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Appendix A: Position Statement from the International Council of Nurses: The Nurse's Role in Safeguarding the Human Environment
Appendix A: Position Statement from the International Council of Nurses: The Nurse's Role in Safeguarding the Human Environment
Pages 131-133
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THE NURSE'S ROLE IS TO: Help detect ill effects of the environment on the health of man, and vice-versa. The nurse should: · apply observational skills for the detection of ill effects of environment on the individual; · observe individuals in all settings for effects of pollutants in order to advise on protective and/or curative measures; · record and analyze observations made of ill effects on environment and/or pollutants on individuals; From International Council of Nurses, The Nurse's Role in Safeguarding the Human Environment.
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The nurse can: · request and attend continuing education programs about the study of the environment and the application of this knowledge in daily life and work; · provide health education for both the general public and health personnel in order to create awareness of environmental issues and to involve the public with environmental management and control; · apply knowledge in areas where nursing intervention may prevent or reduce health hazards; · report on steps taken to control the significant environmental problems of the area. Work with health authorities in pointing out health care aspects and health hazards in existing human settlements and in the planning of new settlements.
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The nurse can assist communities in programs to: · reduce harmful pollutants (chemical, biological or physical, e.g., noise) in air, soil, water, and food by industries or other human efforts; · improve nutrition; · encourage family planning; · assess environmental factors in work situations and pursue activities for the elimination or reduction of hazards; · educate the general public and all levels of nursing personnel in environmental and other health hazards, especially those related to unacceptable levels of contamination.
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