ePortfolio activity 1 (HLSC121)

"There is one quality which one must possess to win, and that is definiteness of purpose, the knowledge of what one wants, and a burning desire to possess it." Napoleon Hill (1883-1970) Napoleon Hill is widely considered to be one of the greatest American writers on success. Using this quote write about what motivates you to do nursing; why this subject is important to you in meeting this goal and finally how you plan to achieve success in HLSC121.

Answer: Based on Nepoleon Hills above quote, Person can success when s/he setup single goal with purpose and start work toward goal, I have few years work experience as paramedics, I was enjoying from that work and goal setup nurse as career choice. Both of them motivate me to study nursing. Nursing career selection isnt easy task; its depends upon various factors and guided by intrinsic and extrinsic factors. It is influence form personal, socioeconomical and environmental factors such as personal capacity, interest, social perception, career choice. For me, it is guided by different factors such as can work closely with people (co-operative but independent), community respect for the nursing profession, employment security over life of nursing, flexible working hours. Nurses are important in the health facilities because they deal patient emotions in the ward and community; they require close contact with patient. I must pass every subject of Bachelor of Nursing to get nursing degree. HLSC 121 Health Assessment is one important subject between various subjects. I will do following tasks to achieve success in HLSC 121.
a. Study habit: I will take note while listening alternatively during lecture and find

more books or resources to find answer that satisfy my query and doubt about Ramji Prasad Paudel, S00109847 HLSC 121 Activity 1
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subject matter. I will seek consultation with my instructors and friends about my clarification such as assignment and other task if necessary.

b. Participation: I will place myself to learn subject matter and take all classes

and regular involve in group discussion and class questioning.

Reference
1. Newton, J.M., Kelly, C.M., Krenser, A.K., Jolly, B., & Billett, S. (2009). The

motivations to nurse: An exploration of factors amongst undergraduate students, registered nurses and nurse managers. Journal of Nursing Management, 17(3), 392400.

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