...Running head: OCCUPATIONAL STRESS AFFECTS MENTAL HEALTH How occupational stress affects mental health Dayana Fornaris Florida National College April 15, 2011 Abstract This research paper gives us a brief idea about how occupational stress affects mental health. It describes how occupational stress has become a serious health issue, not just in terms of an individual’s mental and physical well being, but also for employers as well who had begin to feel the financial consequences of work stress. Occupational stress can be defined as the harmful physical and emotional responses that occur when the requirements of the job do not match the capabilities of the worker. However, occupational stress can be an extremely difficult construct to define. There are certain factors that contribute to work stress like for example working long hours beyond your control; Finding it hard to say no to a task for fear of losing future work, frustration and feeling undervalued at work. This can lead to stress and tension. How occupational stress affects mental health Stress has been defined in a number of ways and the range of stress management techniques is even wider still. Essentially what most people understand by 'stress' is a physiological or psychological response to external stressors that goes beyond what is accepted as normal. Maybe 'strain' would have been a better word. Limited external stresses produce a response, a 'strain’, which...
Words: 1303 - Pages: 6
...Political Action Awareness Paper NUR 587 January 19, 2015 Dr. Cydney Mullen Political Action Awareness Paper The American Nurses Association is a professional organization that has a distinct voice in the political arena. It is recognized both at state and national levels. This organization is one of the very best to belong for the practicing nurse as they are at the center of many health care issues that affect nurses directly. Nurse Leaders and Political Organizations Regulation of nursing licensure in the United States has traditionally been a state-based function in which each state regulates the health care workforce within its geographic boundaries (National Council of State Boards of Nursing, 2015). Nurses practicing within a state or territory are required to be licensed by the jurisdiction in which they practice. However, with so many advances in technology, practice is no longer limited by these boundaries. The use of telephone triage and air transport nursing are just a few examples of how nursing practice is crossing state lines, either physically or via technologies (American Nurses Association, 2015). According to the American Nurses Association (2015), “In 1997, the National Council for State Board for Nursing (NCSBN), a private association of state regulatory agencies, proposed a mutual recognition model of nursing licensure, referred to as the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)”(para. 3). Political Actions and Awareness The model is an agreement between...
Words: 564 - Pages: 3
...A Nursing Professional Organization The National Association of Hispanic Nursing Name College Abstract This research paper is on The Nurse Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN). I will explain the primary mission of this organization and it’s contributing factor and benefits to nursing. The impact of the organization on the community, the political stand point and supportive issues it has on nursing, the resources it provides on the web and to health professionals and the public, the choices for scholarship and continuing education, if any local chapters are located in the community and participation is allowed, my consideration of joining this organization, and advantages and disadvantages of participating in this nursing organization. A Nursing Professional Organization The Nursing Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) is a non-profit nursing organization that was founded in 1975 to address the needs of the Hispanic nurses. Its mission is “committed to advancing the health in Hispanic communities and to lead, promote and advocate the educational, professional, and leadership opportunities for Hispanic nurses”. (National Association of Hispanic Nursing, 2013) The NAHN focus is on improving the health and quality nursing services of the Hispanic community. This organization contributes to the practice of nursing and the community by providing an opportunity to the nurses to incorporate in the analysis and evaluation of the community needs. They design and promote...
Words: 815 - Pages: 4
...in relation to your development in the Nursing field, one will have to define these two terminologies. Personal development means to include activities that improve awareness, can develop potential that will ultimately enhance the quality of life. Medical colleges advocate personal development plans as a basis for continuing professional development. Whereas, reflective reasoning is where a nurse can apply learning and insights of others into their own work. In nursing courses students learn through lecture and discussion, which is the primary method for teaching theoretical principles, but when you add a more complete understanding of the relationship between theory and practice one may become a more competent nurse. Awareness of issues and analysis of knowledge and feelings are some stages that are involved in reflection but then identification and integration of new learning is needed as well. By consciously engaging in their own and others reflection it is believed that the level of professional interaction will improve. Motivation, one issue bound to crop up in ones work life, as well as leadership and of course managing conflict these are some issues when speaking of personal development. The ability to reflect upon us is a valuable part of human life, insisted Taylor (2000). Reflection and reflective practice are claimed to enhance professional development, link theory and practice, promote critical thinking, lead to self-awareness and understanding, empower practitioners...
