Nursing: The Death of Ivan Ilych

She make the assumption that LPN has “completely ignored” her. The issue was approach from a criticizing angle that immediately lead to a defensive response by the LPN. The RN did not asked the reason why this LPN was not able to help the patient but she jumped in the conclusion that the LPN was not helping her in purpose. Furthermore, in this tensioned situation it seems like there is process conflict between two of the nurses. Huber, 2015 defines process conflict as a “conflict pertains to issues of duty and resource delegation, such as who should what and how much responsibility different people should have” (p. 172). This confusion between the team members it is revealed sentences when the RN tells the LPN that “it was your job, you are assigned to Mrs. J. And the LPN responds to here that “I do my own work and part of yours.” To better assist patient in medical field, nurses might collaborate and work in team. The RN is fully competent in delegating the appropriate tasks to LPN or UAP, yet she has to make sure to transmit her tasks by using clear communication, being concise on what she wants to be completed, and within what time frame the task has to be completed. She can delegate certain tasks to other staff members such as LPN or UAP; however, she is accountable for what happens to the patient. Both the nurse delegator and the delegate must agree in the task and report back the completion

Unfortunately, Ivan's condition gets worse and he enters the cycle of depression. This is when an individual realizes that their death is certain. Signs of this cycle include becoming silent, refusal of visitors, and spending most of their time crying and grieving. In the book, Ivan is shown casting away his wife and his fellow magistrates. The only one he allowed to visit him was his servant, Gerasim. “And he ceased crying...during that loneliness Ivan Illych had only lived in the

Not all patients are capable of independently identifying and articulate their care needs, so the nurse also adapts the role as an advocate. Clarity and continuity in a trusting environment enables good communication. Progressive identification of needs takes place as nurse and patient communicate with one another in the interpersonal relationship (Peplau 1988, p. 84). Being considerate to the needs and vulnerability of patients is a moral attribute, as nurses are accountable for the care they deliver.

Giving myself time to read up on nursing experiences, attending more clinical practice labs, participating and watching these duties in the health care setting will allow me to develop a secure level of confidence the next time that this type of situation may occur. Staying in the room allowed me to experience the feeling of support while looking past social norms and how they are challenged. I met my personal values, and I believe that one should respect another person`s privacy. This understanding allowed me to be there to support the resident during her time of need. In the article `starting out` by Jane Schulz, a nursing student shares her experience of helping her colleague assist an elderly patient with daily care. Observing the compassion and care between nurse and patient from fundamental tasks, she took away a valued lesson of how our support and caring methods affect an individual. My relation to this story allowed me to reflect on the effects my care and supporting actions had on our patient.

Equally important the nurse indicated that she was in a hurry and unable to sit down, choosing rather to stand while she talks to the patient. What the nurse did not realise was that she had assumed a power stance and had failed to create an environment that was holistic, conducive and

    In the face of Morrie's overwhelming compassion and tenderness, Ivan Ilych presents an opposite lifestyle. After a pleasantly carefree childhood he turned towards ambition and pursued an ever-larger salary and an ever-increasing social rank. Ivan lived without values and without attachments, easily moving between cities and jobs. He cared little for the great inconvenience of his family, and even less for his wife: "he hate[d] her with his whole soul" (Ivn, 139). Commitment was a prison to be avoided at all costs, a detriment to his proper and official existence. Genuine love touched Ivan only rarely and certainly not during the dying moments when he needed it the most.

Ivan IV was a complicated man, with a complicated past, in a complicated country, in a complicated time; his story is not an easy one. Ivan the terrible, the man, could never be completely understood in a few words, nor in a few pages, and only perhaps in a few volumes. A man of incredible range his dreadfulness could only be matched by his magnificence, his love by his hatred.

Philly should have knocked on the door, before entering into patient`s room. She should have then greeted and introduced herself and the student nurse to Rudd. She should have then started the conversation by addressing him by his name. She should have also enquired about his pain. Philly should have finished her shift assessment and should have assured him that she will come back with the morning medications and then left the room. The behavior was very unprofessional.

