Politics

Naveed Sharif is a Final Year MBBS Student, he has written an article on Provocative Silence, Political Structure in Pakistan and Future of Middle East. Must read his article on www.update.pk

Provocative Silence

Dark night with cold breeze was there, which is usually a concern for the residents of hilly station Abbottabad. The emotions and feelings of residents are directly proportional to the climatic changes. In fact it is true through out the year. People care very much about the weather and its fluctuations here, sunny day in winter season is usually welcomed and windy nights are sensational.

But, despite of cold dark night, weather was no more issue tonight. It is 18th February 2008 and clock just struck 9pm. Today was the day of ?mother of election? according to President Mushraf. A day of hope and time of change, the moments of decision and the events of erratic events, truly, in narrow prospective, ?The Judgment Day?.

Although the rumors and the views are indicative but lack of certainty was there. Nobody can claim with certainty about the outcome of process and communities of both fro and foe of presidency camp not sure about their claims, views and previews. Every thing depended upon the feelings and decision of silence of Pakistan, a common man of Pakistan. He was given the justice post, the authority?s power and the directing force just on time in five years. That man who was suffered from poverty, inflation, disregards, negligence and was with bruised soul and sentiments. He has nothing left behind to rely upon and to be proud off. He virtually lost everything, truly. And, when he got chance of revenge, he took challenge and showed and expressed the hidden hatred building in him for the last one-decade against establishment, irrespective of its form.

Yes it is expected to some extent but such a huge turn down was out of question. Every political party cried high and expressed loudly, preemptively, about pre poll rigging and insisted more on intra poll and post poll rebellion behavior. But results were sensational enough for the local media to get hype and high in people?s minds, But not as true for the international media. They presume, predicted, portrayed and proved that reemergence of political forces.

There could be many critical factors for their analysis but firstly; western antiterrorism coalition wanted a public backed government of pro western allies in Pakistan. Secondly; collateral damages started bothering armed establishment in Pakistan. You can?t just take this armed establishment as for granted, as they have their own goals, own plan of actions and own way of getting results. You can?t dictate it for long time. It may be the point, which really jolted the presidential camp, which has to sack down the previous ruling coalition regime to fulfill the demand of DO MORE. Thirdly; western think tanks read the minds of Pakistani public and accommodated their policies according to wishes of Pakistanis. Infact, this is power of public opinion which moved the out flux of ideas from western policy maker?s minds, so they have to appreciate, accept and have to in line with running stream.

History of democracy tells us that it is name of slow and steady change and continuous struggle. You can?t build Rome in one day. You have to wait and collateral efforts are required like a switch in time. Struggle initiated by one generation carried on by next one and then next process going on till after several decades the fruitful results start revealing. But as a nation we show signs of urgency, wants to have results even waiting long enough to allow time to get ripen. As all we know, the life of premature change is very thin. Secondly, the process of democracy needs continuity. Any disruption and breakdown, results not only in sudden halt of the process but also put cart in reverse gear. Same vicious cycle repeated again and again in Pakistan so many times that it is now become the second nature of politics here, read as pseudo politics.

Here comes the point, where the next coming governing regime have to manipulate wisely. Agenda of western world is sill on their table and will and efforts for that agenda is not looking tired up, rather in action. That is to counter down the freedom fighter read as terrorist in Afghanistan supported by western borders of Pakistan. Currently the issues of inflation, economic disability and energy crisis was the slogans of election campaign but the real threat is exogenous, and even this will become the main concern of Pakistani publics because of declining law and order situation in country.

Mess created by previous government further ignited by the Caretaker one is so much heaped up that extra ordinary wisdom, tremendous struggle and mammoth determination is essential to put the vehicle back on track.
No doubt, public of Pakistan, by rejecting the LOTAS, has fulfilled the long waited demand of general concise but still lot need to be done. It is the test case. Let?s hope that the current parliament may be able to complete the numerable moments before collapsing again into hands of cruel and wicked establishment.

Naveed Sharif is a Final Year MBBS Student, he has written an article on Pakistan?s Youth, and Start writing articles on Environmental Health and Viral Disease. Must read his article on www.update.pk

Pakistan Youth

Evening has just set in. People were preparing to sum up their daily routine and preparing to set off for their homes. But in biggest institution of Abbottabad, there was different situation building up. Every body in Ayub Medical Complex was rushing towards the emergency of hospital. One of the teachers of Ayub Medical College was shot. With going in detail of conflict, it is important to know that an unrest start developing among students. All students passed through the chain of events of sorrow, irritation and revenge. They lost their temper, burst into sequential of violence. And finally, not only the citizen of hazara but the whole segments of Pakistan including civil society, politician, media and different forms of establishment witnessed and experienced the bitterness of student reaction. Most of us still remember the sequence of scenes portrayed and displayed and have an unpleasant taste in our minds.

It is not a point of arguing on the legitimacy of students, what is expectation from respondents, that they will feel the strength of unity, vitality of student power and impact of awareness. Today?s student is ambassador of revolution. He has intellectual mind, decisive will and strength full muscles that can change the course and fate of events. What is needed is proper awareness and channalising the flow of information in precise and accurate direction.

Before jumping to role of students in current country?s socio-political status, expressing a view in relation to misnomer of ?Student Politics?. Being 20% of Pakistan population, youth does keep sentiments and perception concerning to his homeland. According universally accepted right of expression and organization, nobody has lawful legitimacy to put bars on these rights. This vibrant segment of nation should have opportunity to put their share in society efforts. As age limit for voter is also reduced to 18 years, nobody can stop them from any lawful expression activities.

