Factors affecting the development of nursing specialty
Nurses' own factors.
The liberation of women themselves and the improvement of their status have promoted the development of nursing specialty.
Development of science and technology
The progress of modern science and technology has promoted the development of medicine and nursing. The use of a large number of advanced technologies and instruments has improved the diagnosis, treatment and nursing technology; The application of computer and network is helpful for nurses to consult information, make statistical analysis, exchange information and conduct distance education. Disadvantages: the cost increases, and the use of instruments to detect patients reduces contact with patients.
Changes in population structure
Population aging is a modern social problem that seriously puzzles people.
The United Nations stipulates that the population over 65 years old accounts for more than 7% of the total population as an aging country. With the increase of chronic diseases, the demand for nursing also increases.
Changes of health needs of different groups of people
Changes in disease spectrum: cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, malignant tumors, and hereditary or congenital diseases of diabetes are increasing. Life and work style, mental state, environmental factors, genetic factors and medical and health service methods are closely related to human health. New infectious diseases threaten mankind, such as AIDS and SARS.
Health needs of women and children: The maternal mortality rate in China is about 6 1.9/65438+ million, which is lower than that in developed countries; In developing countries, malnutrition, various infections and iodine deficiency are threatening children's health.
The change of health concept: physical, psychological and social health
The influence of consumer movement and the reform of medical service system
Health care service is also a market. As consumers, patients have greater initiative and the right to choose and supervise service institutions.
Consumers' awareness of self-protection has also gradually affected the medical and health industry.