Philosophy of Nursing Scholarly Paper

As you begin to articulate your own philosophy of nursing, consider the following questions:
• What is your definition of nursing?
• What do you believe is the primary goal of nursing?
• What key values are embedded in your philosophy of nursing? For what reason(s) are these values important to you?
• Would you describe nursing as an art? Would you describe nursing as a science? Both an art and a science? Explain your choice.
• In what ways does your philosophy of nursing guide your nursing practice? Provide at least one clear and specific example of a situation in which your nursing philosophy guided your nursing practice.
• What is the relationship between your philosophy of nursing and the practice standards and codes of ethics/ethical guidelines for nursing practice as outlined by the Canadian Nurses Association and/or the regulatory body for nursing in your jurisdiction (e.g. CARNA, CNO, etc…)?
• Is there a relationship between your philosophy of nursing and one particular nursing theory? Please explain the relationship between your philosophy of nursing and one particular nursing theory.