Words: 921 - Pages: 4
...Human Trafficking: The need for nursing advocacy by Barbara Glickstein. Neil A Onyeukpere According to Barbara Glickstein, “human trafficking is a serious crime and [global] human right tragedy” (Manson et al, 2012, p.735). Approximately 12.3 million are projected to be victims, whereas their perpetrators harvest over $32 billion as profit according to International Labor Organization Statistics (ILO, 2009). Glickstein believes that nurses have a part to play in the effort to this human tragedy through human trafficking awareness campaign, in addition to and teaching skills for detecting victims of human trafficking. Again, the issue of human trafficking is universal including the United States. Countless victims are transported into the country as caretakers, housekeepers, janitors, and restaurant workers only to be transformed into sex commodities slaves in numerous cases. The myth about human trafficking poses a challenging for societies to recognize the severity of the problem. One of such myths is the belief that it is only an international problem, motivated by poor living conditions in many countries, and that it is only a sex trade, but in actuality, it is a huge worldwide scourge (Mason et al, 2012). Human trafficking is an overall health matter with the implication of increasing sexual transmitted diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis, progress of psychological disorder including drug misuse, suicidal predispositions subsequent to socio economic problems (Manson...
Words: 913 - Pages: 4
...in relation to your development in the Nursing field, one will have to define these two terminologies. Personal development means to include activities that improve awareness, can develop potential that will ultimately enhance the quality of life. Medical colleges advocate personal development plans as a basis for continuing professional development. Whereas, reflective reasoning is where a nurse can apply learning and insights of others into their own work. In nursing courses students learn through lecture and discussion, which is the primary method for teaching theoretical principles, but when you add a more complete understanding of the relationship between theory and practice one may become a more competent nurse. Awareness of issues and analysis of knowledge and feelings are some stages that are involved in reflection but then identification and integration of new learning is needed as well. By consciously engaging in their own and others reflection it is believed that the level of professional interaction will improve. Motivation, one issue bound to crop up in ones work life, as well as leadership and of course managing conflict these are some issues when speaking of personal development. The ability to reflect upon us is a valuable part of human life, insisted Taylor (2000). Reflection and reflective practice are claimed to enhance professional development, link theory and practice, promote critical thinking, lead to self-awareness and understanding, empower practitioners...
Words: 921 - Pages: 4
...years’ policies such as stop smoking, how to survive cancer, saving lives, and so on have not only created awareness amongst the population but also improve the health of certain sections of different communities. One of such policies is the ‘Vision 2020- focusing on the future of district nurses.’ This essay will focus on one aspect of this policy, (Compassion in relation to End of Life Care) and analyse how it influences current and future practice. It will critically analyse the economic, political and philosophical underpinnings of the policy, and appraise the ethical and moral implication for practice whilst drawing on appropriate principles, theories and frameworks. A conclusion will be drawn which will justify the formation of the policy. Vision 2020 emerged as consequence of health care establishments frugal activities. In certain cases patient were routinely neglected by Trust pre-occupied with cutting cost, that they lost sight of the fundamental responsibility to provide compassionate care. The policy published in January 2013 has 6 main aspects of fundamental care, which are, compassion, care, competence, courage, commitments, and communication. Compassion within the end of life care involves the use of the Liverpool care pathway (LCP) as incorporated in the Gold Standard Framework for end of life care. Compassion is defined as a way of living with an awareness of one’s relationship to deal with others (Reach 1992, p 58, cited in Wilmot (2003) It is particularly distinguished...
Words: 3384 - Pages: 14
...Nursing Science INTRODUCTION Short Overview of History of Nursing Education Nurse education expands to empirical and theoretical frameworks introduced to future nurses and aimed at preparing them for completing tasks in a nursing care unit. The education is also introduced to nursing students by professional nurses and other medical experts who have been taught to accomplish a range of educational tasks. Previously, prior to the development of the theoretical foundations proposed by Florence Nightingale, nursing was considered purely from a medical viewpoint, which involved medical intervention and treatment. Further investigations and development of nursing education has been largely influenced by other disciplines, including ethics, morale, and philosophy which teaches future nurse to perceive persons not only as patients with certain disorders, but as holistic beings whose concerns also depend on their social, cultural, and political backgrounds. Contemporary arrangements also focus on the development of the balance between practical implications and theoretical foundation to shape a new patient-centered vision on nursing and health care. Purpose Statement The main purpose of this paper is to trace the shifts in nursing education, starting from the development of Nightingale’s model and focusing on the present underpinnings and alterations in nurses’ training. Florence Nightingale Concepts and Frameworks With the advent of Nightingale’s concepts in nursing, a rigid...
