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Which nursing concept focuses on the relationships between nursing, patients, health, and the environment?
Which nursing concept focuses on the relationships between nursing, patients, health, and the environment?
- Evaluation of patient care
- Nursing models (correct)
- Care plans
- Health care provider's orders
Which of the following nursing strategies aims to reduce the number of employees while maintaining quality patient care?
Which of the following nursing strategies aims to reduce the number of employees while maintaining quality patient care?
- Cross-training (correct)
- Team nursing
- Use of critical pathways
- Case management
What is the primary purpose of licensing laws for LPN/LVNs?
What is the primary purpose of licensing laws for LPN/LVNs?
- To limit the number of LPN/LVNs
- To increase revenue for the state board of nursing
- Prevention of malpractice
- Protection of the public from unqualified people (correct)
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which premise underlies the organization of human needs?
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which premise underlies the organization of human needs?
What is the first step in a legal case where a nurse is involved?
What is the first step in a legal case where a nurse is involved?
What legal concept describes the nurse's responsibility for a patient's care in an acute care setting?
What legal concept describes the nurse's responsibility for a patient's care in an acute care setting?
Which of the following is NOT a component considered in nursing models?
Which of the following is NOT a component considered in nursing models?
Which nursing strategy aims to improve efficiency by standardizing care for specific diagnoses?
Which nursing strategy aims to improve efficiency by standardizing care for specific diagnoses?
Which of the following best defines 'standard of care'?
Which of the following best defines 'standard of care'?
What is a potential consequence of inadequate LPN/LVN licensing regulations?
What is a potential consequence of inadequate LPN/LVN licensing regulations?
What is a 'deposition' in the context of a legal case involving a nurse?
What is a 'deposition' in the context of a legal case involving a nurse?
What does the term 'advocacy' mean in the context of nursing?
What does the term 'advocacy' mean in the context of nursing?
Which aspect of Maslow's hierarchy of needs emphasizes the pursuit of personal growth and fulfillment?
Which aspect of Maslow's hierarchy of needs emphasizes the pursuit of personal growth and fulfillment?
What legal concept is most directly related to the nurse's accountability for their actions?
What legal concept is most directly related to the nurse's accountability for their actions?
Which of these is NOT a legal concept related to nursing practice?
Which of these is NOT a legal concept related to nursing practice?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a 'summons' in a legal case?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a 'summons' in a legal case?
Which of the following must be present for a court to find a nurse liable for malpractice?
Which of the following must be present for a court to find a nurse liable for malpractice?
What defines acts that are required, permitted, or prohibited in nursing care?
What defines acts that are required, permitted, or prohibited in nursing care?
What is the primary difference between a nurse's values and standards of care?
What is the primary difference between a nurse's values and standards of care?
Which of the following is NOT a necessary element for a court to find a nurse liable for malpractice?
Which of the following is NOT a necessary element for a court to find a nurse liable for malpractice?
Which document outlines patients' expectations regarding healthcare services?
Which document outlines patients' expectations regarding healthcare services?
Which of these options best describes the concept of 'duty' in the context of nursing malpractice?
Which of these options best describes the concept of 'duty' in the context of nursing malpractice?
Which of the following is NOT a key element for a court to determine if a nurse is liable for malpractice?
Which of the following is NOT a key element for a court to determine if a nurse is liable for malpractice?
What is the primary legal doctrine that requires a patient's informed consent before an invasive medical procedure?
What is the primary legal doctrine that requires a patient's informed consent before an invasive medical procedure?
Which of the following is NOT required before a thoracentesis procedure is performed?
Which of the following is NOT required before a thoracentesis procedure is performed?
How do values influence a nurse's actions during a patient's care?
How do values influence a nurse's actions during a patient's care?
Which of the following is the best definition of 'standards of care' in nursing?
Which of the following is the best definition of 'standards of care' in nursing?
A nurse's ethical obligation to protect and maintain the confidentiality of patient information is referred to as:
A nurse's ethical obligation to protect and maintain the confidentiality of patient information is referred to as:
What ethical principle is violated when a nurse shares information about a patient's medical condition with unauthorized individuals?
What ethical principle is violated when a nurse shares information about a patient's medical condition with unauthorized individuals?
Why is a physical assessment crucial before a thoracentesis procedure?
Why is a physical assessment crucial before a thoracentesis procedure?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Doctrine of Informed Consent?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Doctrine of Informed Consent?
Which of the following actions could be considered a breach of patient confidentiality?
Which of the following actions could be considered a breach of patient confidentiality?
Which of the following documents was published by the ANA in 1965 and defined two levels of nursing practice?
Which of the following documents was published by the ANA in 1965 and defined two levels of nursing practice?
What is the primary function of the wellness/illness continuum?
What is the primary function of the wellness/illness continuum?
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the wellness/illness continuum?
Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the wellness/illness continuum?
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which need is considered the most fundamental and essential for an individual's survival?
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which need is considered the most fundamental and essential for an individual's survival?
What is the minimum score required to pass the licensing examination for vocational school graduates, allowing them to be awarded a license recognized by all states?
What is the minimum score required to pass the licensing examination for vocational school graduates, allowing them to be awarded a license recognized by all states?
What is the most important factor that determines an individual's behavior, according to Maslow's theory?
What is the most important factor that determines an individual's behavior, according to Maslow's theory?
Which level of nursing practice was defined as the 'Technical nurse' in the 1965 ANA position paper?
Which level of nursing practice was defined as the 'Technical nurse' in the 1965 ANA position paper?
Which of the following best describes a 'Nurse Practice Act'?
