The pervasive presence of technology has for most become a monument to the ingenuity, persistence and flexibility of the human mind and spirit. It is a symbol of the unceasing struggle for control of one's fate in the midst of adversity and uncertainty. This is no less prominent than in the practice of modern medicine. The present sophistication and sheer complexity of technology is not only immense compared to health care a century ago, but also evokes mixed sentiments towards its progress to even more sophisticated "health care solutions.
In the arena of nursing, there are so many specialties, so many fields, so many types of nurses, that there must be governing and regulatory bodies. Without such organizations that regulate and control nursing and nursing education programs, there would not be a singular and uniform set of expectations for this nation's nursing professionals. The two organizations that will be discussed in regard to how they influence the regulation of nursing, and more specifically how they could influence obstetrical nursing, are the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The first of the two governing agencies that this paper will discuss and investigate is the NCSBN.
Just as information technology produces a dual impact on the workplace in general, it can be expected that the impact on nursing will be a similar pattern of increased efficiency versus complexity and problems. Technology provides a means for measuring nursing outcomes and for evaluating performance. The use of advanced technology in health care can greatly increase efficiency and affordability, and also permit new management programs and the introduction of innovative services.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Sunday, March 1, 2009
life's instructions
A Father's Instructions for Life
Condensed from 'Life's Little Instruction Book" H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
YEARS AGO, I read that it was the responsibility of parents not to pave the road for their children, but to provide a road map. So, as my son, Adam, prepared to leave for college, I jotted down a few words of counsel and put them in a dime-store binder. After his mother and I had helped him move into his dorm, I presented him with the bound pages. A few days later, Adam called me. "Dad," he said, the book is one of the best gifts I've ever received. I'm going to add to it and someday give it to my son." Every once in a while life hands you a moment so precious, so overwhelming, that you almost glow. I had just experienced one.
Here are the words I gave him.
Compliment three people each day.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year:
Overtip breakfast waitresses.
Look people in the eye.
Say "thank you" a lot.
Say "please" a lot.
Live beneath your means.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Treat everyone you meet as you want to be treated.
Donate two pints of blood every year.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Keep secrets.
Don't waste time learning the "tricks of the trade." Instead, learn the trade.
Admit your mistakes.
Be brave. Even if you're not, pretend to be. No one can tell the difference.
Choose a charity in your community and support it generously with your time and money.
Read the Bill of Rights.
Use credit cards only for convenience, never for credit.
Never cheat.
Give yourself a year and read the Bible cover to cover.
Learn to listen. Opportunity sometimes knocks very softly.
Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all he or she has.
Pray not for things, but for wisdom and courage.
Never take action when you're angry.
Have good posture. Enter a room with purpose and confidence.
Don't discuss business in elevators. You never know who may overhear you.
Never pay for work before it's completed.
Be willing to lose a battle in order to win the war.
Don't gossip.
Beware of the person who has nothing to lose.
When facing a difficult task, act as though it is impossible to fail. If you're going after Moby Dick, take along the tartar sauce.
Don't spread yourself too thin. Learn to say no politely and quickly.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Never underestimate the power of forgiveness.
Instead of using the word problem, try substituting the word opportunity.
Never walk out on a quarrel with your wife.
Regarding furniture and clothes: if you think you'll be using them five years or longer, buy the best you can afford.
Be bold and courageous. When you look back on your fife, you'll regret the things, you didn't do more than the ones you did.
Forget committees. New, noble, world-changing ideas always come from one person working alone.
Street musicians are a treasure. Stop for a moment and listen; then leave a small donation.
When faced with a serious health problem, get at least three medical opinions.
Wage war against littering.
After encountering inferior service, food or products, bring it to the attention of the person in charge. Good managers will appreciate knowing.
Don't procrastinate. Do what needs doing when it needs to be done.
Get your priorities straight. No one ever said on his deathbed, "Gee, if I'd only spent more time at the office."
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Don't be afraid to say "I'm sorry."
Make a list of 25 things you want to experience before you die. Carry it in your wallet and refer to it often.
Call your mother.
Condensed from 'Life's Little Instruction Book" H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
YEARS AGO, I read that it was the responsibility of parents not to pave the road for their children, but to provide a road map. So, as my son, Adam, prepared to leave for college, I jotted down a few words of counsel and put them in a dime-store binder. After his mother and I had helped him move into his dorm, I presented him with the bound pages. A few days later, Adam called me. "Dad," he said, the book is one of the best gifts I've ever received. I'm going to add to it and someday give it to my son." Every once in a while life hands you a moment so precious, so overwhelming, that you almost glow. I had just experienced one.
Here are the words I gave him.
Compliment three people each day.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year:
Overtip breakfast waitresses.
Look people in the eye.
Say "thank you" a lot.
Say "please" a lot.
Live beneath your means.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Treat everyone you meet as you want to be treated.
Donate two pints of blood every year.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Keep secrets.
Don't waste time learning the "tricks of the trade." Instead, learn the trade.
Admit your mistakes.
Be brave. Even if you're not, pretend to be. No one can tell the difference.
Choose a charity in your community and support it generously with your time and money.
Read the Bill of Rights.
Use credit cards only for convenience, never for credit.
Never cheat.
Give yourself a year and read the Bible cover to cover.
Learn to listen. Opportunity sometimes knocks very softly.
Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all he or she has.
Pray not for things, but for wisdom and courage.
Never take action when you're angry.
Have good posture. Enter a room with purpose and confidence.
Don't discuss business in elevators. You never know who may overhear you.
Never pay for work before it's completed.
Be willing to lose a battle in order to win the war.
Don't gossip.
Beware of the person who has nothing to lose.
When facing a difficult task, act as though it is impossible to fail. If you're going after Moby Dick, take along the tartar sauce.
Don't spread yourself too thin. Learn to say no politely and quickly.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Never underestimate the power of forgiveness.
Instead of using the word problem, try substituting the word opportunity.
Never walk out on a quarrel with your wife.
Regarding furniture and clothes: if you think you'll be using them five years or longer, buy the best you can afford.
Be bold and courageous. When you look back on your fife, you'll regret the things, you didn't do more than the ones you did.
Forget committees. New, noble, world-changing ideas always come from one person working alone.
Street musicians are a treasure. Stop for a moment and listen; then leave a small donation.
When faced with a serious health problem, get at least three medical opinions.
Wage war against littering.
After encountering inferior service, food or products, bring it to the attention of the person in charge. Good managers will appreciate knowing.
Don't procrastinate. Do what needs doing when it needs to be done.
Get your priorities straight. No one ever said on his deathbed, "Gee, if I'd only spent more time at the office."
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Don't be afraid to say "I'm sorry."
Make a list of 25 things you want to experience before you die. Carry it in your wallet and refer to it often.
Call your mother.
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