21 Nursing Problems Theory by Faye Glenn Abdellah

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What is the primary focus of Faye Glenn Abdellah's theory of 21 Nursing Problems?

Developing a systematic nursing diagnosis approach. (correct)

Enhancing the role of nurse administrators.

Promoting emotional well-being in patients.

Focusing on physical health assessment only.

How did Faye Glenn Abdellah's early experiences influence her career choice?

She was encouraged by her professors at Columbia University.

Witnessing the Hindenburg disaster motivated her to help others. (correct)

She was inspired by her family's healthcare background.

She wanted to pursue a technical profession initially.

Which degree did Faye Abdellah receive first from Columbia University?

Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. (correct)

Master of Arts degree in physiology.

Doctor of Medicine degree.

Doctor of Education degree.

What significant administrative action did Abdellah take while at Yale University?

Burned textbooks that lacked scientific basis. Signup and view all the answers

What leadership role did Faye Glenn Abdellah achieve in her military career?

Rear Admiral. Signup and view all the answers

What did Faye Abdellah's model emphasize in terms of nursing practice?

The importance of nursing diagnoses as part of care. Signup and view all the answers

In what year did Faye Abdellah earn her Doctor of Education degree?

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Which aspects were notably progressive in Abdellah's nursing model?

Recognition of nursing diagnoses. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a goal of Abdellah’s nursing problems related to sustaining care needs?

To promote the development of interpersonal relationships Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key focuses in the restorative care needs as outlined by Abdellah?

Facilitating awareness of self as an individual Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing skill is described as essential for recognizing the health status of patients?

Observation of health status Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT included in nursing as a comprehensive service?

Implementing technological advancements Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following needs pertains to facilitating body functions and maintaining balance?

Sustaining care needs Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary role of nursing in promoting safety?

Preventing accidents and the spread of infection Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing skill involves directing the work of others?

The direction of work of others Signup and view all the answers

The concept of interrelatedness of emotions and organic illness is emphasized in which care need category?

Remedial care needs Signup and view all the answers

What significant research initiative did Faye Glenn Abdellah lead in 1957?

Progressive patient care Signup and view all the answers

Which title did Faye Glenn Abdellah hold from 1982 to 1989?

Deputy Surgeon General Signup and view all the answers

Which year was Faye Glenn Abdellah recognized as a 'living legend'?

1994 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Abdellah's 21 nursing problems theory?

Patient-centered care Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the ten steps to identify a patient’s problem as outlined by Abdellah?

Learn to know the patient Signup and view all the answers

What role did Faye Glenn Abdellah serve in from 1970 to 1987?

Chief Nurse Officer Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of the step 'Validate the patient’s conclusions about his nursing problems'?

To ensure a comprehensive patient assessment Signup and view all the answers

During her career with the U.S. Public Health Service, in which aspect was Abdellah primarily involved?

Improving nursing practice Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of nursing services according to Abdellah?

The individual's total health needs Signup and view all the answers

Which category of nursing problems addresses the emotional and interpersonal needs of patients?

Remedial care needs Signup and view all the answers

How are the client's health needs viewed within the framework of Abdellah's theory?

As problems that can be overt or covert Signup and view all the answers

What is considered essential in providing quality professional nursing care?

Ability to identify and solve both overt and covert problems Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the four categories of patient needs identified by Abdellah?

Preventive care needs Signup and view all the answers

What does Abdelah suggest is necessary to achieve health?

Dynamic interaction with internal and external forces Signup and view all the answers

In Abdellah's nursing theory, covert problems are often related to which of the following?

Emotional and sociological factors Signup and view all the answers

What overarching concept unifies the categories of nursing problems in Abdellah's theory?

Holistic understanding of patients Signup and view all the answers

What primary goal does nursing aim to achieve concerning the individual?

To help individuals become more self-directing in maintaining health Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the nursing process after the assessment phase?

Formulating a nursing diagnosis and developing a care plan Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of collaborating with allied health professions in nursing?

To plan for optimal health across various community levels Signup and view all the answers

What challenge is highlighted in Faye Abdellah's approach to nursing?

Balancing between disease-centered and client-centered care Signup and view all the answers

What is a vital aspect of the evaluation phase in the nursing process?

Determining if nursing goals are met based on interventions Signup and view all the answers

How should nurses approach data collection during the assessment phase?

Utilizing standard procedures as the basis for gathering information Signup and view all the answers

What does the nursing care plan ultimately aim to address?

Achieving overall client needs through specific interventions Signup and view all the answers

What role does continuous evaluation and research play in nursing?

To improve and develop nursing techniques continuously Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Faye Glenn Abdellah: Overview

Born March 13, 1919, in New York to an Algerian father and a Scottish mother.
Nursing research pioneer, known for developing the "Twenty-One Nursing Problems" theory.
First woman and nurse to achieve the rank of two-star rear admiral in the U.S. Public Health Service.
Advocated for nursing diagnoses during a time when it was not traditionally accepted.

Educational Background

Obtained a nursing diploma from Fitkin Memorial Hospital’s School of Nursing in the 1940s.
Earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (1945), Master of Arts degree in Physiology (1947), and Doctor of Education degree (1955) from Columbia University.

Career Highlights

Served on the faculty at Yale University and pioneered the scientific basis for nursing practice.
Worked with the U.S. Public Health Service from 1949 to 1989, focusing on nursing practices in various international assignments.
As Chief Nurse Officer (1970-1987) and then Deputy Surgeon General (1982-1989), she influenced healthcare policies.

Abdellah's Twenty-One Nursing Problems Theory

Emphasizes nursing as an art and science aimed at meeting health needs.
The theory organizes nursing around identifying and solving both overt and covert patient problems.

Major Concepts

Individual: Defines nursing recipients as individuals and families.
Health: Focuses on achieving total health needs without a strict definition; viewed as dynamic interaction with resources.
Society: Encompasses planning for health at various levels while focusing on individuals.
Nursing Problems: Considers client health needs as problems that can be overt or covert.
Problem Solving: Advocates for identifying and solving both visible and hidden nursing problems.

Categories of Patient Needs

Divides patient needs into three main categories:
- Physical, sociological, emotional
- Interpersonal relationships between patient and nurse
- Common elements of patient care

Four Categories of Patient Needs

Basic Needs: Hygiene, physical comfort, activity promotion, safety, body mechanics.
Sustenance Care Needs: Oxygen supply, nutrition, elimination, fluid balance, understanding body responses.
Remedial Care Needs: Acceptance of feelings, emotional and organic illness interrelation, interpersonal relationships, personal goals.
Restorative Care Needs: Setting realistic goals, community resource utilization, understanding social problems.

Nursing Skills

Includes observation, communication, knowledge application, patient and family education, planning, resource utilization, and problem-solving.

Nursing as a Comprehensive Service

Recognizes nursing problems, decides appropriate actions, and provides continuous care tailored to individual needs.
Involves instruction to nursing personnel and family, adjustment to limitations, collaboration with health professionals, and ongoing evaluation.

Patient-Centered Approaches

Abdellah's approach is a blend of client-centered and nursing-centered paradigms, aiming to address the total client needs beyond disease focus.

Nursing Process Integration

The assessment phase involves data collection addressing overt and covert problems.
Leads to nursing diagnosis and care planning, followed by implementation and evaluation of interventions to achieve goals.

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This quiz explores Faye Glenn Abdellah’s influential theory of 21 Nursing Problems. Learners will discuss its importance, metaparadigms, and how to relate its core ideas to daily practices in nursing. Engage with this foundational nursing framework and enhance your understanding of patient care.