Words: 978 - Pages: 4
...EUROPEAN NURSING MODULE - REFLECTIVE DIARY “I never travel without my diary. One should always have something sensational to read on the train”. (Oscar Wilde) THE BROAD AIMS OF THE MODULE · To develop students’ understanding of the concept of culture. · To develop the students’ understanding of European and professional cultural issues which will promote and enhance health care by individuals practising in a range of settings. · To enable students to recognise the international dimension of professional nursing knowledge and health care. · To develop the students’ awareness, understanding and acceptance of cultural differences. · To develop the students’ awareness of and respect for clients’ individual cultures. · To develop the students’ understanding of the influence of historical, philosophical, ethical, economic, political and professional factors on their own and others’ professional culture. · To develop the students’ awareness of professional culture and role, and an increasing awareness of their own cultural identity. As a way of enabling you to achieve this, you are expected to keep a reflective diary. If you are unsure about your ability or motivation to do this, the above quote by Oscar Wilde may inspire you to write. You may not feel that you have anything sensational to write but you will be surprised how interesting you will find what you have written when you look back. The diary is a vehicle for collecting information and responses to...
Words: 1047 - Pages: 5
...change their life styles to achieve a state of optimal health. Optimal health involves a well balance of physical, emotion, social, intellectual and spiritual state. Health promotion is any plan combination of educational, political, regulatory and organizational supports for actions and conditions of living conducive to the health of individual, groups or communities (Green and Kreuter, 2004). The main purpose of health promotion is to make the public capable of taking care of their health properly and also to take preventive measures from worsening of disease. Health promotion improves the health condition of individuals, public to have a good quality of life. It reduces premature deaths, also focuses on disease prevention, which helps the individual and nation from spending a lot on medical treatment. Health promotion aims at learning capabilities and intentional action that individual takes on their own health, health for others and the common betterment of the community. As a largest group of health professional, nurses have the wider responsibility to promote health to the individual and thus the community. Nurses render more direct care to the patients and so have more chances to give proper health education to patients and their families. Nursing is a profession that promotes education. Health promotion has become more important and in practice now compared to the past. Nurses as educators and in research setting can participate in the full achievement of health promotion...
Words: 925 - Pages: 4
...Journal of Transcultural Nursing http://tcn.sagepub.com/ Standards of Practice for Culturally Competent Nursing Care : 2011 Update Marilyn K. Douglas, Joan Uhl Pierce, Marlene Rosenkoetter, Dula Pacquiao, Lynn Clark Callister, Marianne Hattar-Pollara, Jana Lauderdale, Jeri Milstead, Deena Nardi and Larry Purnell J Transcult Nurs 2011 22: 317 DOI: 10.1177/1043659611412965 The online version of this article can be found at: http://tcn.sagepub.com/content/22/4/317 Published by: http://www.sagepublications.com On behalf of: Transcultural Nursing Society Additional services and information for Journal of Transcultural Nursing can be found at: Email Alerts: http://tcn.sagepub.com/cgi/alerts Subscriptions: http://tcn.sagepub.com/subscriptions Reprints: http://www.sagepub.com/journalsReprints.nav Permissions: http://www.sagepub.com/journalsPermissions.nav Citations: http://tcn.sagepub.com/content/22/4/317.refs.html >> Version of Record - Sep 26, 2011 What is This? Downloaded from tcn.sagepub.com by Marty Douglas on September 27, 2011 412965 ouglas et al.Journal of Transcultural Nursing TCN22410.1177/1043659611412965D Commentary Journal of ranscultural Nursing T 22(4) 317–333 © The Author(s) 2011 Reprints and permission: sagepub.com/journalsPermissions.nav DOI: 10.1177/1043659611412965 http://tcn.sagepub.com Standards of Practice for Culturally Competent Nursing Care: 2011 Update Marilyn K. Douglas, DNSc, RN, FAAN1, Joan...
