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Management of Nursing Services and Education - E-Book

Management of Nursing Services and Education - E-Book

Clement I

(2015)

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Abstract

Providing quality content on management and education in the current health care settings, this book is particularly useful for the students of B.Sc. nursing (4th year), where the nurses have to manage patients and simultaneously provide nursing services in an effective manner.
This text provides comprehensive coverage of all the important processes and techniques that are important for training and development of nurses as good administrators.
Strictly as per the INC syllabus
Comprehensive and exhaustive coverage yet concise and well structured
Dual treatment of concepts: theoretical and applied
Lucid style with easy language for ease of comprehension
Student-friendly style of presentation: short sentences, bulleted lists, and ample number of tables, figures and charts
End-of-chapter questions including multiple-choice questions, especially included keeping in view the examination perspective
New to the Second Edition
New concepts/techniques of management added in several chapters
Updated information added in a number of chapters
Outdated content has been replaced with new up-to-date information
An altogether new look and feel provided to the book

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Front Cover Cover
Management of nursing services and education second edition iii
Copyright page iv
Preface to the second edition v
Preface to the first edition vii
Acknowledgements ix
Table of contents xi
1 Introduction 1
Introduction 2
1 Introduction to management in nursing 3
Introduction 3
Concepts of management 3
Definitions of management 3
Definitions of nursing management 4
Need for management 5
Characteristics and nature of management (figs. 1.1 and 1.2) 5
Scope of management 7
Functional areas 7
An interdisciplinary approach 8
Principles of management 8
Fayol’s 14 principles of management 8
Levels of management 10
Top-level management 10
Importance of the top management 10
Middle-level management 11
Duties of the middle-level management 11
Lower-level management 12
Important functions of supervisor 12
Management as a profession 12
Functions of management 13
POSDCORB 13
Management techniques 13
Social responsibilities of the manager 15
Components or areas of social responsibility 15
Towards owners of enterprise 15
Towards workers 16
Towards consumers 16
Towards society 16
Towards the weaker section of the society 16
Towards the government 16
Towards the economic policy of the state 17
Ethical issues of management 17
Management theories 17
Human relations management 18
The leadership theory (fig. 1.7) 18
The great man theory/trait 18
Behavioural theories 18
Situational and contingency theories 20
Contemporary theories 20
Interactional leadership theory 20
Transformational leadership 21
Integrating leadership and management skills 21
The nurse as a manager of the health care delivery system 22
Qualities of a nurse manager 22
Roles of a nurse manager (fig. 1.8) 22
Factors involved in good ward management 23
Responsibilities of a nurse manager 24
Integration of nursing services and education 24
Objectives of integration 25
Role of nurse educator 25
Role of nurse manager 25
Goals of integration 25
Challenges in bridging the gap 25
Role of Dean in integration 25
Conclusion 26
Review questions 26
Multiple-choice questions 26
Answers of multiple-choice questions 27
Further reading 27
2 Management process 29
Introduction 30
2 Planning 32
Introduction 32
Concept of planning 33
Definitions of planning 33
Mission of planning 34
Philosophy of planning 34
Principles of planning (fig 2.2) 34
Objectives of planning 36
Importance of planning 36
Components of planning 36
Planning levels in management 37
Directional planning 37
Administrative planning 37
Operational planning 37
Strategic Planning 37
Operational Planning 38
Characteristics and nature of planning 38
Essentials of a good plan 39
Advantages of planning 40
Limitations or disadvantages of planning 41
