Significance of Nurse
Synonyms: Registered nurse, Caregiver, Health worker, Nursing professional, Healthcare provider, Medical assistant, Medical attendant, Healthcare worker, Licensed practical nurse, Nursing assistant, Clinical nurse
In Dutch: Verpleegkundige; In Finnish: Sairaanhoitaja; In Spanish: Enfermero; In German: Krankenschwester; In Malay: Jururawat; In Swedish: Sjuksköterska; In French: Infirmière; In Portugese: Enfermeira; In Italian: Infermiera; In Polish: Pielęgniarka
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Buddhist concept of 'Nurse'
In Buddhism, "Nurse" has multiple meanings. It can refer to those who facilitated harm to a child, caretakers ensuring a newborn's health, or the Community providing spiritual support. It also symbolizes a nurturing support system, guiding individuals toward spiritual growth.
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) They were the people the king gave the son to in charge to, and placed a great guard about the place.[1] (2) The person the king used to get rid of the child, by promising a bribe to remove the child who was a hindrance.[2] (3) Caretakers assigned to the newborn prince to ensure his health and well-being, particularly focused on providing proper nourishment.[3] (4) A caregiver who took part in the plan to assist the prince and princess in their secret meeting.[4]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) A metaphor for the Community, which cares for and nurtures the individuals on their spiritual journey.[5] (2) The Community (glanopasthayaka) acts as a nurturing support system for practitioners, akin to a nurse caring for patients on their journey to recovery and spiritual growth.[6]
Hindu concept of 'Nurse'
In Hinduism, "Nurse" seems to be a significant official, receiving a substantial annual payment. Along with other key figures like the prince and chief constable, the nurse likely holds a position of authority within the societal or administrative structure.
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Nurses tended to the sixty thousand male infants, placing them in jars full of butter after their emergence.[7]
From: Gautami Mahatmya
(1) A female attendant of great beauty and fortune, who was tasked with informing Bhogavati about her husband's true nature.[8]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The nurse accompanied the maiden of the fairest complexion when she entered the arena for the self-choice ceremony, providing her with support alongside a guard of eunuchs.[9] (2) The only person besides the mother who knew about the birth. The mother consulted with her and together they placed the infant in a box and consigned it to the river.[10] (3) The nurses were the source of information for king Hiranyavarman regarding the deception concerning his daughter, leading him to take action against king Drupada.[11]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) A nurse is a person qualified to attend the bedside of a patient, possessing qualities like calmness, attentiveness, and strict adherence to the physician's instructions.[12]
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) The state has to provide these, along with midwives and physicians, for curative measures.[13]
From: Kautilya Arthashastra
(1) This individual, along with the prince (kumara), the chief constable (nayaka), the officer in charge of the town (paura), the superintendent of law or commerce (vyavaharika), the superintendent of manufactories (karmantika), members of the council of ministers, the superintendents of country parts and of boundaries, receives 12,000 panas annually.[14]
Jain concept of 'Nurse'
In Jainism, "Nurse" encompasses the roles of caregiver and nurturer. It includes the term "vardhapika" and the feminine noun "upamatri," both signifying a provider of care. Additionally, it can refer to a caregiver who offers guidance, as seen in the example of Prince Malla.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The nurse of Vaidarbhi discovered the signs of her marriage and its consummation, and out of fear, reported it to Rukmin and the queen.[15] (2) Individuals who provided care for the two boys during their upbringing.[16] (3) This person, named Bhagirathi, was sent to lead Vasudeva to Gandhasamriddhaka.[17] (4) Cherished by the nurses, the Vasudeva Triprishtha gradually grew up while playing with Acala, developing over time.[18] (5) Nurses are caregivers, five of whom were appointed by Indra to tend to Malli daily, indicating the importance and special care given to Malli as she grew up.[19]
From: Acaranga-sutra
(1) The expectation of receiving food or dainties from nurses should not lead a mendicant to neglect the proper procedure for collecting alms.[20]
The concept of Nurse in local and regional sources
Nurse in this context encompasses two distinct roles. Firstly, a hospital staff member who assisted the narrator and announced visitors. Secondly, the monkey who initially cared for children before relinquishing the responsibility.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The services offered include acting as nurses, contributing practical help to the established facilities and initiatives.[21] (2) External aids like books and medicines function as nurses, providing indispensable support during the early stages of growth until the individual achieves mastery over their own physical and mental being.[22]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Nurses are mentioned as being part of the medical staff who care for the daughter and are impressed by her courage and disposition during her hospital stay.[23] (2) A person trained to care for the sick or injured, and one works there and sent her with the garland, acting as a messenger of goodwill.[24] (3) A profession of Hai, who had some training from her mother.[25] (4) A hospital staff member who announced the arrival of a visitor and later helped the narrator by placing money under their pillow.[26]
From: Folklore of the Santal Parganas
(1) The role the monkey played in caring for the children before giving it up.[27]
The concept of Nurse in scientific sources
"Nurse" refers to healthcare professionals, integral to patient care across various settings. They manage hotlines, provide information, administer medications, and monitor health. Nurses play key roles in vaccination, mental health support, HIV/TB care, data collection, and adolescent health. They also participate in research, and often are the first point of contact for patients.
