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True or False: As nurses are active players in handling age discrimination, it is important for one to develop a better understanding of society and use appropriate advocate actions.
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Its true only.,Nurses advocate for health promotion ,educate patient and the public on the prevention of illness and injury,provide Care and assist in cure ,participate in rehabilitation,and provide support..... No other health Care professional has such a board and far- reaching role.
But there is more to high- quality care than knowing disease; nurses also act as a patient advocates.They can help patients make informed decisions regarding their health,including helping them navigate a complex medical system,translating medical terms and helping patients make ethical decisions.
American nurse's role in addressing discrimination in any forms is harmful to society as a whole and in opposition to the value and ethical code of the nurse profession,which directs the nurses to respect the inherent diginity,worth,unique attributes,and human rights of all individuals.
Nurse's do not discriminate on the basis of a person's race,ethnicity,culture,political and spiritual beliefs,social or marital status,gender,gender identity,gender expression,sexual orientation,age,health status ,place of origin,lifestyle,mental or physical ability,socioeconomic status,or any other.