NURSING PHILOSOPHIES (NIGHTINGALE, WATSON, AND BENNER)

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Florence Nightingale

Born on May 12, 1820, in Florence, Italy, to an affluent, upper class British family

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Florence Nightingale

Unlike most women of the Victorian era, she received a broad and rigorous education from her father, studying mathematics, languages, religion, and philosophy (subjects that profoundly shaped her later analytical approach to nursing

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Florence Nightingale

Her calling: At age 17, she recorded a divine "calling" from God to serve others. Defying societal expectations and her family's wishes, she rejected marriage proposals to pursue a career in nursing.

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Florence Nightingale

She formally completed her nursing training in 1851 at Kaiserwerth, Germany

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1854

the year the Secretary of War asked Nightingale to lead a group of 34 nurses to Scutari, Turkey, to care for wounded British soldiers.

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Florence Nightingale

She arrived to find horrific conditions (filth, contaminated water, and severe infections)

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Florence Nightingale

Immediately implemented strict sanitation protocols, dramatically improving the environment and reducing the mortality rate

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Florence Nightingale

Returning home as a hero, she used awarded funds to establish the world's first professional nursing schools at St. Thomas's Hospital and King's College Hospital in London

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Florence Nightingale

Wrote the book, "Notes on Nursing" which laid the foundation for nursing practice

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Florence Nightingale

Wrote between 15,000 and 20,000 letters and published several foundational texts, using data and strong arguments to force healthcare changes

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Florence Nightingale

worked into her 80s until she lost her vision.

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Florence Nightingale

died at age 90 on August 13, 1910

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Environmental Theory

The model places the client at the center, surrounded by various environmental factors, such as ventilation, noise, light, nutrition, variety, and bedding, that the nurse actively manages

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Environmental Theory

Deficiencies in environmental factors may lead to illness; but a nurturing environment can enable the body to repair itself

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Fresh air, pure water, efficient drainage, cleanliness or sanitation, and light or direct sunlight

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Environmental Theory

These were particularly significant during Nightingale's time, which was marked by poor sanitation and unreliability in patient care due to a lack of education among health workers

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Health of Houses

The overall health of houses and buildings affects well being [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Health of Houses

Requires pure air, pure water, efficient drainage, and adequate light [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Health of Houses

Accumulation of organic material poses a serious health threat [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Health of Houses

Sanitary waste disposal prevents contamination [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Health of Houses

Not only a nursing duty, but a matter of public health, and social responsibility [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Light

Direct sunlight has healing and purifying effects [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Light

improves mood and emotional well being [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Light

Dark spaces hinder recovery [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Sunlight

reduces the risk of illness [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Light

Nurses should position patients for sun exposure [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Ventilation & Warning

Fresh air is essential for recovery [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Ventilation & Warming

Air must be pure, not stagnant [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Ventilation & Warming

Avoid chilling drafts [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Ventilation & Warming

Nurses are expected to monitor the source of air [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Ventilation & Warming

Careful attention to the patient's body temperature [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Ventilation & Warming

Patient must be appropriately positioned in the room [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Noise

disrupts rest and sleep [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Noise

drains fragile patient energy [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Noise

unnecessary sounds are harmful [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Noise

A quiet environment promotes healing [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Noise

Nurses safeguard against disturbances [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Bed & Bedding

Bed should be placed in a bright area [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Bed & Bedding

Allow patients to view outdoors [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Bed & Bedding

Keep beddings clean, dry, and neat [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Bed & Bedding

Avoid unnecessary bed disturbance [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Bed & Bedding

Adjust patient position for comfort [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Variety

relives motonomy [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Variety

Use colors, forms, and scenery [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Variety

Mental stimulation aids recovery [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Variety

Reading, needlework, and writing encouraged [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Variety

Supports emotional and psychological health [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Cleanliness

Fundamental requirement for nursing [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Cleanliness

Nurses must maintain personal hygiene [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Cleanliness

Patients are kept neat, clean, & comfortable [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Cleanliness

Filth is often the source of disease [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Cleanliness

Pure water is essential for maintaining hygiene [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Nutrition

Proper diet is vital for healing [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Nutrition

Adequate intake, served at the right time [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Nutrition

Variety stimulates appetite [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Nutrition

Meals free from distractions aid digestion [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Nutrition

Nurses assess timing and effect of meals [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Chattering Hopes & Advices