Classification of planning 42
Planning Methods 42
Standing or repeated-use plans 42
Single-use plans 43
Factors influencing planning 43
Objectives 43
Advantages of objectives 43
Policies 43
Characteristics of a good policy (fig. 2.7) 44
Guidelines for effective policy making 44
Procedures 45
Important features of procedures 45
Methods 45
Rules 45
Strategy 45
Definitions and characteristics of strategy 45
Conclusion 46
Review questions 46
Multiple-choice-questions 46
Answers of Multiple-Choice Questions 47
Further Reading 47
3 Staffing 48
Introduction 48
Definitions of staffing 48
Mission 48
Objectives of staffing 49
Philosophy of staffing 49
Human resources 49
Importance of the staffing function 50
Staff study 50
Norms and activities 51
Recommendations of the staff inspection unit 51
Patient classification system 52
Importance of patient classification system 53
Types of patient classification systems 53
Factor evaluation system 53
Common care descriptor 53
Diagnostic-related groups 54
Scheduling/duty roster 54
Purposes of scheduling 55
Principles of planning duty roster 55
Methods of scheduling 55
Modified work week 55
Scheduling with nursing management information system 56
Duty roster 56
Specific scheduling policies in duty roaster 57
Steps in planning the duty roster 57
Holidays 57
Guide to compiling duty roster (part A) 57
Guide to compiling duty roster (part B) 58
Review questions 58
Multiple-choice questions 58
Answers of multiple-choice questions 59
Further reading 59
4 Human resource management 60
Introduction 60
Definitions of HRM 60
Objectives of HRM 62
Human resources planning 63
Meaning of HRP 63
Definitions of HRP 63
Process of HRP 64
Functions of HRP 64
Recruitment 66
Meaning and definition 66
Intention and importance of recruitment 66
Recruitment methods 67
Factors determining recruitment 67
Recruitment policy 67
Manpower forecasting 67
Methods of recruitment (fig. 4.7) 68
Selection procedure 68
Steps of selection procedures (fig. 4.8) 69
Types of interviews 69
Placement 70
Effective placement 70
Orientation of new staff 71
Objectives of orientation 71
Activities of orientation programme 71
Components of the orientation programme (fig. 4.10) 72
Training 72
Reasons for training (fig. 4.11) 73
Important objectives of training 73
Characteristics of training programme 73
Stages of training 74
Benefits of training 74
Staff deployment 75
Effective deployment of staff 75
Important considerations in deployment 75
Advantages of staff deployment 76
Efficient mode of staff deployment 76
Checklist for effective deployment 76
Retaining staff 77
Various ways to retain staff 77
Importance of staff retention 77
Advantages 77
Staff promotion 78
Definitions 78
Purposes of promotion 78
Different kinds of promotion 78
Purposes of promotion 79
Basis of promotion 79
Demotion 80
Definition 80
Causes of demotion 80
Deployment policies and protocols 80
Superannuation 80
Benefits of superannuation 80
Conclusion 81
Review questions 81
Multiple-choice questions 82
Answers of multiple-choice questions 82
Further reading 82
5 Budgeting 83
Introduction 83
Definitions of budget 83
Purpose of a budget 83
Types of budgets (fig. 5.1) 84
Principles of budgeting (fig. 5.2) 85
Importance of budget 86
Essential requisition for budget 86
Steps in budgeting 87
Functions of a budget 87
Advantages of budgeting process 87
Limitations of budgeting process 88
Disadvantages of budgeting 89
Cost–benefit analysis 89
Techniques of cost–benefit analysis 89
Limitations 89
Auditing 90
Meaning/definition of audit 90
Objectives of audit 90
Methods of auditing 90
Continuous audit 90
Final audit 90
Periodical audit 90
Balance sheet 91
Interior audit 91
Advantages of nursing audit 91
Disadvantages of nursing audit 91
Nursing audit 91
Definitions of nursing audit 91
Types of nursing auditing (fig. 5.4) 92
Purposes of nursing audit 92
Objectives of nursing audit 92
Characteristics of audit 92
Benefits of audit (fig. 5.5) 92
Nursing auditors 93
Conclusion 93
Review questions 94
Multiple-choice questions 94
Answers of multiple-choice questions 94
Further reading 95
6 Material management 96
Introduction 96
Definitions of material management 96
