Describe the principles and practices involved in patient-centered care. Research ways in which professionals in the field can ensure that patients become the single biggest priority in their work. Alternatively, research and discuss how nurses deal with difficult or aggressive patients. Examine the legal implications involved with de-escalating violent patients and the rights of nurses regarding self-defense.
Compare and contrast nursing practices in the United States with those in other countries, particularly those whose cultures and economic stability vary drastically. Examine the role nurses play in these countries as well as how nurses in these countries typically view and treat patients. Investigate the requisite level of education for nurses in these countries and any other requirements.
Research and write about the level of care provided to the elderly of society. Consider the role nursing homes play in senior healthcare, paying attention to details such as common nursing home practices and patient rights within nursing homes. Also consider the flaws and benefits of Medicaid and other government programs that impact how the elderly pay for healthcare.
Describe the necessity of moral courage within the workplace. Include examples of ethical dilemmas nursing professionals may face during their careers and possible approaches they may take in dealing with these dilemmas. For another approach, consider where, if anywhere, nurses should draw the line between personal ethics and workplace policies.
Research the levels of education required for various positions in the nursing field, including nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses and registered nurses. Describe the knowledge and skills obtained with each title and the standard career opportunities available at each level. Also consider describing how contemporary educators teach the subject of nursing in comparison with how educators of the past approached the subject.
Nurses must have a solid understanding of common diseases, especially in relation to how these diseases affect patients. Choose a physical ailment impacting many patients -- like diabetes, heart disease, cancer or chronic pain -- and describe the care needs of patients with this disease. Alternatively, choose a mental disorder -- like depression, Alzheimer's or post-traumatic stress disorder -- and explain ways for nursing professionals to ease patients' symptoms.
Describe the technology and machinery involved in the field of nursing. Either focus on one specific type of technology or piece of equipment and describe it in detail, or describe the advancements made in nursing technology by providing multiple examples of technology limitations in the past that no longer exist in the present.