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The Nursing Code of Ethics sets the ethical benchmark for the profession, and guides nurses in ethical analysis and decision making at the societal, organizational, and clinical levels. The code encompasses showing compassion and respect for the patient, their families, and communities in all circumstances while committing to providing patient-centered care. In addition, the code states that nurses must advocate for the patient by defending a cause or recommendation to protect their rights,...

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Can the nursing profession win the game?

Peter I Buerhaus¹

¹Center for Interdisciplinary Health Workforce Studies, Institute for Medicine and Public Health, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA. Peter.Buerhaus@Vanderbilt.Edu

Nursing Economic$

|September 17, 2009

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The nursing profession

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Area of Science:

Nursing
Healthcare Management
Sociology of Health

Background:

The nursing profession has undergone significant changes over the past two decades.
Historical analysis of nursing's trajectory is crucial for future development.
Understanding the current state is key to navigating future challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the analogy of a basketball game to describe the nursing profession's evolution.
To analyze past events shaping nursing and project future historical significance.
To identify opportunities for enhancing nursing's social relevance and public health impact.

Main Methods:

Metaphorical analysis using a basketball game analogy.
Historical review of nursing's past 20 years.
Prospective analysis of the next 15 years in nursing.

Main Results:

The basketball game metaphor effectively illustrates the dynamic nature of nursing.
Past challenges have shaped the profession, with future potential for historical recognition.
Current "third quarter" challenges present opportunities for growth.

Conclusions:

Nurses and leaders must leverage current challenges to enhance social relevance.
Strategic action is needed to ensure the next 15 years are a "greatest period" for nursing.
Deepening commitment to public health is paramount for the profession's future.