Efficient material management 96
Principles and purpose of material management 97
Principles of material management 97
Purpose of material management 98
Process of material management 98
Decentralized purchase 99
Centralized purchase 99
Group purchase 99
Advantages 99
Disadvantages 99
Types of materials 99
Supplies and equipment 100
Differences in type and quantity of equipment 101
Replacement 101
Inventory control 101
Definitions 101
Objectives of inventory 102
Steps in inventory control 102
Functions of inventory control 103
Principles of inventory management 103
Advantages 103
Disadvantages 103
Procurement 103
Objectives of procurement system 103
Procurement cycle 103
Procedures in the procurement process and negotiation strategies 104
Prerequisites for procurement of equipment 104
Criteria for storage 104
Conclusion 104
Review questions 105
Multiple-choice questions 105
Answers of multiple-choice questions 105
Further reading 105
7 Direction (leading) 107
Introduction 107
Definitions of direction 107
Characteristics of direction 108
Importance of direction 109
Principles of direction 109
Techniques of direction (fig. 7.3) 110
Elements of direction 110
Issusing orders 111
Characteristics of good orders 111
Importance of direction 112
Conclusion 112
Review questions 112
Multiple-choice questions 112
Answers of multiple-choice questions 113
Further reading 113
8 Controlling: Quality management 114
Introduction 114
Definitions of controlling 114
Essentials of effective control system (fig. 8.2) 115
Characteristics of control 116
Types of control system 117
Role of head nurse in ward control 117
Advantages of control 118
Importance of controlling 118
Quality management 119
Conclusion 119
Review questions 120
Multiple-choice questions 120
Answers of multiple-choice questions 120
Further reading 120
9 Programme evaluation and review technique 121
Programme evaluation and review technique (PERT) 121
Definition of PERT 121
Components of PERT model 121
Concept and meaning of PERT 122
Blueprint of PERT 122
PERT chart 123
Steps in the PERT planning process 123
Benefits of PERT 123
Limitations of PERT 123
Conclusion 124
Benchmarking 124
Definitions of benchmarking 124
Purposes of benchmarking 124
The benchmarking process 124
Phase 1: Planning 125
Phase 2: Analysis of benchmarking 125
Phase 3: Integration of benchmarking 125
Phase 4: Action in benchmarking 125
Stages of benchmarking 125
Cost of benchmarking 126
Types of benchmarking 126
Advantages/benefits of benchmarking 126
Barriers to successful benchmarking 127
Conclusion 127
Gantt chart (activity plan) 127
History 127
Definition of gantt chart 127
Components of gantt chart 127
Marking in the gantt chart 128
Advantages of gantt chart 128
Disadvantages of gantt chart 128
Conclusion 128
Review questions 128
Multiple-choice questions 129
Answers of multiple-choice questions 129
Further reading 129
3 Management of nursing services in hospital and community 131
Introduction 132
10 Hospitals, patient care units and ward management 134
Introduction 134
Definitions of hospital 134
Objectives of a hospital (fig. 10.1) 134
Scope of a hospital 135
Coordinated health care team approach 136
Holistic care 136
Comprehensive care 136
Integrated care 136
Research-based care 136
Continuous care 136
Organization and functions of hospitals 136
Inpatient department 137
Outpatient department 137
Administrative department 137
Nursing department 138
Functions of chief nursing officer 139
Central sterile and supply department (CSSD) 139
Diagnostic department 140
Biomedical engineering 140
Dietary department 140
Emergency or casualty 140
Operation theatre (OT), recovery rooms 140
Specialized departments 140
Biomedical waste management department 141
Isolation units 141
Post-mortem room or autopsy 141
Forensic department 141
Pharmacy 141
Physiotherapy 141
Research department 142
Counselling department 142
Housekeeping 142
Laundry department 142
Rehabilitation centre 142
Nursing station 142
Classification of hospitals 143
Based on the ownership 143
Based on the patient length of stay 143
Based on the license to treat 143
Based on the size classified 144
Based on objectives 144
