PubMed · 2005 · 23 citations · 0 references
EducationAdvanced Practice NursingNurse Practitioner PracticeNursing LeadershipProfessional CompetenciesProfessional Identity DevelopmentProfessional ValuesMedical ProfessionalismNurse InteractionProfessional AppearanceProfessional Role DevelopmentProfessional SkillsProfessional StereotypesProfessionalism In Clinical RelationshipsProfessionalism In Patient Care
Appearance, behavior, dress, and communication skills play an important role in the image that a nurse projects. As the nurse interacts with patients, families, community members, corporate personnel, and policymakers, he or she must reflect a professional image.