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Science and technology have been associated with modern Enlightenment, in a manner that elevated the rational mind over emotions and the body, a separation of the subjective mind from the object of observation, universal categories, objective observation, and linear causality. These assumptions, consolidated by Descartes and then Kant, have underpinned the philosophies of science, economics, policy, and political theory. They have shaped the modern world and enabled corporate freedom to exploit all ‘resources’ in the name of consumerism and global trade. Idealism has alienated subjective rationality from an idealised universal created world. In contrast, ancient indigenous ways of knowing are emerging as better exemplars of the interrelationship between individuals, communities, and organic and anorganic life forms. Celtic shapeshifters and praise poems forge an interwoven dance of geology, weather, plants, animals, and humanity with wisdom and politics. The Māori concept of whakapapa is the kin relations of everything, tied into complex claves as a taxonomy of familial ties. Animism was understood as pagan misidentification by modernity, but if the alienation set out by modern linear physics is severed, then the intra and inter-relationship of strata, atmosphere, ocean, and species are better relayed by indigenous philosophy than by outdated, colonial, modern assumptions. Celtic and Māori pantheism show us how entangled we are, and how special relationships are in place that last across generations.

Social isolation is a significant factor to consider when assessing the health of a given population. This article reports on a study carried out during an immersion experience with graduate nursing students that considered the experiences of Native Americans on the Crow Reservation in Montana. The exploratory, descriptive qualitative design included semi-structured interviews with eight members of the Crow nation and a focus group with three graduate students. Four themes emerged from the data: Effects of Colonization, Revival of Culture and Spiritual Influences, Lack of Resources, and Societal Impact on Health. Each theme reflected the challenge of social isolation within this population. This article describes our study and focuses on this social isolation and its significant impact on the Crow People. Participants indicated that they want to rebuild their age-old cultural practices to positively impact the health of their communities. Highlighting areas of strength and recognition of history can help them to reclaim personal and national identity. Implications for nurses include exposure to cultural immersion as a learning experience and research about the social isolation in geographically remote populations.

Care for adults with autism needing a home and services is essential to ensure this vulnerable population is treated holistically. Evidence suggests adults with autism are at risk for earlier comorbid illnesses. Medical- surgical nurses need to know and understand nursing care implications of adults with autism to ensure patient health and safety.

The scale of some environmental problems, such as climate change and human overpopulation, exceed any one nation state and require either co-ordinated governance or a shift in the culture of modernity.Heidegger, Politics and Climate Change examines this crisis alongside Heidegger's ideas about technology and modernity.

Literature reporting the evaluation of simulations for design characteristics is practically nonexistent. The Simulation Design Scale was used to evaluate the effect of time in simulation with 81 associate degree nursing students. Students completed the scale after participation in either a two-hour or four-hour nursing process simulation. As time in simulation increased, independent t -test results for the importance of elements were significant ( p = .03): Objectives and Information ( p = .002) and Fidelity ( p = .017). Scenarios written by nurse educators need to be evaluated for design characteristics, and results need to be reported.

Climate Change and Philosophy presents ten original essays by an international team of expert contributors, exploring the important contribution philosophical inquiry can make to contemporary debates to do with climate change and the global environment.

Social isolation is a significant factor to consider when assessing the health of a given population. This article reports on a study carried out during an immersion experience with graduate nursing students that considered the experiences of Native Americans on the Crow Reservation in Montana. The exploratory, descriptive qualitative design included semi-structured interviews with eight members of the Crow nation and a focus group with three graduate students. Four themes emerged from the data: Effects of Colonization, Revival of Culture and Spiritual Influences, Lack of Resources, and Societal Impact on Health. Each theme reflected the challenge of social isolation within this population. This article describes our study and focuses on this social isolation and its significant impact on the Crow People. Participants indicated that they want to rebuild their age-old cultural practices to positively impact the health of their communities. Highlighting areas of strength and recognition of history can help them to reclaim personal and national identity. Implications for nurses include exposure to cultural immersion as a learning experience and research about the social isolation in geographically remote populations.

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This paper is a philosophical analysis of Heidegger and Nietzsche's approach to metaphysics and the associated problems of nihilism. Discusses the two philosophers offer a critique of Humanism while upholding education as the wellspring of values in society. Concludes that ethical evaluation of new forms of knowledge is crucial to human development. Contains 39 references. (MZ)