In depth there is some hidden scheme and goals of different forms of establishments of country who want to prevent student to become vocalist both inside and outside the institutions regarding socio-political situation of homeland. They admit and have experienced the strength of students and driving force they have to change the end result of whole game plan crafted by them over period of several years. So, they abstain them from them from their basic rights in name of so called ?Student Politics?, ?student?s wings of political parties?, ?danger to institution?s peaceful environment? etc. There is some reality in derailing of minority of students but accusing and punishing whole student community for crime of few puppets can?t be justified morally, ethically and legally. Revolutionary changes are acceptable for mode and dimension of expression but to call off this basic right from denovo is unacceptable and challengeable.

Coming to fate defining moments of Pakistan, unrest and quest for struggle among students is felt and acknowledged by various segments of society. This surge can be ultimate turning point. Who knows, that this awakening struggle for true democracy, independent judiciary and reinstatement of constitution turn table over odds.

Its wakeup call for us especially for youth, a green signal for adrenaline rush, an ignition charge for screeching take off. Country?s current traumatized condition needs fresh blood, bubbling with enthusiasm and passion. The asking role is of Iqbal?s Shaheen.

Core demand of issue is a sensible approach and lawful manner of struggle and protest. It?s not time to sit back and pass on lounge comments. What ever way and mean in hand should be customized according to needy conditions. Struggle can be manipulated in different ways. Protest can be of unique forms. Its test of our creative skill and exploring abilities. The conventional forms need modifications and old fashioned ways have to replaced with new looks. To impress, convince and ensure support of general public needs new trends of appealing trends. We have to avoid element of violence as it add impurities in crystal clear sentiments. Hence, our role starts first from self education including our self, family, friends on current issues and then conveying this understanding to other student communities. Preparing plate form and building confidence of civil society for struggle of revolution, which is destiny of not only our home land but for whole world.

Lastly, salute to the segments of society like media both print and electronic, lawyers and judges and human right activists for their bravery and courage for sustaining their struggle like lighting up a candle in deep dark storm of opposition. Go ahead, you will not be alone in this courageous movement as you will always find students on your side.

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"Nursing from the beginning has existed in various forms in every culture, while the definition of nursing and its practice has changed significantly over time. The oldest form of the word is found in the English language from the 14th century and referred to a woman employed to suckle and generally care for a younger child. In the 15th century, nursing developed in the idea of looking after or advising another, and not necessarily meaning a woman looking after a child. The idea of nourishing in the broadest sense refers in modern nursing to promoting quality of life.

Nursing from the beginning has existed in various forms in every culture, while the definition of nursing and its practice has changed significantly over time. The oldest form of the word is found in the English language from the 14th century and referred to a woman employed to suckle and generally care for a younger child. In the 15th century, nursing developed in the idea of looking after or advising another, and not necessarily meaning a woman looking after a child. The idea of nourishing in the broadest sense refers in modern nursing to promoting quality of life.
When this concept took its birth, nuns and the military often provided nursing-like services. The religious and military roots of modern nursing remain in evidence today in many countries.

During the World War, a significant development in nursing history arose when Florence Nightingale, working to improve conditions of soldiers in the Crimean War, laid the foundation stone of professional nursing with the principles.

New Zealand was the first country to regulate nurses nationally, with the implementation of the Nurses Registration Act on the 12th of September, 1901. Ellen Dougherty was the first Registered Nurse. North Carolina was the first state in the United States to pass a nursing licensure law in 1903.
Today Nurses are often in key management roles within health services and hold research posts at universities.

Nursing as a profession
The aim of the worldwide nursing community is to develop the profession guided by continuing education based on nursing research, and to regulate standards of competency and ethics. There are a number of educational paths to becoming a professional nurse, but all involve extensive study of nursing theory and practice and training in clinical skills.

Nursing practice
Nursing practice is mainly the caring relationship between the nurse and the patient in their care. In providing nursing care, nurses are implementing the nursing care plan, which is based on a nursing assessment.

Definition:

NCLEX Introduction
The NCLEX tests are required to receive professional licensure in the field of nursing and are created by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). The NCLEX means National Council Licensure Examination.

The NCLEX tests are designed to be one of the final hurdles in nursing career. Consequently, the questions focus on the ability of the candidate to make decisions in various patient care scenarios under critical conditions. The NCLEX test requires that the candidate understand the basic principles of nursing and apply this to different elements of patient safety management.

The key NCLEX testing tips are stated as follows:
1. Assess, Assess, Assess: In almost all cases something can be done before contacting the MD.
2. Prioritize: Delegate to the appropriate support personal and prioritize your tasks.
3. Review Medical Terminology: Understand the definition of all medical abbreviations and terminology used in the NCLEX questions.

Schools of Nursing:

Aga Khan University School of Nursing:
Established in 1980, Aga Khan University School of Nursing (AKU-SON) was the first academic component of AKU and its Faculty of Health Sciences. The School offers several programs in nursing, including a three-year Diploma Program, Pakistan"s first four year BScN and a two-year Post RN BScN, as well as the first Master of Science in Nursing (MScN) which started in October 2001. Four-year BScN and MScN are the only program of its kind in Pakistan.

Since its commencement, AKU-SON has played a leading role in establishing an internationally acceptable model for nursing education and practice in Pakistan, and has trained 2,232 nurses

Pakistan became the first Muslim country to achieve chapter status in the Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) global network when, in 2000, Aga Khan University School of Nursing Honour Society received its Charter.