Avoid giving false hope & unfounded advice [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Chattering Hopes & Advices

False reassurance depresses patients [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Chattering Hopes & Advices

Encourage truthful & uplifting words [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Chattering Hopes & Advices

Good news supports emotional well being [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Petty Management

Nurse ensures continuity of care [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Petty Management

Controls physical and emotional environment [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Petty Management

Protects patients from upsetting news [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Petty Management

Limits disruptive visitors and noise [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Petty Management

Maintains care standards even when absent [Major Concepts & Definitions in Nightingale's Theory]

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Person

referred to as the "patient" [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Person

The patient is the passive recipient of healthcare [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Person

Though passive, patients should perform self care when able [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Person

The patient's health is influenced by the environment [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Person

View holistically, incorporating physical, psychological, intellectual, and spiritual components [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Person

Deserves compassionate and individualizes care regardless of background [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Health

An "addictive process" driven by various factors where an individual optimally utilizes all available resources to lead a fulfilling life [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Health

Disease and illness are reparative mechanisms initiated by nature that provide an opportunity for spiritual growth [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Health nursing

refers to preventing disease and promoting well being through environmental control and social responsibility [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Sick nursing

refers to aiding recovery or supporting living better until a peaceful death [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Environment

encompasses everything in the patient's surroundings [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Environment

Identified five environmental components crucial to health: clean air, pure water, efficient drainage, cleanliness, and light [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Environment

Environmental improvements could positively impact the physical and mental well being of impoverished individuals [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Environment

Nurses play a pivotal role in ameliorating the social standing of the poor by enhancing their physical living conditions [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Nursing

The nurse's roles is to manipulate the environment to support healing [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Nursing

Every woman can nurse; professionals require training [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Nursing

The essence of nursing involves the proper use of air, light, warmth, cleanliness, quiet, & diet [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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Nursing

Nurses are keen observers and managers of patient care [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Nightingale]

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10 Clinical Caritas Processes

Humanistic_Altruistic Values, Faith_Hope, Sensitivity to Self and Others, Helping_Trusting Relationship, Expression of Feelings, Scientific Problem Solving (Decision Making), Interpersonal Teaching Learning, Supportive/Protective Environment, Gratification of Human Needs, Existential_Phenomenological Forces (Read the rest of the slides after this until the Implications for Nursing Research for more)

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Jean Watson

Born in Welch, West Virginia, She grew up in a supportive, extended family community environment

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Jean Watson

Graduated from the Lewis Gale School of Nursing in 1961. She then attended the University of Colorado, earning a BSN (1964), an MS in psychiatric mental health nursing (1966), and a PhD in educational psychology and counseling (1973)

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Jean Watson

served in multiple leadership roles at the University of Colorado School of Nursing, including chairperson, director of the PhD program, and Dean

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Jean Watson

in the 1980s, she established the nation's first interdisciplinary Center for Human Caring. She later found the Watson Caring Science Institute (WCSI)

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Watson's Theory of Transpersonal Caring

The theory centers on a deep, transpersonal caring relationship where the nurse connects with the patient beyond the ego self, reaching into the spirit and the broader universe

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Caring Moment

a focal point in space and time where both nurse and patient bring their unique life histories and decide how to be in the relationship. If transpersonal, it transcends time and space to open new paths for healing

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Watson's Theory of Transpersonal Caring

Watson asserts that nurses need to blend scientific knowledge with liberal arts to understand diverse cultures and provide holistic care

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Watson's Theory of Transpersonal Caring

Nurses require an intentional commitment (caritas consciousness) to protect human dignity and spiritual significance

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Watson's Theory of Transpersonal Caring

Prioritizes deep, respectful human connection over treating patients as objects ("I_thou" instead of "I_it")

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Watson's Theory of Transpersonal Caring

uses genuine presence and intuition to release blocked energy and awaken the patient's inner healer

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Watson's Theory of Transpersonal Caring

Emphasizes continuous personal growth, viewing the nurse's own life experiences as essential for deep compassion

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Person

Referred to as a human being, person, life, personhood, and self [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Watson]

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Person

Viewed holistically as an inseparable unity of mind, body, spirit, and nature [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Watson]

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Person

Persons are spiritual entities not bound by time or space [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Watson]

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Person

Constantly evolving towards a universal consciousness and Cosmic Love [Nursing Metaparadigm Concepts According to Watson]