'Global health' and 'global nursing': proposed definitions from The Global Advisory Panel on the Future of Nursing. (8th April 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wilson, Lynda; Mendes, Isabel Amelia Costa; Klopper, Hester; Catrambone, Cathy; Al‐Maaitah, Rowaida; Norton, Mary E.; Hill, Martha
• Is Part Of: Journal of advanced nursing. Volume 72:Number 7(2016:Jul.)
• Page Start: 1529
• Page End: 1540
• Publication Date: 2016-04-08
• Subjects: definition -- global health -- global nursing; Nursing -- Periodicals; 610.7305
• DOI: 10.1111/jan.12973
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0309-2402

Abstract

Abstract: Aims: To propose definitions of global health and global nursing that reflect the new paradigm that integrates domestic and international health. Background: Increased globalization has led to expanded awareness of the importance of global health and global nursing among students and faculty in the health professions and among policymakers and practitioners. Design: Discussion paper that includes a discussion and review of the literature related to global health and global nursing. Data sources: A task force searched for and reviewed articles published in English, Spanish or Portuguese between 2005‐2015, developed summaries, listed key elements, identified prevalent themes and developed consensus definitions. Implications for nursing: The definitions will be used by the Global Advisory Panel on the Future of Nursing to guide promoting a voice and vision for nursing that will contribute to the advancement of the profession's contribution to global health. Conclusions: Definitions of global health and global nursing were developed based on main themes and concepts identified in the literature review to guide contributions of nursing to global health.