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What is Continuity of Care?
What is Community-based Care?
Healthcare provided to people who live within a defined geographic area.
What is the role of the nurse in community-based care?
Provide continuity of care, manage health, and promote self-care.
Which of the following are important roles of the nurse?
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Establishing an effective nurse-patient relationship involves reducing anxiety through __________ communication.
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What is the goal of admission to an ambulatory care setting?
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Patients admitted to the hospital receive an admission sheet that becomes part of their medical record.
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What information is included on the admission sheet?
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Which of the following is a guideline for preparing a room for a patient?
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What actions are involved in transferring a patient within a hospital setting?
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Information included in a verbal report includes patient name, age, ________ and admitting diagnosis.
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Transferring a patient to a long-term facility does not require sending a copy of the patient's chart.
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What are essential components of discharge planning?
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Which of the following is NOT a criterion for a formal discharge plan?
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What should be done before a patient leaves against medical advice (AMA)?
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Study Notes
Continuity of Care
- Ensures appropriate, uninterrupted healthcare between various settings and levels, facilitating patient transitions.
Community-based Care
- Focuses on healthcare delivery within a defined geographic area to meet individual and family needs.
- Supports patients navigating between different healthcare settings within the overall system.
Role of the Nurse in Community-based Care
- Provides continuity of care across different levels of healthcare.
- Responsible for interventions, health promotion, and managing both acute and chronic illnesses.
- Encourages self-care practices among patients.
Important Roles of the Nurse
- Acts as a teacher, collaborator, and advocate for patients.
Establishing an Effective Nurse-Patient Relationship
- Utilizes therapeutic communication to alleviate anxiety and address holistic patient needs.
- Engages with the patient as an individual, learning about their background and concerns.
- Involves family in all aspects of care for comprehensive support.
Admission to Ambulatory Care Setting
- Patients receive care without overnight stay, completing a health history as part of the process.
- Short-term procedures are supported through pre-admission screening and patient education.
Admission to the Hospital
- Admission sheet becomes part of the patient medical record.
- A bracelet is required to be placed on the patient per safety standards.
- Conducts a nursing interview and physical assessment upon admission.
Information on the Admission Sheet
- Includes patient demographics such as name, address, date of birth, gender, marital status, and provider details.
- Records critical information for care coordination and identification.
Preparing a Room for a Patient: Guidelines for Nursing Care
- Includes opening and positioning the bed, assembling necessary supplies, and adjusting the room environment.
- Nurses may delegate tasks but retain responsibility for completion.
Transfer within Hospital Setting
- Ensures smooth transfer of patient belongings and essential care documentation.
- Involves verbal reporting between nursing staff across different areas.
Information Included in Verbal Report
- Covers patient identification details, admitting diagnosis, surgical procedures, current condition, and care priorities.
- Highlights allergies, medications, treatments, and existence of advance directives.
Transferring a Patient to a Long-Term Facility
- Transmits a copy of the patient chart to the new facility, while the original remains at the hospital.
- Nurse delivers an oral report to ensure continuity of care.
Essential Components of Discharge Planning
- Initiated upon admission, assessing patient strengths, limitations, and environmental factors.
- Involves implementation of a care plan and evaluation of its effectiveness post-discharge.
Criteria for Formal Discharge Plan and Referrals
- Takes into account factors such as lack of treatment knowledge, social isolation, chronic disease diagnosis, and emotional stability.
- Considers previous surgeries, prolonged recovery needs, financial difficulties, and terminal illnesses.
Guidelines for Discharge Planning
- Focus on assessing healthcare needs, setting achievable goals, and teaching families.
- Involves providing referrals for home healthcare and evaluating the success of the discharge plan.
Leaving Against Medical Advice (AMA)
- Patients may leave the facility but must sign a release form acknowledging risks.
- Signature requires witnessing and becomes part of the medical record, releasing liability from the physician and institution.
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This quiz focuses on key concepts related to continuity of care in healthcare settings. It includes definitions of important terms such as Community-based Care and their significance in providing uninterrupted patient care. Enhance your understanding of healthcare transition processes through these flashcards.
