12 Questions
What is the normal range for adult body temperature when taken orally?
36.5 - 37.5oC
Which of the following conditions is characterized by body temperature above the normal range?
Hyperpyrexia
What could be the cause of a false high blood pressure reading if the cuff is too tight and narrow?
Hypertension
What is the term used to describe the inability to breathe fast enough or deeply enough?
Dyspnea
At what pulse rate would a person be classified as having tachycardia?
Above 100 beats/min
Which artery is commonly used during CPR to assess pulse rate?
Carotid artery
What is the purpose of the Assessment step in the Nursing Process?
To establish a database.
In the Nursing Process, what type of data includes symptoms described by the patient?
Subjective data
Which step of the Nursing Process involves the use of senses, laboratory results, and intuition to collect data?
Assessment
What does the Planning step in the Nursing Process involve?
Devising a plan of care based on assessment data.
Which step of the Nursing Process focuses on carrying out the care plan devised in the Planning step?
Implementation
How does the Nursing Process elevate nursing from a vocation to a profession?
By incorporating a problem-solving approach.
Explore the evolution of the Nursing Process from a 3-step process to the current 6-step process (ADOPIE - 1991). Learn about the key components: Assessment, Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation.
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