Nursing in Rural and Frontier Areas - Assignment Example

One thinks that the author used appropriate sources of information.  The policies and programs of the government mentioned in the article are relevant to the topic being discussed.  The government programs that are cited give value to the ideas communicated by the author. The arguments presented are adequately supported by studies and literature in the field of interest.  Table 1 outlined the reasons for choosing a rural nursing practice and Table 2 which showed the challenges associated with the rural nursing practice were helpful in driving the message that the author wishes to convey.  It gives a clear picture of the state of nurses in rural communities.

Application

            I find the article very meaningful because it gives me a clearer understanding of the difficulties faced by rural nurses as opposed to those working in urban areas.  It made me sympathize with them regarding the challenges that they face, yet still choose to have a career in rural areas, when they in fact have a choice.  I also feel that the government must do its part in supporting these rural practitioners.  Although private institutions can help through educational support for nurses, I believe that a greater part of the funding should come from the government.  Rural nurses contribute a lot to the healthcare services of rural areas, especially in the absence of physicians.  If the government cannot support them, the rural areas will not have access to quality healthcare services.  Government should think of incentives for rural nurses so that our country can expect an increase in their number.  Government should coordinate with the regional medical directors and the rural nurses themselves and conduct a needs assessment in rural areas to determine the training and professional skills needed by the nurses serving in the remote areas.  Medical educational institutions must also be supportive in this area. 

            This article has enlightened me regarding the travails of a rural nurse.  I appreciate the presentation of the author and the strategies proposed.  I believe that the author has conveyed her message clearly, that is, rural nurses play major roles in delivering healthcare services in rural communities; thus, government and private institutions must give them all the support that they need to provide quality healthcare service.