
Nurses are positioned on healthcare's front line, intimately connected to individuals, families, and communities. How can they leverage this position to work for the common good?In Toward a Better World, Mark Lazenby, a philosopher and a nurse, presents a plan of action. He argues that nurses advance the good society when they fulfill fundamental obligations. Promoting equality, peace and respect, providing assistance and safety, and safeguarding the health of our planet are among these obligations. By acting upon them, nurses become a force for social change in their communities. But through the collective power of more than 20 million nurses worldwide, nurses become a global force for making the world a better place--in the present and for the future.A companion to Caring Matters Most, Lazenby's ethics book, Toward a Better World challenges readers to lead good lives of service to others. This book will invigorate all, nurses and non-nurses alike, who wish to spend their lives making the world a better place.
How can the global nursing profession leverage its unique position within healthcare to actively contribute to the common good and societal advancement? Mark Lazenby, a philosopher and nurse, utilizes his dual expertise to construct a framework for professional ethics that extends beyond clinical care. He argues that by fulfilling specific obligations—such as promoting equality, peace, and environmental safety—nurses can transition from individual practitioners to collective agents of global social change. The text serves as a call to action for healthcare workers to integrate ethical service into their daily practice to foster a more equitable society.
What You Will Find
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Experts and readers recognize this work as a significant contribution to nursing philosophy that bridges the gap between clinical practice and social advocacy. The prose is noted for its accessible yet rigorous ethical inquiry, making it a valuable resource for both nursing students and seasoned professionals interested in the broader impact of their field.
Page Count:
175
Publication Date:
2020-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190695730
ISBN-13:
9780190695736
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