In class, we’ve discussed a lot of things during our group discussion. First, we discussed the professional nursing responsibilities of this case. We said that nurses job is to educate the patients so they don’t have to come back; they can’t be judgemental no matter what the situation is; they have to report certain evidences even if the patient doesn't want us to; we can provide the information to the client’s authorities (not just anyone); and we need to look and observe the patient for verbal and nonverbal clues. Second, we discussed the nursing ethical implications for this case. We said that nurses should always respect the patient's decisions; need to provide the same, equal, and quality care for all patients; don’t always make assumptions; take patient’s values to consideration; to ask patients who they are comfortable with visiting them during their stay; always provide all the information to the patient; and remember to keep boundary, know what information to give and what not to give. Then we discussed elements of the nurse patient relationship we think are

In The Death of Ivan Illych the main character shows his obsession of material goods and greedy attitude by only worrying about how high of a standard he had in society. He obsesses over how wealthy he is . “It is as if I had been going downhill

The two clips compare two different approaches by the nurse to the patient. Non-verbal and verbal communication is both key factors in nurse patient relationships. Observing the first clip it can be seen where the patient is very stressed with pain and anxiety. The nurse's approach is abrupt and lacking empathy. The patient becomes more agitated. Whereas the second clip the nurse gently approaches the patient and sits down, talking in a calm point soothes the patient's anxiety as the nurse shows compassion and concern. The Code of Ethics for nurses emphasizes having empathy, respect and kindness to

When comparing an inauthentic life to Ivan’s life we can see that his life corresponds with an inauthentic life. Ivan conformed to societal norms, focused on how he can please others, and was a very materialistic man. Therefore, making him inauthentic. A quote from “The Death of Ivan Ilych” that best expresses Ivan’s inauthentic life is “ Even when he was at the School of Law he was just what he remained for the rest of his life: a capable, cheerful, good-natured, and sociable man, though strict in the fulfillment of what he considered to be his duty: and he considered his to be what was so considered by those in authority” (The Death of Ivan Ilych, 7).

The history of nursing is fundamentally the foundation of nursing today. Historical nursing leaders have paved the way for our nurses in the 21st century by their views, dedication, and achievements. Not only have these leaders paved the way for nursing as a profession, but they have also instilled historical changes in health care and in our society overall. The current definition of nursing today is “the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, advocacy in the care of individuals, families, communities, and populations” (ANA, 2010c). A historical nursing leader is one that has carved this definition of nursing through their actions, values, and beliefs. Also, a historical nursing figure is an individual that has influenced and continues to influence societal trends in the nursing profession today by having developed a foundation that still has an impact on us. “The focus of nursing practice is care provided to assist individuals, families, communities, and populations” (Claros and Dean, 2013), which is exactly what Margaret Sanger’s focused on in her works. Margaret is the definition of nursing and is an inspirational model and leader to female nurses in addition to females in general through her works thus is the reason we choose her as our focal point for our essay.

One of the most important parts of the examined life is virtue. If Socrates were to critique this part of Ivan’s life, he would find many components of Ivan’s life that are lacking excellent virtues, an aspect of the unexamined life. Since the day Ivan was born, he was surrounded by success and wealth. His father was a very well respected man who held much status in their hometown. Growing up with an entourage of people adoring his father, Ivan was convinced that status was the most

The story starts with the funeral of Ivan Ilych. Some judges gather in a room in the courthouse and were told Ivan passed away. These judges were thrilled it wasn’t one of them. Then started to think about promotions and transfers that Ivan’s death brought about (Tolstoy, 1910). The story takes a turn to thirty years before. He attended School of Law at the age of thirteen. This is when he assimilates the values and behavior of those of higher standing (Tolstoy, 1910). I believe Ivan’s life is terrible by his own making. He is only friends with people of higher standing in the community. “He marries a woman whom he does not love because society dictates it is the appropriate thing to do” (Tolstoy, 1910). After becoming pregnant, his wife’s