Adult Nursing involves the specialized care and support provided to individuals typically aged 18 and above, addressing a spectrum of health needs and promoting overall well-being. In this field, nurses play a vital role in managing acute and chronic conditions, emphasizing a patient-centric approach that encompasses physical, emotional, and psychological dimensions. Assessment is a fundamental aspect of adult nursing, involving the systematic evaluation of a patient's health status. Nurses collaborate with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, administer treatments, and monitor responses, ensuring optimal recovery and health maintenance. Effective communication is essential, as adult nurses often serve as advocates for patients, facilitating informed decision-making and fostering a collaborative healthcare environment.
Preventive care is a cornerstone of adult nursing practice, encompassing health screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle counseling. Nurses strive to empower individuals to adopt healthy behaviors, manage risk factors, and make informed choices that contribute to long-term well-being. End-of-life care is another critical dimension within adult nursing, requiring sensitivity and empathy. Nurses support patients and their families during challenging times, providing comfort, managing symptoms, and promoting dignity in the final stages of life. In essence, adult nursing is a dynamic and multifaceted field that addresses the diverse healthcare needs of adults, from promoting health and preventing illness to managing complex medical conditions and offering compassionate end-of-life care.
Title : Nursing competence: Building the nursing interactive field in BSN students
Patricia M Burrell, Hawaii Pacific University, United States
Title : Research activity in emergency departments: A literature review of its impact on quality of care and patient satisfaction
Fabiola Sevilla Perez, University College of London Hospital, United Kingdom
Title : Factors influencing sustainability of newly qualified nurses in emergency departments: A literature review on stable workforce and retention
Bobby Garcia, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, United Kingdom
Title : Internet addiction and its effects on life style of the adolescents
Purnima Bejoy, GCON, India
Title : The mediating role of fear of contagion in the effect of nursing students perceptions of infectious diseases on their care behaviors
Ozcan Erdogan, Bezmialem Vakif University, Turkey
Title : Emotional intelligence approach in the digital era
Sofica Bistriceanu, EPCCS, APHC, Romania