Words: 12731 - Pages: 51
...process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve their health. Health promotion represents a comprehensive social and political process, it not only embraces actions directed at strengthening the skills and capabilities of individuals, but also action directed towards changing social, environmental and economic conditions so as to alleviate their impact on public and individual health. Health promotion is the process of enabling people to increase control over the determinants of health and thereby improve their health. Participation is essential to sustain health promotion action. The Ottawa Charter identifies three basic strategies for health promotion. These are advocacy for health to create the essential conditions for health indicated above; enabling all people to achieve their full health potential; and mediating between the different interests in society in the pursuit of health. These strategies are supported by five priority action areas as outlined in the Ottawa Charter for health promotion: * Build healthy public policy * Create supportive environments for health * Strengthen community action for health * Develop personal skills, and * Re-orient health services The Jakarta Declaration on Leading Health Promotion into the 21st Century from July 1997 confirmed that these strategies and action areas are relevant for all countries. Furthermore, there is clear evidence that: *...
Words: 3661 - Pages: 15
...Within the African American community two social structures seem to influence the well-being of the community. Those two social structures include human care by friends, kin, and family, and spiritual and religious practices to help promote health and well-being. It is within these two social structures where the community seems to get the majority of their information regarding health and health care practices. Understanding the African American culture and what is comprised in that culture will help develop a better plan of care. Efficient and effective care is the ultimate goal as nurse practitioners. Developing a plan of care that encompasses all aspects of a community will likely give the patient better outcomes. African American's (AA) have many aspects that are consistent across their culture. They share a sense of community, a sense of hospitality, a sacredness of life, respect and authority of elders, and a sacredness of religion (African Cultureal Values). A popular proverb sums up the African sense of community "go the way that many people go; if you go alone, you will have reason to lament" (ACV). The community offers the person the psychological and ultimate security as it gives its members both physical and ideological identity (ACV). When it comes to AA being part of a community is better than being alone and they value life above all other. Any form of materialism which ultimately leads to the destruction of life is alien and destructive of the culture (ACV)....
Words: 970 - Pages: 4
...Medical College for the training of physicians. It was one of the first medical universities in the United States. In 1955 it was expanded into the Medical University of South Carolina, the medical center it is today, providing health care and training health professionals is areas of pharmacy, nursing, medicine, graduate studies, health professions, and dental medicine. MUSC is a not for profit organization serving millions of people in South Carolina and surrounding states with over 12000 employees and training approximately 2600 health care professionals every year according to the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Administration website. The Mission of MUSC is to improve health and maximize quality of life through education, research and patient care. They have the Vision to be nationally recognized as a Premier Academic Medical Center and to be a leading and transformative Academic Health Center being recognized as top 25 among academic medical centers. According to the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Administration website, MUSC has the following seven objectives or strategies to reach the vision of becoming a top 25 medical center: Integration, brand awareness, access, growth, partnership, infrastructure, and health IT. The integration objective will be obtained by building on the strength of the current health care...
Words: 4750 - Pages: 19
...abuse or use of physical force is found in 25 percent of cases. The U.S. Department of Justice estimates more than half a million of our nation’s elders are mistreated each year, of course the numbers may be three times higher since few cases of abuse are reported or investigated (Axmaker, 2003). Experts estimate the number of older adults who are mistreated annually at more than two million (Swagerty, 1999, p.2804). A U.S. National Elder Abuse Incidence Study confirmed that reported elder abuse cases are only the "tip of the iceberg" (National Center on Elder Abuse, 2003). The study also shown that two-thirds of the offenders were adult children or spouses. Additionally, elders are being abused in nursing homes, hospitals, or other institutions; in one study, 36 percent of nursing home staff stated that they had witnessed at least one physical abuse incident with an elderly patient (Nelson, 2002). Clearly, elder mistreatment or abuse of the elderly is a growing social occurrence. Unfortunately, our elder population is considered to be easy targets because they are perceived to be fragile and defenseless. Elder abuse is defined as representing all types of abusive behavior or mistreatment toward an older adult; this includes acts that are intentional or unintentional. Abuse takes many forms ranging from financial exploitation, scams, physical acts of violence, along with neglect and psychological abuse. There is no common pattern of elder abuse, acts can be performed by random...
Words: 2493 - Pages: 10
