NUR 201 Test 11

NUR 201 Test 11
1. The criteria establishing nursing as a profession (FLEXNER)
Answer
-Nursing is composed of a well-defined body of general knowledge.
-Nursing is a recognized authority by a professional group.
- Nursing has a code of ethics
-Nursing is influenced by ongoing research
2. Abraham Flexner was one of the earliest scholars to suggest criteria of a profession.What
characteristics of a profession did he include?
Answer
Activities of a profession are based on a unique body of knowledge
3. What is the description of a profession
Answer
A profession requires a duty to serve and commitment
4. Accountability
Answer
Willingness to take credit and blame for actions.
5. autonomy
Answer
independence;self-determination
6. Altruism
Answer
unselfish regard for the welfare of others
7. What specific aspect of a profession does the development of theories provide?
Answer
Body of knowledge