Based on administration 144
Based on the indigenous systems of medicine 144
Issues in hospital management 144
Ward management 145
Organization of ward management 145
Responsibilities of the head nurse 145
Responsibilities of the ward in charge 147
Responsibilities of the senior staff nurses 147
Factors affecting ward management 147
Criteria to be fulfilled for good nursing management 149
Organization principles in ward management 149
Role of head nurse in patient care 149
Conclusion 150
Review questions 150
Multiple-choice questions 151
Answers of multiple-choice questions 151
Further reading 151
11 Emergency and disaster management 152
Emergency and casualty services 152
Functions of emergency care/casualty (fig. 11.1) 152
Site, area and design of emergency/casualty 153
Facilities for management 154
Personnel involved in emergency care (fig. 11.2) 154
Staff required 155
Problems faced in emergency/casualty 155
Managerial issues in emergency departments (fig. 11.3) 156
Disaster management 156
Definitions of hazard/disaster 157
Types of hazards/disasters (fig. 11.4) 158
Natural disasters 158
Man-made disasters 159
Psychological reaction to a disaster 160
Preschool (1–5 years) 160
Early childhood (5–11 years) 160
Preadolescence (11–14 years) 160
Adolescence (14–18 years) 161
Adulthood 161
Disaster trauma 161
Health sector involvement in disaster management (fig. 11.5) 161
Role of nurse during disasters 162
Prevention, mitigation and preparedness activities 163
Relief response 164
Hospital disaster manual 164
Disaster plan 166
Principles of a disaster plan 166
Conclusion 166
Review questions 168
Multiple-choice questions 168
Answers of multiple-choice questions 169
Further reading 169
12 Human resource management in hospital and community services 170
Introduction 170
Objectives of HRM in hospital services 170
Primary objective 170
Secondary objectives 170
Functions of HRM 171
Role of a nurse manager in HRM/HRD 173
Steps involved in manpower planning 174
Human resources in hospital services 174
Human resources in community health services 175
Functions of community health team members 175
Medical officer 175
Female health worker 176
Male health worker 176
Community health nurse 177
Qualities of community health nurse 177
Functions of community health nurse 177
Conclusion 178
Review questions 178
Multiple-choice questions 179
Answers of multiple-choice questions 179
Further reading 179
13 Job description—nursing personnel 180
Introduction 180
Definitions of job description 180
Purpose of writing a job description 181
Nursing director 181
4 Organizational behaviour and human relations 305
Introduction 306
25 Organizational structure and behaviour 308
Organizational structure 308
Types of organizational structure 308
Organization chart 308
Advantages of organizational chart 308
Limitations of organizational chart 309
Factors influencing organizational structure (fig. 25.1) 309
Organization manuals 310
Mechanistic and organic structures 310
Tall organization 310
Flat organization (fig. 25.3) 311
Emerging trends in organizational structures (fig. 25.4) 312
Organizational behaviour (fig. 25.5) 313
Definitions 313
Concepts of organizational behaviour 314
Elements of organizational behaviour 315
Theories of organizational behaviour 316
Classical doctrine 317
Humanistic school 317
Modern organization theory 318
Conclusion 318
Review questions 318
Multiple-choice questions 319
Answers of multiple-choice questions 319
Further reading 319
26 Review of channels of communication 320
Introduction 320
Meaning of communication 320
Definitions of communication 320
Elements of communication process 320
Importance of communication 321
Channels of effective communication 322
Classification of the channels of communication 322
Based on the number of people to which the message has to be conveyed 322
Based on the medium used to transmit the message 322
Based on the flow of communication 323
Criteria for good communication 324
Barriers of communication 325
Conclusion 325
Review questions 326
Multiple-choice questions 326
Answers of multiple-choice questions 326
Further reading 326
27 Leadership styles 328
Introduction 328
