Disciplinary Resource Guide for Nursing Students

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DISCIPLINARY RESOURCE

GUIDEA Guide for Nursing Students

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Disciplinary Resource Guide

I. Journals

A. Nursing Ethics

Nursing Ethics is an international peer-reviewed journal that comprise of

articles on ethical and legal issues related to nursing. As nursing is a very hands-on

career, in which you develop personal connections with and physically handle

patients, you must be very knowledgeable on how to do so properly. ou must be kept

up to date on changes in various regulations on patient care and handling.

B. American Journal of Nursing

The American Journal of Nursing ! AJN " is the oldest broad-based nursing

journal in the world. #t is a peer-reviewed journal that features evidence-based

articles, including original research and $# reports, case studies, and narratives. #t also

consists of other forms of media that relate to the field%such as artwork and poetry.

AJN &s mission is 'to promote e(cellence in nursing and health care through the

dissemination of evidence-based, peer-reviewed clinical information and original

research, discussion of relevant and controversial professional issues, adherence to

the standards of journalistic integrity and e(cellence, and promotion of nursing

perspectives to the health care community and the public.) *he journal is valuable to

nursing student because it incorporates real-world current events occurring in the

health field and widens the lens through which a nursing student navigates.

C. The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing


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The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing is a peer-reviewed publication. #t offers a site

for discussion of issues that are relevant to the health and medical field. *he journal

strives to present a variety of views on issues affecting nursing research, education, and

practice. #t encourages the comprehensive discussion of a topic in order for the reader to

reach the fullest understanding of the topic possible. +ecause of its largely electronic

nature, the journal has the advantage of being accessible virtually everywhere while still

being able to increase the range of topics in which a nurse can be knowledgeable. #t also

means that discussions by the readers can be more easily conducted.


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II. Critical Vocabulary

As a nursing major, there are terminologies with which you must familiarie

yourself. *here will be countless words that you will encounter sooner or later, here are

some of them

a. Acute/hronic

An illness can be either acute or chronic. An acute disease or condition

appears suddenly and will persist for a short time before it disappears. 0ith such a

condition, signs and symptoms will change !or worsen" rapidly. 1ome are less

serious, such as the common cold, but others, like a myocardial infarction%or a

heart attack%will re2uire urgent care. 3n the other hand, a chronic disease or

condition slowly develops and worsens slowly over time. 1ome can even last a

lifetime, such as ac2uired immunodeficiency syndrome !A#D1". Chronic diseases,

like osteoporosis, can cause an acute condition, like a broken bone. 0hereas an

acute condition, like a first asthma attack, can develop into chronic asthma.

#llnesses that are characteried as being between acute and chronic are known as

subacute.

b. Diagnostic #maging

Diagnostic imaging is a variety of methods during which diseases or

injuries can be detected, identified, and monitored. *hese methods are non-

invasive %meaning that no surgery is re2uired for the e(amination to be done%

and can produce images of anatomical structures in the patient&s body. 3ften,


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diagnostic imaging is used for the early detection of many health conditions in

order to prevent further, more e(pensive treatments andor surgeries.

*here are many types of diagnostic imaging (-rays, computed

tomography !/* or /A* scan", nuclear scans, magnetic resonance imaging !4R#

scan" or nuclear magnetic resonance !54R scan", and ultrasound.

• 6-rays are the most basic type of diagnostic imaging and use a

type of radiation called electromagnetic waves. #t produces images

ranging from black to white7 this is due to the fact that different

tissues or structures absorb different amounts of radiation. 3ften it

is used to check for bone injuries, but it is also used for procedures

such as mammograms.

• /* scans produce cross-sectional images of the patient&s body. #t is

used for the study of bone injuries, cancers, blood clots, signs of

heart disease, and internal hemorrhages.

• 5uclear scans use a special camera to detect radioactivity in the

body. +efore the procedure, the patient is given a small amount of

radioactive material either in a form that can be injected,

swallowed, or inhaled. *hey can help with the diagnoses of

cancers, injuries, and infections.

