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Caring

Nurses, Women and Ethics

Helga Kuhse author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:25th Mar '97

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This book critically examines nursing ethics through a feminine lens, offering insights into the 'justice versus care' debate and empowering nurses in ethical decision-making.

In Caring, the author explores the foundational principles of nursing ethics through the lens of a feminine 'ethics of care'. This book provides a thorough philosophical and practical examination of the ongoing 'justice versus care' debate, which has significant implications for the nursing profession. By delving into the complexities of ethical decision-making, the author highlights the essential role nurses play in advocating for patient-centered care.

The text offers a critical perspective on contemporary efforts to establish a nursing ethics framework that prioritizes care over traditional justice-oriented approaches. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the relational and contextual factors that influence ethical decisions in nursing practice. Through various case studies and theoretical discussions, Caring illustrates how a focus on care can lead to more compassionate and effective patient outcomes.

Additionally, the book proposes a decision-making framework that empowers nurses to navigate ethical dilemmas effectively. By placing nurses at the center of this framework, the author argues for a shift in how nursing ethics is perceived and practiced. Caring ultimately serves as a valuable resource for nursing professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of ethical principles and enhance their practice in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.

"This book is provocative and a 'must' for all nurses who are or ought to be engaged in nurse ethics." Ulla Fasting, Nursing Ethics

"Kuhse's book is a contribution to the professionalisation of the nurses and contributes also to the improvement of the ethical discourses regarding end-of-life discussions in clinical care." Marieke Janssen, Medicine, Health Care and Philosophy

ISBN: 9780631202110

Dimensions: 228mm x 154mm x 17mm

Weight: 454g

312 pages