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Primary health care in action

H Mass1, N Whyte

  • 1Comox Valey Nursing Centre, Demonstration Project.

Nursing BC
|March 1, 1997
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The Comox Valley Nursing Centre Demonstration Project showed nurses

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Practice
  • Primary Health Care
  • Community Health

Background:

  • The Comox Valley Nursing Centre Demonstration Project explored the capabilities of nurses.
  • The Registered Nurses Association of British Columbia (RNABC) authored a 40-page report on the project.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate the full scope of professional nursing practice.
  • To contribute to the understanding of primary health care principles.
  • To advance community-based nursing practice.

Main Methods:

  • A demonstration project was conducted.
  • The project involved nurses practicing to their full professional scope.

Main Results:

  • The project successfully showcased the expanded capabilities of nurses.
  • Nurses demonstrated proficiency when allowed to practice the full scope of their profession.

Conclusions:

  • The project was a success.
  • It significantly contributed to understanding primary health care and community-based nursing.
  • Allowed nursing practice enhances patient care and professional development.

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