• 4R# scans use a large magnet and radio waves to produce images

of internal anatomical structures. *hey help with the diagnoses of

various conditions, such as tumors and torn ligaments.

• 8ltrasound uses high fre2uency sound waves to look at internal

structures of the body and does not e(pose the patient to radiation.

A transducer is moved over part of the body7 it sends out sound


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dialysate via the catheter . *he blood stays in the blood vessels but the dialysate

draws e(tra fluids and waste out of the blood.

d. istory of present illness !B#"

*he !istory of resent Illness, or !I , is used for the description of the

symptoms or problems from the time of the onset of the condition or since the

previous talk with the doctor. An !I can be done by interviewing or simply

asking the patient a series of 2uestions. Cight elements is kept in mind in order to

make the process more efficient onset, location, duration, character or symptoms,

aggravating factors, relieving factors, timing, and severity. *his process helps the

diagnoses be more accurate in finding the specific condition, its causes, and thus

its treatments.

e. ypertensionypotension

!ypertension, more commonly known as high blood pressure, is a

condition in which the force of blood against artery walls is high enough that the

tissue that compose the walls of the artery gets stretched beyond its limit. *he

more blood the heart pumps and the narrower the arteries, the higher the blood

pressure. /ontinuous hypertension leads to damage to the heart and arteries and

may eventually cause heart attack or stroke. !ypotension, or lo" blood pressure,

in some people can cause diiness and fainting. #ts causes varies from

dehydration to serious disorders.

f. #nflammation


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Inflammation occurs as a response to tissue injury. 1igns of an

inflammatory response include redness, heat, swelling, and pain. #ocal

inflammation occurs when tissue is injured and inflammation mediators

!histamine, prostaglandins, and kinkins" are released. 1ubse2uent reactions then

occur blood vessels dilate which increases blood flow to the site as well as

produce redness and heat7 blood vessel walls increase in permeability resulting in

the increase of blood proteins at the site to form fibrous capsule around it and an

increase of fluid at the site which dilutes the irritant but is a source of pain7 and

chemota$is which is the direct movement of white blood cells to the site. All of

these processes increase the count of white blood cells at and around the site in

order to increase phagocytosis.

%ever is a systemic inflammation. Inflammation mediators cause the brain

to increase the body temperature. An increase in body temperature kills or at least

inhibits the pathogens and is believed to enhance the activity of the immunity

system.

g. Balpitation

alpitation, or heart palpitation, is a noticeably hard, fast, or irregular

heartbeat. 3ften they are not serious and are caused by stress, an(iety, or

consumption of stimulants !e(. caffeine and nicotine". owever, palpitations can

also be a sign of a serious heart disease. 3ther causes include vigorous e(ercise,

specific medical conditions !e(. thyroid disease and anemia", hormonal changes

during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause, and certain medications !e(. diet

pills and asthma inhalers".


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h. Bathology

athology is a branch of medical science in which the e(aminations of

anatomical structures and bodily substances are used in order to make a diagnosis

of a disease or medical condition. *here are two main types of pathology %

anatomical pathology and clinical pathology. Anatomical pathology relies on the

diagnosis of disease based on the e(amination of tissues, organs, and even whole

bodies. Clinical pathology relies on bodily fluids like blood and urine for the

diagnosis of disease. +oth of these divisions have their respective subfields. *he

practice of both anatomical and clinical pathology is referred to as general

pathology.

i. Review of systems !R31"

&evie" of 'ystems, or &O' , is an inventory of the body systems obtained

by asking the patient a series of 2uestions pertaining to the signs andor symptoms

they are e(periencing or has e(perienced. *he systems include constitutional

symptoms !like fever or weight changes", eyes, ears, and throat.

*here are three types of &O' %problem pertinent, e(tended, and complete.

A problem pertinent &O' asks about the system directly related to the diagnosis

from the !I !see above". An e$tended &O' asks about the system directly related

to the diagnosis from the !I and a limited number of the other body systems. A

complete &O' asks about the system directly related to the diagnosis from the

!I and all the other body systems.

j. 1ubjective


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'ub(ective is a term used to describe symptoms that are perceived only by

the patient and are not evident to the e(aminer. *he most common sub(ective

symptom is pain%such as headaches.


