Ethical and Legal Aspect of Nursing Practice

    DQ1. Ethical and Legal Aspect of Nursing Practice Is there a model of leadership that better supports leadership at the point of service? Why? Why not? How could formal leadership training for nurse managers and leaders impact hospitals in terms of saving money related to recruitment, nursing satisfaction, nurse wellness, and retention? How do traditional attributes associated with the nursing profession promote effective leadership in the 21 st century? DQ2   Should evidence-based practices be institution specific? Is evidence based practice grounded more in quantitative or qualitative research? Do you find there is a gap between nurse researchers/faculty and the bedside nurse? If so, how can we close it? DQ3. Nursing and the Aging Family Ageism is a concept introduced decades ago and is defined as “the prejudices and stereotypes that are applied to older people sheerly on the basis of their age…” (Butler, Lewis, & Sutherland, 1991). What are some common misconceptions you have heard or believed about older adults? What can you do to dispel these myths?