Nurse Role as a Patient Advocate



Nurse Role as a Patient Advocate

Introduction

Registered nurses have the difficult role of defending their patients. The definition of defense varies according to who provides the definition and establishment of health care to which they belong. The nurse advocate is in a position of authority and respect and to confirm the professional obligation of the nurse. According to the American Nurses Association, a nurse “promotes, advocates for and strives to protect the health and rights of the patient.” This places a clear responsibility on the nurse to act as advocate for the patient and a duty ...