Which of the following best describes a 'Nurse Practice Act'?
What does documentation of the type of care provided primarily demonstrate?
What does documentation of the type of care provided primarily demonstrate?
Why is thorough documentation crucial in managed care settings?
Why is thorough documentation crucial in managed care settings?
What type of documentation method does a nurse use when only recording changes in patient conditions and new issues?
What type of documentation method does a nurse use when only recording changes in patient conditions and new issues?
What might be a consequence of insufficient documentation in patient care?
What might be a consequence of insufficient documentation in patient care?
How does the prospective payment system affect documentation in hospitals?
How does the prospective payment system affect documentation in hospitals?
What is a common misconception about the documentation signature in healthcare?
What is a common misconception about the documentation signature in healthcare?
Which characteristic is associated with the charting by exception method?
Which characteristic is associated with the charting by exception method?
When documenting interventions, what is NOT typically included?
When documenting interventions, what is NOT typically included?
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Nursing models
Nursing models
Theories based on the relationship among nursing, patients, health, and environment.
Cross-training
Cross-training
A system to train employees to perform multiple roles, reducing staff numbers without compromising care quality.
Licensing laws for LPN/LVNs
Licensing laws for LPN/LVNs
Regulations designed to protect the public from unqualified health care providers.
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
Maslow's hierarchy of needs
Theory stating that basic needs must be met before higher needs can be addressed.
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Quality care
Quality care
Health care that meets the standards and delivers effective health outcomes for patients.
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Evaluation of patient care
Evaluation of patient care
The process of assessing the effectiveness of nursing interventions and patient outcomes.
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Team nursing
Team nursing
A nursing approach where a team of nurses provides care for a group of patients.
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Critical pathways
Critical pathways
Structured interdisciplinary care plans that outline patient care activities along a timeline.
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Complaint
Complaint
First document filed in court for legal action.
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Deposition
Deposition
Process of questioning witnesses by attorneys.
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Appeal
Appeal
Request for a higher court to review a decision.
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Summons
Summons
Court order notifying a defendant of legal action.
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Nurse-patient relationship
Nurse-patient relationship
Legally binding situation when a nurse assumes care.
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Accountability
Accountability
Responsibility for one's own actions in nursing.
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Advocacy
Advocacy
Defending or pleading for a patient's rights.
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Standard of care
Standard of care
Universal guidelines defining appropriate nursing interventions.
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Malpractice Elements
Malpractice Elements
For malpractice, duty exists, there is a breach of duty, and harm occurred.
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Values
Values
Personal beliefs about the worth of ideas, objects, or customs that influence behavior.
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Breach of Duty
Breach of Duty
Failure to meet the standard of care expected in nursing practice.
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Duty in Nursing
Duty in Nursing
The obligation of a nurse to provide care to patients according to standards.
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Patient Harm
Patient Harm
Injury or damage suffered by a patient due to a breach of duty.
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Value System
Value System
An individual's set of values that govern their behaviors and decisions.
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75th Percentile Eligibility
75th Percentile Eligibility
Graduates from approved vocational schools can take licensure exams.
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ANA Position Paper 1965
ANA Position Paper 1965
Defined two levels of nursing practice: RN and technical nurse.
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Wellness/Illness Continuum
Wellness/Illness Continuum
The range of a person's total health status.
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Maslow's Basic Need
Maslow's Basic Need
Physiologic needs are the most fundamental for humans.
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Licensing Standards
Licensing Standards
Regulations governing the requirements for nursing licensure.
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Nurse Practice Act
Nurse Practice Act
Legislation that defines the scope of nursing practice.
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Smith-Hughes Act
Smith-Hughes Act
A 1917 act that provided federal funds for vocational education.
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Patient’s Bill of Rights
Patient’s Bill of Rights
A document outlining patient expectations in healthcare.
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Informed Consent
Informed Consent
Full disclosure necessary for patients to make decisions before procedures.
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Legal responsibilities of nurses
Legal responsibilities of nurses
Nurses must protect patient information to maintain confidentiality.
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Confidentiality
Confidentiality
The ethical duty to protect patient information.
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Self-Determination Act
Self-Determination Act
A law ensuring patient's rights to make decisions about their care.
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American Hospital Association’s Standards of Care
American Hospital Association’s Standards of Care
Guidelines ensuring quality and consistency in patient care.
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Elder Abuse
Elder Abuse
Situations involving mistreatment of older adults.
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The Joint Commission
The Joint Commission
An organization that accredits healthcare organizations and promotes safety.
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Documentation of care
Documentation of care
Records type of care, time of care, and signature, proving interventions were implemented.
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Managed care documentation importance
Managed care documentation importance
Institutions are reimbursed only for patient care that is documented.
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Charting by exception (CBE)
Charting by exception (CBE)
A documentation system focusing on additional treatments, changes in condition, and new concerns.
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Patient response to interventions
Patient response to interventions
Documenting care includes recording patient reactions, which may vary positively or negatively.
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Healthcare provider visits
Healthcare provider visits
Documentation also includes visits from care providers and family presence.
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Prospective Payment System (PPS)
Prospective Payment System (PPS)
A system classifying patients to determine fixed payment amounts for hospital resources.
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Types of documentation
Types of documentation
Types include SOAP, Block, CBE, and Focus; each has distinctive focuses.
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Interventions for patient needs
Interventions for patient needs
Documenting care shows that interventions were specifically implemented for patient needs.
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- The text is a test bank for a nursing textbook, Foundations and Adult Health Nursing 9th Edition Cooper, Kelly Gosnell Test Bank.
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