Professional BehaviorsIt is not enough to simply be knowledgeable to be labeled as a trained professional in a particular field. Merriam Webster defines professionalism as “the competence, good judgment, and polite behavior expected of a person trained to do a job well” (Webster, 2014). In order to be considered a professional, a nursing student must follow a specific set of behaviors that exemplify professionalism. These behaviors must be practiced in all situations and with all populations. Some examples of professional behavior include selflessness, integrity, and knowledge, to name a few. Altruism is a type of professional behavior. In practicing this, the individual must put aside all personal interests and prioritize the best interests of others around them. The nurse must be committed to performing duties to the highest possible standards. This is evidenced by the fact that a nurse stays during her shift to ensure that patients' needs are taken into account. A good example can be seen when a nurse's patient is experiencing uncontrollable pain. Despite several documents...