Nursing as a Profession And Patient Leading, Guidance, & Support. Questo articolo non è disponibile.Nursing as a Profession And Patient Leading, Guidance, & Support

Nurses work to promote health, prevent disease and help patients cope with illness. They are advocates and health educators for patients, families, and communities. When providing direct patient care, they observe, assess and record patient symptoms, reactions, and progress. Nurses collaborate with physicians in the performance of treatments and examinations, the administration of medications and the provision of direct patient care in convalescence and rehabilitation. This is why nursing considered as a profession. Patient guidance has been an essential component of Registered Nurses’ professional role. In today's healthcare delivery system, patient guidance and leading are becoming increasingly important. The public demands more information and control over their health care. Moreover, illness and limited knowledge about medicine, nursing, and the healthcare system mean that patients are often vulnerable and powerless.