Year: 2010
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The success of our political process is dependent on citizens' active participation in the policy arena.Registered nurse participation in the policy arena, specifically the health policy arena, has the potential to impact health care policy and ultimately health outcomes.This research examined registered nurses' level of involvement in health policy, reasons for participation or lack of participation, and registered nurses' education relative to health policy.Registered nurses' political perceptions and practices related to involvement in health policy activities were examined within the context of the Social Cognitive Theory and the Health Belief Model of behavior change.Relationships between self efficacy components, identified benefits and barriers, and demographic data were examined relative to registered nurses' participation in the political arena.Factor analysis was used to identify predictors of involvement in health policy.Results indicate that a majority (73.5%) of nurses were involved in two or fewer health policy activities over a two year period, with over one-fourth (26.5%) reporting no participation in health This work is dedicated to my children, Adrian and Nicole.You have been my inspiration and motivation to continue.May you always believe that all things are possible!vi Acknowledgements This dissertation would not have been possible without the work of my committee, who gave guidance and instruction, and created a culture that supports learning, professional growth, and personal growth.Thank you does not seem enough for the hours of coaching, instructing and support that I received.You are my role models, and I hope that I can be the inspiration and motivation to my students that you have been for me.A special note of thanks to Dr. James Price, who offered encouragement as well as instruction, and consistently went above and beyond reasonable expectations.
Author: Diane Salvador
Institution: University of Toledo
Language: English
Subfield: Issues, ethics and legal aspects
Field: Nursing
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2207594878