Keywords
Patients
Ethical principles
Caregiving
Compassion
Submitted : 2024-06-18
Accepted : 2024-07-03
Published : 2024-07-18
Abstract
For effective nursing practice, it is essential to have a strong foundation in ethical principles and a shared understanding of nursing and caring concepts. Emphasizing compassion in nursing is crucial. This study aimed to elucidate the core ideals of compassion, ethics, and care in nursing practice. Nurses can foster a deeper sense of personal significance in their caregiving relationships by demonstrating attentiveness, openness, and respect and treating each patient as an individual. Through self-reflection, nurses can develop a greater understanding of nursing, compassion, and ethical principles within the caregiving context. This reflective practice enables nurses to connect more profoundly with their patients, enhancing the quality of care. By integrating these core ideals into their practice, nurses not only improve patient outcomes but also find greater personal fulfilment in their professional roles. Thus, cultivating compassion and ethical awareness is fundamental to the holistic and effective practice of nursing.
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