Definitions of leadership 328
Importance of leadership 329
Characteristics of a leader 329
Functions of a leader (figs. 27.2 and 27.3) 330
Types of leadership (fig. 27.4 and fig. 27.5) 332
Autocratic leadership 332
Personality of the leader 333
Types of autocratic leadership 334
Merits of autocratic leadership 334
Demerits of autocratic leadership 334
Democratic/participative or person-oriented leadership 334
Merits of democratic leadership 335
Demerits of democratic leadership 335
Delegative/laissez-faire/free-rein leadership 335
Characteristic features of free-rein leadership (fig. 27.7) 335
Choosing a leadership style 336
Theories of leadership 337
Trait theory 337
Behavioural theory 337
Situational theory 338
Conclusion 338
Review questions 338
Multiple-choice questions 338
Answers of multiple-choice questions 339
Further reading 339
28 Review of motivation: Concepts and theories 340
Introduction 340
Concepts of motivation 340
Meaning of motivation 341
Definitions 341
Nature of motivation 341
The need–wants satisfaction chain 342
Motive 342
Definitions of motive 342
Classification of motives (fig. 28.3) 343
Physiological motives 343
General motives 344
Social motives 344
Unconscious motives 345
Instincts and behaviour 345
Theories of motivation (fig. 28.4) 345
Drive reduction theory 346
Arousal theory 347
Cognitive theory 347
Expectancy theory (fig. 28.5) 347
Psychoanalytic theory of modification 347
Hertzberg’s two factor theory 348
McClelland’s needs theory 348
Carrot and stick approach of motivation 349
Hierarchy of motives/needs (fig. 28.6) 349
Relationship between Hertzberg and Maslow models 350
Conclusion 350
Review questions 350
Multiple-choice questions 350
Answers of multiple-choice questions 351
Further reading 351
29 Group dynamics 352
Introduction 352
Principles of group dynamics 352
The important components in group dynamics 353
Theoretical aspects of group dynamics 353
Group task roles 354
Stages of group development 355
Teamwork in nursing 355
Making assignments for team leaders 355
Nature of teamwork 356
Important features of an efficient team (fig. 29.2) 356
Indications of bad teamwork 358
Teamwork in nursing practice 358
Tools and issues that support teams (fig. 29.4) 358
Advantages 361
Disadvantages 361
Conclusion 361
Review questions 361
Multiple-choice questions 361
Answers of multiple-choice questions 362
Further reading 362
30 Techniques of communication and interpersonal relationships 363
Introduction 363
Definitions 363
A therapeutic relationship 363
Goals of therapeutic changes 363
Nurse’s role and therapeutic communication 364
Essentials to develop therapeutic relationships 364
Conditions used in a therapeutic relationship (fig. 30.1) 364
Types of relationships 365
Techniques of therapeutic communication 366
The impact of pre-existing conditions 368
Nonverbal communication (fig. 30.2) 368
Interpersonal relationship in nursing 368
Principles of interpersonal relationship (fig. 30.3) 370
Professional nursing relationships 371
Nurse–patient helping relationship 371
Nurse–family relationship 372
Nurse–health care team relationship 372
Nurse–community relationship 372
Conclusion 374
Review questions 374
Multiple-choice questions 374
Answers of multiple-choice questions 375
Further reading 375
31 Human relations 376
Introduction 376
Definitions 376
Objectives, goals and scope of human relations 376
Objectives (fig. 31.1) 376
Goals 377
Scope (fig. 31.2) 377
Importance of human relations 378
Factors contributing to human relations 379
Approaches in human relations 379
Concepts of human relations approach 379
Major elements of human relations 381
Human relations in context of nursing 381
Establishing interpersonal relationships 381
Characteristics of helping relationships (fig. 31.4) 381
Principles of interpersonal relationships (fig. 31.5) 382
Phases of nurse–patient relationship 383
Relationship of nurse and health care team 383
Nurse’s multiple roles 383
Professional relationships 384
Conclusion 385
Review questions 386
Multiple-choice questions 386
Answers of multiple-choice questions 386
Further reading 387
32 Public relations in context of nursing 388
Introduction 388
Definitions 388
