Foundations Quiz 1 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the requirements of a profession? (Select all that apply)

Licensing

Body of knowledge (correct)

Extended education (correct)

Code of ethics (correct)

What does a nurse do?

Educates patients and families, diagnoses problems, provides care, advocates for health.

What does CRNA stand for?

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

What is a CNMW?

Certified Nurse Midwife Signup and view all the answers

What does CNS stand for?

Clinical Nurse Specialist Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a Nurse Practitioner (NP)?

Diagnose and prescribe medication Signup and view all the answers

What does DNP stand for?

Doctorate of Nursing Practice Signup and view all the answers

What is a Doctor of Nursing Science (DNS)?

Research based Signup and view all the answers

What does Ph.D stand for?

Doctorate of Philosophy Signup and view all the answers

What does MS stand for in a nursing context?

Master of Science Signup and view all the answers

What does PNP mean?

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Signup and view all the answers

What does FNP-BC stand for?

Family Nurse Practitioner (Board certified) Signup and view all the answers

What does MSN stand for?

Masters in Nursing Signup and view all the answers

What does CHPN stand for?

Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse Signup and view all the answers

Who is Florence Nightingale?

First Nurse Signup and view all the answers

Who founded the Red Cross?

Clara Barton Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of Dorothea Dix?

Care for the mentally ill Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first African American RN?

Mary Elizabeth Mahoney Signup and view all the answers

What does ANA stand for?

American Nurses Association Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an actual health problem?

A current situation that must be faced immediately Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential health problem?

High chance of future consequences Signup and view all the answers

What does 'To Err is Human' discuss?

Medical errors causing patient deaths and infections Signup and view all the answers

What does QSEN stand for?

Quality and Safety Education for Nurses Signup and view all the answers

What does WHO stand for?

World Health Organization Signup and view all the answers

What is the nursing domain?

Perspective of a profession addressing education, research, and practice Signup and view all the answers

What is a paradigm?

Your world view, the perspective to interpret events Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Good Health' mean?

Highest level of wellness one may attain Signup and view all the answers

What is preventative care?

Health promotion as the key to quality health Signup and view all the answers

What is secondary care?

Specialist care focusing on diagnosis and treatment of disease Signup and view all the answers

What is tertiary care?

Variety of specialists under one roof Signup and view all the answers

What does restorative care aim for?

Return to baseline health and maximize function Signup and view all the answers

What is home care?

Care for a patient in the home setting Signup and view all the answers

What is rehabilitation care?

Restore clients to their fullest potential Signup and view all the answers

What is a nursing center/facility?

Provides 24-hour intermediate and custodial care Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Requirements of a Profession

Extended education essential for proficiency.
Established body of knowledge related to the field.
Provision of specific services tailored to client needs.
Autonomy in practice and decision-making.
Adherence to a formal code of ethics.

Roles of a Nurse

Educates patients and their families on health matters.
Diagnoses health problems through assessment of symptoms.
Provides care within the nursing scope.
Advocates for clients' health and wellness.

CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist)

Specializes in anesthesia administration and monitoring.
Involved in pre and post-operative care.
Typically the highest-paid nursing specialty with significant responsibilities.
Requires a Master’s degree for practice.

CNMW (Certified Nurse Midwife)

Holds a Master's degree and specializes in women's health.
Provides care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum periods.

CNS (Clinical Nurse Specialist)

Acts as an educator for staff and patients.
Serves as an expert resource in healthcare settings.

NP (Nurse Practitioner)

Trained to diagnose health issues and prescribe medications.

DNP (Doctorate of Nursing Practice)

A three-year clinically based doctoral program.
Becoming a requisite for certain advanced practice roles in nursing.

DNS (Doctor of Nursing Science)

Focuses on research in nursing.

Ph.D. (Doctorate of Philosophy)

Research-focused degree applicable in various fields, including nursing.

MS (Master of Science)

A graduate-level degree focusing on scientific disciplines.

PNP (Pediatric Nurse Practitioner)

Specializes in healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents.

FNP-BC (Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified)

Provides comprehensive healthcare to individuals and families.

MSN (Masters in Nursing)

Graduate degree emphasizing advanced nursing practice.

CHPN (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse)

Specializes in providing care for terminally ill patients.

Florence Nightingale

Considered the first nurse; authored "Notes on Nursing."
Emphasized patient care, infection control, and holistic approaches.
Created the concept of "sick rooms" to maintain hygiene.

Clara Barton

Founder of the American Red Cross, notable for pioneering humanitarian efforts in nursing.

Dorothea Dix

Advocate for the mentally ill, focusing on their care and treatment.

Mary Elizabeth Mahoney

First African American registered nurse; instrumental in establishing the American Nurses Association (ANA).

ANA (American Nurses Association)

Defines nursing as the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to health issues.

Actual Health Problem

Refers to present health situations requiring immediate attention.

Potential Health Problem

Indicates a high likelihood of future health issues arising.

"To Err is Human"

Highlights the impact of medical errors on patient safety and outcomes.
Discusses the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations' role in ensuring healthcare safety.

QSEN (Quality & Safety Education for Nurses)

Aiming to integrate safety into nursing education and practice.

WHO (World Health Organization)

Provides global health recommendations and initiatives.
Defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.

Nursing Domain

Encompasses the profession's perspectives on education, research, and practice.

Paradigm

Personal worldview through which events and experiences are interpreted.

"Good Health"

Maximum level of wellness; subjective and varies according to the individual’s baseline health and aspirations.

Preventative Care

Focuses on health promotion and prevention as core elements of quality health.

Secondary Care

Involves specialists addressing diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases.

Tertiary Care

Offers comprehensive services from various specialists in a centralized facility, like a trauma center.

Restorative Care

Aims to help patients recover to their baseline health and enhance their quality of life through independence and self-care.

Home Care

Provides medical and personal care in the patient’s home, often resulting in quicker recoveries.

Rehabilitation Care

Focuses on helping patients regain physical, mental, and social capabilities post-illness or surgery.

Nursing Center/Facility

Offers continuous care services, including nursing, rehabilitation, and supportive therapies for residents.

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Test your knowledge on the essential concepts of nursing professions with these flashcards. This quiz covers key terms such as the requirements of a profession, the role of a nurse, and more. Perfect for students studying foundational nursing principles.