What do you believe is the core of nursing? What is the focus of nursing? To live out your philosophy, what should you keep in mind about your patients, families, environment?

  • Your educational and professional background, reasons for returning to school, current practice specialty, and professional goals.
  • Individuals who have influenced your views about nursing
  • Your philosophy of nursing
  • Nursing metaparadigm: your definition of nursing, human beings, the environment, and health
  • Your beliefs: Is healthcare a right or privilege? What are the roles of the nurse? What are your thoughts about nursing education?
  • Trends and current issues affecting nursing
  • Where is nursing going? What can you do to advance nursing?
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