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Submitting terms to the international classification for nursing practice (ICNP).
M M Feringa1, W T F Goossen, A Coenen
1Nurses Association of Botswana, Gaborone, Botswana. nab@global.bw
International Nursing Review
|September 24, 2002
Summary
Nurses can improve nursing practice by contributing new terms to the International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP). This guide explains how researchers and students can submit terms for review and inclusion in the ICNP.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Informatics
- Health Classification Systems
Background:
- The International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP) is a global standard for nursing terminology.
- Standardized nursing language is crucial for data analysis, research, and quality improvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To guide nurses, researchers, and students in contributing to the development of the ICNP.
- To provide a practical example of the process for submitting new nursing terms.
Main Methods:
- Literature review to identify and define nursing phenomena and actions.
- Methodology for validating new terms.
- Process for submitting terms to the International Council of Nurses (ICN).
Main Results:
- The article outlines a clear, step-by-step process for term submission.
- Examples are provided to illustrate the application of the described methods.
Conclusions:
- Empowering nurses to contribute to the ICNP enhances the classification system.
- Standardized nursing terminology facilitates evidence-based practice and global communication.