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MODULE 1 & 2 STUDY GUIDE Flashcards

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What is the focus of nursing as a profession?

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Holistic, patient-centered care emphasizing health promotion and illness prevention

Nursing is a licensed, regulated profession.

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Key attributes of professional nurses include:

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  • Accountability
  • Integrity
  • Compassion
  • Respect for diversity
  • Commitment to lifelong learning

These attributes are essential for effective nursing practice.

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What are the five steps of the nursing process?

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  • Assessment
  • Diagnosis
  • Planning
  • Implementation
  • Evaluation

This systematic approach allows for individualized patient care.

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True or false: Effective communication and collaboration are essential for successful interprofessional teamwork in healthcare.

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TRUE

Effective teamwork improves patient outcomes and care quality.

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What ethical principles guide nursing behavior?

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  • Fidelity
  • Veracity
  • Justice
  • Beneficence
  • Nonmaleficence
  • Autonomy

These principles help nurses navigate ethical dilemmas.

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Define primary prevention in nursing.

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Focuses on preventing disease before it occurs

Examples include immunizations and health education.

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What is the goal of secondary prevention?

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Early detection and screening to identify diseases in their initial stages

Examples include mammograms and regular health check-ups.

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What does tertiary prevention aim to achieve?

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Reduce complications and promote rehabilitation after a disease has occurred

Examples include physical therapy and chronic disease management.

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What is the Nurse Practice Act?

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Laws in each state that govern the practice of nursing

Ensures nursing is performed safely and competently.

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The Code of Ethics for Nurses is provided by which organization?

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American Nurses Association (ANA)

It outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors for nurses.

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What does HIPAA stand for?

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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

Ensures confidentiality and privacy of patient medical information.

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What are the 5 Rights of Delegation?

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  • Right Task
  • Right Circumstance
  • Right Person
  • Right Direction/Communication
  • Right Supervision/Evaluation

These rights guide safe and effective delegation in nursing.

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What is the primary goal of seizure monitoring?

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Ensure accurate assessment and communication regarding the patient’s seizure activity

Effective documentation aids in understanding seizure patterns.

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What are key elements to document during a seizure?

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  • Time of Seizure
  • Type of Seizure
  • Body Parts Involved
  • Patient Behavior and Interventions

Accurate records help inform treatment plans.

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What is the purpose of postictal care?

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Promote recovery and prevent complications following a seizure

Key interventions include injury assessment and maintaining privacy.

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What are the types of restraints used in nursing?

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  • Physical restraints
  • Chemical restraints

Restraints restrict a patient’s movement and must be used according to guidelines.

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What does ABC prioritization stand for?

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  • Airway
  • Breathing
  • Circulation

This framework guides nurses in emergency situations.

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What is the significance of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs in nursing?

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Framework for prioritizing patient care based on physiological and psychological needs

Physiological needs must be addressed before higher-level needs.

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What is the role of nurses in the Healthy People 2030 initiative?

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Advocacy, education, and prevention efforts

Nurses are integral to implementing the goals of this national initiative.

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What is the definition of self-concept in health?

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Encompasses personal identity, body image, self-esteem, and role performance

It influences health behaviors and coping mechanisms.

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What are vulnerable populations in healthcare?

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  • Older adults
  • Children
  • Individuals with disabilities
  • Low-income or homeless individuals
  • LGBTQIA+ communities

Nurses play a key role in reducing health disparities for these groups.

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What are the 5 Rights of Delegation in nursing?

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  • Right Task
  • Right Circumstance
  • Right Person
  • Right Direction/Communication
  • Right Supervision/Evaluation

These rights ensure safe and effective delegation of tasks in nursing.

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True or false: The Right Task in delegation means ensuring the task is appropriate for delegation.

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TRUE

It is essential to determine if the task can be delegated based on its complexity and the skill level required.

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What does the Right Circumstance in delegation involve?

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Assessing the situation to determine if delegation is appropriate

This includes considering the patient’s condition and the environment.

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Who should be chosen for delegation according to the **Right Person**?
The UAP who is best prepared to perform the task ## Footnote Ensure they have the necessary training and competence.
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What is included in the **Right Direction/Communication**?
Providing clear instructions and expectations ## Footnote This ensures the UAP knows what they need to perform the task effectively.
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What is the purpose of the **Right Supervision/Evaluation**?
To monitor the delegated task and provide feedback ## Footnote Establish a plan for follow-up to evaluate performance and patient response.
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List tasks that are **appropriate for UAP**.
* Bathing * Grooming * Dressing * Positioning * Taking vital signs * Collecting specimens * Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) ## Footnote These tasks can be delegated as they do not require nursing judgment.
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What tasks **cannot be delegated** to UAP?
* Medication administration * Complex assessments ## Footnote These tasks require nursing judgment and cannot be performed by UAP.
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What are the **key principles of therapeutic communication**?
* Using interpreters * Creating a distraction-free environment * Open-ended questions * Assessing knowledge ## Footnote These principles enhance understanding and retention in patient education.
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What qualities characterize **therapeutic communication**?
* Empathy * Respect * Genuineness * Concreteness * Confrontation ## Footnote These qualities foster effective communication with patients.
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What is the purpose of **two-factor patient authentication**?
To verify patient identity using two identifiers ## Footnote This helps prevent errors in patient care.
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What should be done in case of a **needlestick injury**?
* Wash hands immediately * Inform the charge nurse ## Footnote Follow proper reporting procedures to ensure safety.
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What strategies can be implemented for **fall prevention**?
* Assess fall risk * Use non-slip socks * Keep two side rails up * Lower the bed * Position the patient near the nursing station ## Footnote These strategies help ensure patient safety in the hospital.
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Define **cultural competency** in nursing.
Providing care that respects and incorporates patients' values, beliefs, and preferences ## Footnote This is essential for effective patient-centered care.
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What does the abbreviation **PO** stand for in nursing?
By mouth ## Footnote This abbreviation is commonly used in medication administration.
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What does **TID** mean in nursing abbreviations?
Three times a day ## Footnote This indicates the frequency of medication administration.
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What does the abbreviation **BID** represent?
Twice a day ## Footnote This is used to indicate how often a medication should be taken.
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What does **AC** stand for in nursing?
Before meals ## Footnote This is important for timing medication administration.
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What does **d/c** mean in nursing terminology?
Discharge or discontinue ## Footnote This abbreviation is used in patient care documentation.
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What does **PC** mean in nursing abbreviations?
After meals ## Footnote This indicates the timing for medication administration.
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What does **QID** stand for?
Four times a day ## Footnote This is used to specify the frequency of medication administration.
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What does **QH** indicate in nursing?
Every hour ## Footnote This is important for scheduling medication doses.
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