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III. Organizations

A. 1igma *heta *au #nternational !1**# or EF" onor 1ociety of 5ursing

1igma *heta *au #nternational is the second-largest nursing organiation

in the world. #t has about :@:,


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organiation also offers more than J?;KL, Association of Bediatric 3ncology 5urses !AB35" came

to be7 it became incorporated in >;KH. 1ince most members cared for hematology

in addition to oncology patients, they voted to become AB35, or Association of

Bediatric ematology3ncology 5urses, in ?


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5ational 1tudent 5urses Association !515A" and welcomed its first 515A

member in ?


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IV. Employment Opportunities

>. 5urse Registrar !1ilver 1pring, 4D" %

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• /ompetent user of 4icrosoft 3ffice products

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to travel, with multiple overnight stays and weekends

?. Bediatric #ntensive /are 8nit 5urseB#/8 R5 !5ew ork, 5" % httpwww.e(ecu-

search.comjob-seekers?L>:?>ealth1ervices-ealthcareN

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Description • /onducts an individualied patient assessment, prioritiing the data

collection based on the infant or childs immediate condition or needs

within timeframe specified by client facilitys policies, procedures or

protocols

• /onducts ongoing assessments as determined by the infant or childs

condition andor the client facilitys policies, procedures or protocols

and re-priorities care accordingly

• Develops plan of care that is individualied for the infant or child

reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare teamQualifications Education

• 51 Registered 5urse !R5" license

• +1 and BA1 certification

E!perience

• ?S years of previous working e(perience within a Bediatric #ntensive

/are 8nit !B#/8"

"#ills

• Batient oriented

• Great interpersonal skills

• C(cellent communication skills !written and verbal"

• 1trong attention to detail

• ighly organied

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/urrent 5B Iurnishing icense and verification of e(perience to

furnish !if applicable"

E!perience

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*hree or more years 3ncology e(perience• >-@ yrs. related e(perience as 5urse Bractitioner

"#ills

• Bossesses the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to successfully

perform the duties of the assigned position

• *he fle(ibility to orient and work at all 8/1I 4edical /enter

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V. "tyle $uide

As a nursing major and for papers written for the field of nursing, the ABA style

guide is followed. *he format is as follows

> *he *itle Bage

? *he Abstract

@ *he #ntroduction

L *he iterature Review !if applicable"

: *he +ody of the Baper !Results, Discussions"

H *he /onclusion

K *he Reference Bage

3ther important considerations are also incorporated in an ABA style paper. *hese

include >-inch margins on all sides, >?-point *imes Roman font, double space

throughout, paragraph indent is :-K spaces, page numbers > inch from upper right corner

of every page including the cover page, first ?-@ words of the paper : spaces to the left of

the page number as running header on every page including the cover page.

#n-te(t citations follow special rules as well. #f a 2uote is a formal part of a

sentence, the citation must be put in parentheses in the sentence '4althus !>K;9" based

his theory on two assumptionsV) #f the citation is not a formal part of the sentence, it is

put in parentheses after the sentence and before the period '*he '3ut of Africa) thesis is

informally used for the theory that !omo sapiens emerged in east Africa and then

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References are on their own page and are formatted as a hanging indent, in which

the first line of each reference is flush left but the rest are indented. Ior e(ample


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%eferences

>. adjiliadis, D. !n.d.". Acute vs. chronic conditions. #n 1edline plus. 54 5ational

ibrary of 4edicine. Retrieved Iebruary ??, ?H.

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>@. 4andal, A. !?L, 1eptember 9". 0hat is BathologyN Retrieved Iebruary ?:, ?H, from

httpwww.news-medical.nethealth0hat-is-Bathology.asp(>L. Department of ealth and uman 1ervices. !n.d.". Cvaluation and 4anagement 1ervices

Guide.>:. Iarle(. !n.d.". 1ubjective ZDef. >[. #n *he Iree Dictionary. Retrieved Iebruary ?:, ?H,

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