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What is the primary purpose of the practice acts in nursing?
What is the primary purpose of the practice acts in nursing?
- To protect the public and define the legal scope of practice for nurses (correct)
- To provide guidelines for managing healthcare facilities
- To establish a uniform code of ethics for all healthcare professionals
- To define the education requirements for medical doctors
Which of the following is NOT a step in the implementation phase of nursing care?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the implementation phase of nursing care?
- Observing and reporting significant changes in the patient's condition
- Assisting patients with daily living activities and encouraging self-care
- Applying nursing knowledge to promote health and prevent disability
- Collecting initial assessment data from the patient (correct)
During the evaluation phase of nursing care, which aspect is essential for determining the effectiveness of the care provided?
During the evaluation phase of nursing care, which aspect is essential for determining the effectiveness of the care provided?
- Reporting all findings to the healthcare administrator only
- Measuring progress towards the stated health goals (correct)
- Setting new educational objectives for healthcare workers
- Conducting a follow-up assessment without involving the patient
What is involved in the assessment phase of the nursing process?
What is involved in the assessment phase of the nursing process?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of nursing knowledge in the implementation phase?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of nursing knowledge in the implementation phase?
What was a key belief included in Nightingale's curriculum for nursing education?
What was a key belief included in Nightingale's curriculum for nursing education?
Which of the following was the first official school for practical nursing?
Which of the following was the first official school for practical nursing?
What was the primary purpose of caregiving skills as mentioned?
What was the primary purpose of caregiving skills as mentioned?
What role did the Army School of Nursing serve during World War I?
What role did the Army School of Nursing serve during World War I?
Which therapeutic technique helps a patient consider solutions to problems?
Which therapeutic technique helps a patient consider solutions to problems?
What is a significant focus of evidence-based nursing?
What is a significant focus of evidence-based nursing?
Which of the following conditions was NOT a focus of nursing according to Nightingale?
Which of the following conditions was NOT a focus of nursing according to Nightingale?
What was a unique aspect of instruction in Nightingale's training program?
What was a unique aspect of instruction in Nightingale's training program?
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Early Nursing Education
- Florence Nightingale established the first Nightingale training school for nurses at St. Thomas Hospital in England.
- Nightingale's curriculum emphasized key principles, including the importance of nutrition, fresh air, occupational and recreational therapy, and meeting patients' personal needs.
- The Ballard School in New York, founded in 1892 by the YWCA, offered a 3-month practical nursing course.
- The National League of Nursing Education established formal standards for practical nursing education.
- The Household Nursing School in Boston (later renamed the Shepard-Gill School of Practical Nursing) was established to train nurses for home care.
- The Army School of Nursing was opened during World War I to increase the number of practical nurses.
Caregiving Skills
- Caregiving skills focus on restoring and maintaining health and preventing illness.
- Interventions are actions taken to improve, maintain, or restore health.
- Examples include assisting with hygiene, using technical medical equipment, and ensuring patient safety during invasive procedures.
Therapeutic Communication
- Therapeutic communication techniques help patients cope with illness or challenging situations.
- Active listening is a therapeutic technique that encourages patients to explore solutions.
- Building trust with patients is crucial for effective communication, education, and care.
Evidence-Based Nursing
- Evidence-based nursing emphasizes using the best research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide care.
- Globally, evidence-based nursing has gained significant traction in the past two decades.
Nursing Practice Acts
- Practice acts define legal requirements for nursing licensure, education, and scope of practice.
- These acts are intended to protect the public.
Nursing Process
- The nursing process is used to plan, implement, and evaluate health services and nursing care.
- Assessment/data collection involves gathering information about the patient, family, and community.
- Planning includes setting health goals.
- Implementation involves putting the nursing plan into action and monitoring progress.
- Evaluation assesses progress towards goals and adjusts the care plan as needed.
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