Biyani's Think Tank
Concept based notes
Fundamentals of Nursing
GNM
Mr. Vishal Tak
Deptt. of Nursing and Science
Biyani Girls College, Jaipur
,2 Biyani‟s Think Tank
Published by :
Think Tanks
Biyani Group of Colleges
Concept & Copyright :
Biyani Shikshan Samiti
Sector-3, Vidhyadhar Nagar,
Jaipur-302 023 (Rajasthan)
Ph : 0141-2338371, 2338591-95 Fax : 0141-2338007
E-mail :
Website :www.gurukpo.com; www.biyanicolleges.org
First Edition : 2009
While every effort is taken to avoid errors or omissions in this Publication, any
mistake or omission that may have crept in is not intentional. It may be taken note of
that neither the publisher nor the author will be responsible for any damage or loss of
any kind arising to anyone in any manner on account of such errors and omissions.
Leaser Type Setted by :
Biyani College Printing Department
,GNM : FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 3
Preface
I am glad to present this book, especially designed to serve the needs
of the students. The book has been written keeping in mind the general
weakness in understanding the fundamental concepts of the topics. The
book is self-explanatory and adopts the “Teach Yourself” style. It is based on
question-answer pattern. The language of book is quite easy and understandable
based on scientific approach.
This book covers basic concepts related to the microbial understandings
about diversity, structure, economic aspects, bacterial and viral reproduction etc.
Any further improvement in the contents of the book by making corrections,
omission and inclusion is keen to be achieved based on suggestions from the
readers for which the author shall be obliged.
I acknowledge special thanks to Mr. Rajeev Biyani, Chairman & Dr. Sanjay
Biyani, Director (Acad.) Biyani Group of Colleges, who are the backbones and
main concept provider and also have been constant source of motivation
throughout this Endeavour. They played an active role in coordinating the various
stages of this Endeavour and spearheaded the publishing work.
I look forward to receiving valuable suggestions from professors of various
educational institutions, other faculty members and students for improvement of
the quality of the book. The reader may feel free to send in their comments and
suggestions to the under mentioned address.
Author
, 4 Biyani‟s Think Tank
CHAPTER-1
Introduction to Nursing
Q.1 Define Nursing.
Ans.: Nursing is a call (vocation) to service. “NSG” is a service which includes
ministration to the sick, care of the whole patient (his mind as well as
body). The care of the patient‟s environment (physical as well as social),
health Education and health services to the individual, family and society
for the prevention of disease and promotion of health.
Therefore, „NSG‟ includes :
(i) Helping a patient to carry out the therapeutic plan initiated by the
doctors.
(ii) Providing physical care & emotional support for the sick &
disabled.
(iii) Planning & teaching the patient and his family in relation to the
restoration & promotion of health and prevention of disease.
(iv) Observing & evaluating the patient‟s response to his illness and his
case.
(v) Participating in research related to health care.
Q.2 Discuss the functions of a Professional Nurse.
Ans.: A professional nurse has the following functions :
(i) To provide basic NSG care.
(ii) To administer the medication & treatment prescribed by the
doctors.
(iii) To observe patient‟s response & adaptation to illness.
(iv) To observe patient‟s response and adaptation to treatment.
Concept based notes
Fundamentals of Nursing
GNM
Mr. Vishal Tak
Deptt. of Nursing and Science
Biyani Girls College, Jaipur
,2 Biyani‟s Think Tank
Published by :
Think Tanks
Biyani Group of Colleges
Concept & Copyright :
Biyani Shikshan Samiti
Sector-3, Vidhyadhar Nagar,
Jaipur-302 023 (Rajasthan)
Ph : 0141-2338371, 2338591-95 Fax : 0141-2338007
E-mail :
Website :www.gurukpo.com; www.biyanicolleges.org
First Edition : 2009
While every effort is taken to avoid errors or omissions in this Publication, any
mistake or omission that may have crept in is not intentional. It may be taken note of
that neither the publisher nor the author will be responsible for any damage or loss of
any kind arising to anyone in any manner on account of such errors and omissions.
Leaser Type Setted by :
Biyani College Printing Department
,GNM : FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 3
Preface
I am glad to present this book, especially designed to serve the needs
of the students. The book has been written keeping in mind the general
weakness in understanding the fundamental concepts of the topics. The
book is self-explanatory and adopts the “Teach Yourself” style. It is based on
question-answer pattern. The language of book is quite easy and understandable
based on scientific approach.
This book covers basic concepts related to the microbial understandings
about diversity, structure, economic aspects, bacterial and viral reproduction etc.
Any further improvement in the contents of the book by making corrections,
omission and inclusion is keen to be achieved based on suggestions from the
readers for which the author shall be obliged.
I acknowledge special thanks to Mr. Rajeev Biyani, Chairman & Dr. Sanjay
Biyani, Director (Acad.) Biyani Group of Colleges, who are the backbones and
main concept provider and also have been constant source of motivation
throughout this Endeavour. They played an active role in coordinating the various
stages of this Endeavour and spearheaded the publishing work.
I look forward to receiving valuable suggestions from professors of various
educational institutions, other faculty members and students for improvement of
the quality of the book. The reader may feel free to send in their comments and
suggestions to the under mentioned address.
Author
, 4 Biyani‟s Think Tank
CHAPTER-1
Introduction to Nursing
Q.1 Define Nursing.
Ans.: Nursing is a call (vocation) to service. “NSG” is a service which includes
ministration to the sick, care of the whole patient (his mind as well as
body). The care of the patient‟s environment (physical as well as social),
health Education and health services to the individual, family and society
for the prevention of disease and promotion of health.
Therefore, „NSG‟ includes :
(i) Helping a patient to carry out the therapeutic plan initiated by the
doctors.
(ii) Providing physical care & emotional support for the sick &
disabled.
(iii) Planning & teaching the patient and his family in relation to the
restoration & promotion of health and prevention of disease.
(iv) Observing & evaluating the patient‟s response to his illness and his
case.
(v) Participating in research related to health care.
Q.2 Discuss the functions of a Professional Nurse.
Ans.: A professional nurse has the following functions :
(i) To provide basic NSG care.
(ii) To administer the medication & treatment prescribed by the
doctors.
(iii) To observe patient‟s response & adaptation to illness.
(iv) To observe patient‟s response and adaptation to treatment.