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Nurses in China were the population of interest for a study investigating their health-related quality of life and associated factors.[28] (2) Nurses are identified as crucial members of the healthcare system, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and were found to be particularly vulnerable to burnout syndrome, with higher rates in COVID-19 units.[29] (3) Nurses are a professional group in healthcare settings for whom prior studies have examined the relationship between work engagement and medical errors, with findings suggesting an inverse association, similar to what was observed for medical assistants.[30]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) Nurses are healthcare professionals who provide direct patient care, administer medications, and educate patients and families, playing a crucial role in the healthcare system.[31] (2) These are healthcare professionals who provide patient care, and their learning experiences in simulations are studied in relation to cognitive load.[32] (3) The study focused on nurses working in registered public hospitals and public healthcare centres in Lagos, Nigeria, to explore their resilience and engagement.[33]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) These healthcare professionals typically manage primary health care clinics in the South African system.[34] (2) Healthcare professionals who represent a significant portion of the healthcare workforce and render a substantial amount of international primary care services, playing a pivotal role in responding to disasters and pandemics.[35] (3) The time to hold a meeting is when you get to the “edge of chaos” which must have arrived well before last week with the current doctor and nurse shortage.[36]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) The text mentions nurses, a crucial component of healthcare, working alongside other professionals to deliver care, highlighting their importance in the medical field and patient well-being.[37] (2) Nurses are healthcare professionals who play a critical role in managing the CCMDD programme, including patient enrollment, medication dispensing, and providing health education, as their experiences are vital to understanding the programme's effectiveness.[38] (3) These are health professionals responsible for diagnosing a health need and executing a nursing care regimen. They expressed their need for support and regular emergency care training to deal with emergencies.[39]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) "Nurses" are specifically mentioned as key providers with expertise in brain science and behavior at individual and social levels, making them important in this movement.[40] (2) Healthcare professionals whose reporting of adverse drug reactions has been studied and documented.[41] (3) These people, along with doctors from all government clinics in Kuching, Sarawak, were thanked for their assistance during the data collection for the research.[42]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) Nurses are healthcare professionals among whom the prevalence of back pain is high, ranging from 55% to 84% globally, impacting their physical and social well-being.[43] (2) Healthcare providers who are part of the team involved in planning surgical interventions for tetraplegic patients.[44] (3) Healthcare professionals who often serve as the first point of contact for patients and can play a role in exercise treatment, but may lack adequate knowledge in this area.[45]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) These health professionals provide weight-related interventions and conduct training and organizational support for obesity management in primary care.[46] (2) Healthcare providers who, alongside respiratory therapists, showed a greater aptitude for instructing patients in the proper use of Metered Dose Inhalers.[47]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) Healthcare professionals who may experience trauma, burnout, and potentially posttraumatic growth during widespread health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.[48] (2) These are healthcare professionals who often bear the brunt of patient aggression in psychiatric settings.[49] (3) These individuals play multiple roles and expressed grievances of multiple possible challenges with task shifting, which aggravated the preexisting issues they have with government.[50]
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) Nurses are presented as having a professional obligation to provide holistic, person-centered care that includes addressing spiritual needs, although they often lack the necessary guidance and may struggle with confidence and competence.[51] (2) Healthcare professionals who are in privileged positions to promote and help families by establishing ongoing communication, and understanding culture, spirituality and religiosity.[52] (3) A "nurse" working at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast exemplified the practice of avoiding religious or political discussions, essential for serving a diverse community during the Troubles.[53]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) These healthcare providers offered information that influenced influenza vaccination.[54] (2) Nurses are healthcare professionals involved in patient care and the administration of antimicrobial agents, and their participation was crucial for the study on ASP.[55]
Classical concept of 'Nurse'
From: The History of Herodotus
(1) The nurse played a pivotal role in the story by taking the child to the temple of Helen to pray for her appearance to be changed, and she encountered a woman who foretold the child's beauty.[56]
From: The Odyssey of Homer (English translation)
(1) The nurse Euryclea is loyal to Ulysses and Penelope; she recognizes Ulysses first and plays a key role in convincing Penelope that Ulysses has indeed returned home.[57]
From: Legends Of The Gods
(1) A role that Isis assumed for one of the sons of the queen who reigned at Byblos, after demonstrating an ability to transmit a fragrant smell.[58]