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The International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP): nursing outcomes
International Nursing Review
|July 1, 1997
Summary
The International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP) is developing a classification for nursing outcomes. This crucial third dimension aims to standardize nursing care globally, with input sought from nurses worldwide for its Beta Version.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Health Informatics
Background:
- The International Classification for Nursing Practice (ICNP) currently includes classifications for nursing phenomena and interventions in its Alpha Version.
- The development of a third dimension, focusing on nursing outcomes, is underway.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the issues, initial thinking, and potential directions for classifying nursing outcomes within the ICNP framework.
- To solicit global input from nurses for the development of an improved Beta Version of the ICNP.
Main Methods:
- Discussion of conceptualization and potential frameworks for nursing outcome classification.
- Call for international collaboration and feedback from nursing professionals.
Main Results:
- Identifies nursing outcomes as the next critical component for the ICNP.
- Highlights the need for a structured approach to defining and classifying patient outcomes influenced by nursing care.
Conclusions:
- The classification of nursing outcomes is essential for advancing nursing science and practice.
- Active participation of nurses globally is vital for creating a comprehensive and universally applicable ICNP Beta Version.