Unhappy in Uniform,” an article by Lifeisabeach, Eau Claire, WI, discusses the cause of school uniforms must be abolished from policy of education in America. In 1800s, school uniforms in the West appeared to displace the disorderly look in school at the time, and then America followed it. The author indicates that school uniform is rated unjust and make their ability to express their personality, creativity and personal preferences is stifled. She also states that uniforms have small impact to
MOVIE REVIEW - The Other Sister The Other Sister (1999) is an American romantic comedy about two mentally challenged young people struggling for independence and self-respect. The film was directed by Garry Marshall. It was written by Marshall, Bob Brunner, and Malia Scotch Marmo. The usual scenes evolved around Long Beach, Pasadena, and San Francisco, California. The film was written by Marshall, Bob Brunner, and Malia Scotch Marmo. Although it is an old film, just along the 20th century, the theme
identity. At this age, is it beneficial to give them school uniforms? Or will they do more harm than good? Modern school uniforms have been around since the 16th century, and have since become associated with private schools and the upper class. As more schools adopt school uniforms, people are questioning if school uniforms are even necessary. I, for one, strongly believe that we should get rid of school uniforms. For one, school uniforms prevent self expression and individuality. If all boys must
Being safe at school is something that a person shouldn’t have to worry, about but it has become a concern for a lot of parents, teachers, and school administration. Increasing security in high school, middle school, and elementary school would help control and protect the kids from possible threats, as well as creating a safe learning environment and show kids that police officers are good people. Most middle and high schools nowadays have resource officers in the building or some sort of security
One might say that their defiance for the word obligation is to follow a strict law. For an example,”I believe my obligation is to attend school.” This might be the case because it is known that you must go to school. However, some people might feel sick and irritated from school and take a day of their own. When people commit this action, is it considered breaking their obligation of going to school? This made me believe that an obligation is not a known law, but something that you personally believe
herself for her independence why can 't we." Many kids are having to have to wear school uniforms getting to know things about yourself and what you like is a good thing to experience for when you get older because it will become handy nut having to wear a school uniform how will you know what you like and what your true self is without a school uniform on. There is a debate on whether school school uniforms will make a difference in the learning environment. Many people agree that they should because
Dress code is a crucial part of school since it teaches good habits while preparing you for the later in life and creating a feeling of equality. In most schools today there is no dress code, but that needs to change. There are tons of cases of bullying in schools all across America. By enforcing a dress code it can unify students and ultimately help them in the long run. Not only does the dress code lessen bullying, it ingrains good habits for later in life. A dress code at every school will help
School Uniforms in the Case of : Students v. Public School Uniforms School uniforms are increasing as we speak, about every 1 out of 5 public schools requiring them (school-uniforms.procon.org). I believe that school uniforms should not be enforced in public schools for the reason being it 's a public school which is supported by funds from the public. Why should schools be able to force uniforms on students when their funded by the public. My first point is school uniforms can be very high in
School searches are a highly debated topic among schools. Searches are used to maintain safety. There is a lot of backgroung that goes into searches and although they arent meant to protect students and school, there are many people who oppose it but also some who support. There are many laws and personal rights that schools have to follow in order to conduct a school search. The U.S. Consitution protects peoples ' privacy. Reasonable suspicion is a standard for student searching. A search must
Sports Should schools get rid of sports. Some would think yes, yes it will make the people who play sports sad. They will miss the fun times they had in sports. People who do play sports will be sad. But people who don’t like sports will be happy,because then there will be more money towards the school. Sports should be gotten rid of because it will save schools more money for school related activities like cleaning up around the school. One reason schools should get rid of sports is it will save
At St. Anne School, there are many rules that several students disagree with. For example, nail polish, shoes, phones, and eating restrictions. These are all rules that should be adjusted. Some rules are too strict and complicated to remember. Many students would be satisfied if these changes were made and wouldn’t abuse these new rules. Nails polish is a very popular thing for girls in this current time. To many, there is an unfair color selection. No bright colors are allowed. Only
Should Uniforms be Required? There has always been a debate about whether students should have to wear uniforms to school. However, evidence shows that kids shouldn’t have to wear uniforms because they are self-restricting, it can give their school a bad reputation, and they don’t stop bullying like people think it does. First, kids shouldn 't have to wear uniforms because they are self-restricting to the kids (Procon.) Students need to be able to develop their personal identity by dressing how they
The HB-1 Policy is also known as the School Bus Policy. This system regulates school bus funding, authorizes advertisement, and decides which advertisements are appropriate to have on the school buses. The problem with having advertisement on school buses is that not all advertisements are kid friendly, and the students are forced to see them every day. A way to address this issue is by limiting the types of advertisements to prevent inappropriate advertisements, such as a cigarette ad. This way