Need and purpose for public relations 388
Purposes of public relations 389
Elements of public relations (fig. 32.2) 389
Goals of public relations 390
Principles of public relations 390
Steps in a public relations campaign 390
Public relations officer 391
Qualities of a public relations officer 391
Job description 391
Typical work activities 392
Public relations in a hospital 392
Involvement of nursing service department in public relations 392
Conclusion 393
Review questions 393
Multiple-choice questions 394
Answers of multiple-choice questions 394
Further reading 394
33 Collective bargaining and professional associations 395
Introduction 395
Meaning of collective bargaining 395
Definitions 395
Distinctive features of collective bargaining 396
Aims and objectives of collective bargaining 396
Functions of collective bargaining (fig. 33.1) 396
Collective bargaining improves patient care 396
Employee–employer bargaining 397
Professional associations in nursing 397
International council of nurses (ICN) 397
Aims 397
Purpose 397
Objectives 397
Functions 398
Governing body 398
Activities 398
International relationships 398
Trained nurses association of India (TNAI) 398
Functions of TNAI 398
Governing body of TNAI 399
Aims of TNAI 399
Membership 399
Publications 399
Student nurses’ association 400
Objectives 400
Indian nursing council 400
State nursing council and registration 400
Functions 401
Conclusion 401
Review questions 401
Multiple-choice questions 401
Answers of multiple-choice questions 402
Further reading 402
5 In-service education 403
Introduction 404
34 In-service education 406
Introduction 406
Definitions 406
Aims and objectives of in-service education 407
Objectives 407
Need for in-service programme 408
Components/types of in-service education (fig. 34.3) 409
Factors affecting in-service education (fig. 34.4) 410
Planning for in-service education 410
Steps in the planning process 410
Scope of in-service education (fig. 34.5) 411
Characteristics of a good in-service education programme 412
Principles for developing an in-service education programme (fig. 34.7) 412
Problems related to in-service education programme (fig. 34.8) 414
Suggestions for improvement of in-service education programmes 415
Advantages 415
Disadvantages 415
Evaluation methods used in in-service education (fig. 34.9) 415
Questionnaires and inventories 415
Interviews 415
Observation of behaviour in the in-service programme 416
Preparation of report 416
Conclusion 416
Review questions 416
Multiple-choice questions 417
Answers of multiple-choice questions 417
Further reading 417
35 Adult education/learning 418
Introduction 418
Importance of adult education 418
Adult education/social education in India 419
Different forms of adult learning (fig. 35.3) 420
Twelve principles of adult learning (fig. 35.4) 421
Conclusion 422
Review questions 422
Multiple-choice questions 423
Answers of multiple-choice questions 423
Further reading 423
6 Management of nursing educational institutions 425
Introduction 426
36 Establishment of nursing educational institutions 428
Introduction 428
INC: Purposes and objectives of B.Sc. nursing programme 428
The goals 428
Establishing a B.Sc. nursing programme 429
Controlling authority 429
Academic control 429
Governing body 430
Authorities of management 430
Responsibilities of a university 430
Administration of a nursing college 431
Administrative staff 431
College teaching staff 431
Department organization within the college 432
Departmentalization 432
Qualifications for head of department 433
Responsibilities of head of department 433
Committee organization 433
Students 433
Facilities 434
Physical facilities 434
Finance or budget 434
Contents of budget 435
Audits 435
Philosophy of nursing institution 435
Accreditation 436
Concept of accreditation 436
Purposes of accreditation 436
Types of accreditation 437
Accreditation agencies 437
National professional accrediting agencies 437
Accreditation of nursing institutions 438
Accreditation by inspection 438
Organization of college/school of nursing (fig. 36.1) 438
Objectives 438
Student’s eligibility 439
Purpose 440
General objectives of the course 441
