Nightingale's Environmental Theory

Where and when was Florence Nightingale born

May 12, 1820, in Florence Italy

What age did Florence Nightingale feel the “calling” to fulfill a useful role in society

age 17

What age did Florence Nightingale decide to be a nurse

age 31

In 1851, for 3 months, she trained as a nurse in a hospital in

Kaiserworth Germany

She viewed nursing as based on shaping the environment nourishing patients and maintaining their energy. She also suggested what is not nursing: nursing is not defined or formed by medical decisions

Florence Nightingale

Fresh air, air circulation, proper room temperature

Ventilation & Warmth

Provide adequate amount of light, preferably sunlight.

Light

Maintain a clean and hygienic environment to prevent infection

Cleanliness

Sanitary condition where the patient is staying

Health of Houses

Minimize unnecessary noise.

Noise

Keep the bed clean, dry, and comfortable to prevent bed sores, and be comfortable.

Bed & Bedding

Patient hygiene, dry and clean.

Personal Cleanliness

Monitor the quantity and quality of food and liquids consumed by the patient

Taking Food

Provide mental situation and change scenery to avoid boredom and depression.

Variety

Avoid giving false assurances to patients.

Chattering Hopes & Devices

Always consider what you say to your patient.

Social Considerations

Observe and record everything about the patient.

Observation of the Sick

We have to attend to small details of care.

Petty Management