Baccalaureate Degree Nursing Case Study

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Comparing Competencies of Baccalaureate Degree Nurses with Associate Degree Nurses Grand Canyon University NRS-430V Professional Dynamics Jan 26, 2015 (O507) Submitted by: Gulshan Kaur Submitted on: February 08, 2015 Education and Preparation has an important effect on nurses and how they serve a purpose in the work field. There are many differences between a nurse that has an associate degree or a baccalaureate degree. In a clinical situation, these two levels of education show differences in how the nurse approaches the scenario and the factor that critical decision-making can have in that case. Associate Degree Nurse (ADN) takes a two to three year course. In the course they are instructed on the fundamentals or basics of nursing.…show more content…
A known female hypertensive patient in the critical care unit can have elevated blood pressure and has to be reported to a medical assistant. Blood pressure of the patient was found to be elevated after consuming two cups of coffee and having a stressful week at work. The ADN may check patient’s blood pressure again while not knowing how to further assess the situation. However, the BSN qualified nurse would not do that because of the higher knowledge. The nurse that is BSN qualified may question and deeply investigate into the patient’ situation further. The nurse would also notice that the patient is under a great deal of stress and a stimulant was…show more content…
These nurses with higher education have the ability to make nursing diagnosis and evaluate nursing interventions (Giger & Davidhizar, 1990). In conclusion, this overview shows that a nurse with just associate degree can’t really do the work that requires the higher education. A higher education nurse such as a baccalaureate degree level can contribute significantly to the health of our community. References * Blegen, M. A., Goode, C. J., Park, S. H., Vaughn, T., & Spetz, J. (2013). Baccalaureate education in nursing and patient outcomes. Journal of Nursing Administration, 43(2). 89-9. doi: 10.1097/NNA.0b01e31827f2028 * Friberg, C. (2011) Conceptual Foundations: The Bridge to Professional Nursing Practice, 5th Edition. Mosby. * Giger, J.N. & Davidhizar, R.E. (1990). Conceptual and theoretical approaches to patient care: Associate versus baccalaureate degree prepared nurses. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 15(9), 1009-1015. * Johnson, J. (1988). Differences in the performance of baccalaureate, associate degree and diploma nurses: A meta analysis. Research in Nursing and Health, 11,

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