AIIMS Raipur NO- 2019 (shift 3rd)
Nursing Management & leadership
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Which is the official organ of TNAI?

Appeared in: AIIMS Raipur NO- 2019 (shift 3rd)

Explanation

  • The Nursing Journal of India (NJI) is the official publication (organ) of the Trained Nurses' Association of India (TNAI).
  • It was established in 1910, shortly after the formation of TNAI, to serve as the primary communication channel for its members.
  • The journal publishes articles on nursing education, practice, research, and association news, keeping nurses informed about professional developments.
  • According to TNAI's own publications, the NJI is published monthly and distributed to nursing colleges and schools across India.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

  • Option A: The Indian Nursing Year Book is also a publication of TNAI, but it serves as a statistical and trend report, not the official monthly journal or 'organ' of the association.
  • Option C: Swasth Hind is a health magazine published by the Central Health Education Bureau, part of the Indian government. It is aimed at the general public, not specifically the nursing profession, and has no affiliation with TNAI.
  • Option D: The TNAI Manual is a handbook that outlines the constitution, rules, and regulations of the association. It is an administrative document, not a periodical journal for disseminating news and research.

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Clinical Relevance
  • Nursing practice connection: Knowing Professional Nursing Organizations in India helps nurses interpret findings accurately and avoid errors in routine assessment, medication administration, and patient teaching.
  • Staying informed through official publications like the Nursing Journal of India is crucial for professional development, allowing nurses to keep up with best practices, research, and changes in healthcare policy.
  • Membership in professional organizations like TNAI provides nurses with a collective voice to advocate for better working conditions, standardized education, and professional growth.
  • What if a nurse wants to apply for a scholarship or learn about an upcoming national nursing conference? The Nursing Journal of India would be the primary source for such official announcements and opportunities from TNAI.
How to Approach the Question
  • First, identify the key terms in the question: 'official organ' and 'TNAI'. 'Official organ' refers to a primary, regularly published journal or magazine of an organization.
  • Recall or deduce information about the Trained Nurses' Association of India (TNAI), the premier organization for nurses in India.
  • Evaluate each option. 'Nursing Journal of India' directly links a journal to the nursing profession in India.
  • Eliminate other options. 'Indian Nursing Year Book' sounds like an annual report. 'Swasth Hind' is a general health name. 'TNAI Manual' refers to a rulebook, not a journal.
  • Conclude that the 'Nursing Journal of India' is the most plausible official journal for a nursing association.
Concept Tested & Keywords
  • Concept Tested: Professional Nursing Organizations in India
  • Stem keywords: official organ, TNAI
  • Lead-in keywords: Which is
  • Negative lead-in flag: false

Question ID

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Reference Book

E6 Textbook of Nursing Management and Leadership I. Clemen — Subpart B (pp 328-654 of 982) pp. 292-294, 291-293

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