As health care has become more complex and multidimensional in scope, the profession of nursing has expanded. Nurses strive to improve the quality and efficacy of care in a variety of settings and populations through the development of a dynamic foundation of scientific knowledge. Because of the rapid changes in the health field brought about through technology and research, the nurse in the society of the future must develop strategies that integrally link research and evidence based practice to meet the evolving needs of our citizens. KNF is actively recruiting community partnerships to fulfill this mission. Priority Health Needs in Kentucky Descriptive research in unexplored areas and studies related to the effectiveness of preventive approaches and interventions are needed.
Nurses influence an array of outcomes in multiple settings.
Enhance functional status, e.g., improved mobility and ability to perform activities of daily living and self-care. Improve home functioning, e.g., reduction in caregiver strain and enhanced social support. Provide a safe environment, e.g., prevention of falls and safe use of medical devices in the home. Enhance knowledge regarding disease prevention, treatment and health promotion. Control of symptoms such as pain and nausea.