Committees 441
List of academic committees 441
Curriculum committee 442
7 Nursing as a profession 481
Intoduction 482
38 Nursing as a profession 484
Introduction 484
Professionalism and the nursing profession 484
Characteristics of professionalism 484
The nursing profession 485
Philosophy of nursing practice 485
Aims and objectives of nursing 485
Characteristics of a professional nurse 486
Regulatory bodies 488
Indian nursing council 488
Purpose of INC 488
Amendment of the act of INC 488
Functions of INC 488
State nursing council (SNC) 489
Salient features 489
Functions of SNC 489
Current trends and issues in nursing 490
Issues affecting nursing practice 490
Nursing education 492
Nursing research 492
Professional ethics 493
Nurses and people 494
Nurses and professional practice 495
Nurses and co-workers 495
Codes of professional conduct 495
Practice standards for nursing 497
Sources of nursing care standards 497
Classification of standards 497
Consumer protection act 498
Rights of a consumer/patient 498
The act 498
Salient features 499
Legal aspects in nursing 499
Legal responsibility 500
Guides for legal responsibilities (fig. 38.3) 500
Registration/licensing 501
The state nurses registration councils 501
Procedure of registration 501
Legal terms related to practice, registration and licensing 501
Legal liability/acts of negligence under criminal IPC 502
Two types of laws 503
Civil law 504
Classification of torts (fig. 38.5) 504
Malpractice and negligence 505
Negligence issues leading to malpractice cases 506
How to reduce the potential liability of malpractice 507
Medicolegal cases 507
Consent 508
Informed consent 508
Correct identity 509
Leaving against medical advice (LAMA) 509
Patient’s property 509
Dying declaration 510
Wills 510
Examination of rape case 510
Artificial human insemination 510
Poison case 510
Nurses’ role in the prevention of legal complications 510
Attributes of professional caring: The five Cs (fig. 38.6) 511
Registration/licensing 511
Conclusion 512
Review questions 512
Multiple-choice questions 512
Answers of multiple-choice questions 513
Further reading 513
8 Professional advancement 515
Introduction 516
39 Continuing education and career opportunities 518
Continuing education 518
Need for continuing education 518
Importance of continuing education 519
National policy on continuing education 519
Programmes of action on national policy on education 519
Career development 520
Components of career development 520
Manager’s role in career development 521
Nursing career requirements 522
Scope of nursing career 522
Conclusion 526
Review questions 526
Multiple-choice questions 527
Answers of multiple-choice questions 527
Further reading 527
40 Collective bargaining 528
Introduction 528
Objectives of collective bargaining 528
Constituents of collective bargaining 528
Process of collective bargaining 529
Classification of collective bargaining 530
Principles to be followed by the management in collective bargaining 531
Importance of collective bargaining 531
Collective bargaining in nursing 532
Nursing profession and bargaining 533
Importance of collective bargaining in nursing 533
Why nurses join unions 533
Why nurses do not join unions 533
Conclusion 533
Review questions 534
Multiple-choice questions 534
Answers of multiple-choice questions 535
Further reading 535
41 Research activities: Membership, participation and publications 536
Introduction 536
Membership with a professional organization 536
Participation in research activities 536
Research process 539
Need for research in nursing 539
Purposes of research in nursing 540
Responsibility of nurses in doing research 540
Preparation and participation in research activities 540
Publications: Journals and newspapers 540
Types of journals 541
Guidelines for writing in journals and newspapers 541
Research articles 541
Format for research abstract 541
Conclusion 542
Review questions 542
Multiple-choice questions 542
Answers of multiple-choice questions 543
Further reading 543
Appendix Management terminology 545
Index 549
A 549
B 549
C 549
D 549
E 549
F 549
G 549
H 549
I 550
L 550
M 550
N 550
O 551
P 551
Q 551
S 551
T 551
V 551
W 551