Health Assessment Course Unit 1 Quiz

Systematic collection of data about patient strengths and limitations, continuously performed during nursing.

Clinical judgment about a human response to health conditions, identifying problems to treat.

Identifies an occurring health problem for a patient based on assessment data.

Identifies a high-risk health problem that may occur unless prevented.

Focuses on patient well-being, such as grieving or hopelessness.

A systematic method for planning and providing nursing care, including diagnosis and treatment.

The five steps of the nursing process: Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation.

A caring interaction between nurse and client that facilitates health and healing.

The process of actively analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions.

The fundamental belief that every client has worth and should be treated with respect.

Care that focuses on achieving specific health outcomes for the client.

Health care that is delivered with interest, compassion, and competence.

The evaluation of a patient's health status through various methods such as interviews, physical exams, and medical history.

Assessment that considers the whole person, including physical, psychological, sociological, cultural, and spiritual aspects.

Includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Assessment is the first phase.

The phase in the nursing process where data is interpreted, patterns are identified, and nursing diagnoses are formulated.

Involves collecting data, interpreting it, and using it to guide patient care and treatment plans.

Critical for systematic patient care and ensures comprehensive assessments and interventions.

Comprises full range of human experiences without restriction to problems, focusing on holistic care.

A quick evaluation of a client's body systems and health patterns to identify new issues.

A targeted evaluation addressing a specific health concern with an existing database.

An extensive evaluation covering all aspects of a client's health history and status.

The severity and urgency of a client's health condition affecting assessment frequency.

A rapid evaluation conducted in life-threatening situations to ensure immediate care.

Evaluation focusing on Airway, Breathing, and Circulation during emergencies.

The regularity of evaluating skin condition, based on client's overall health needs.

Specific inquiries related to a patient's reported concern, avoiding unrelated topics.

Nurses assess all dimensions of a person, including physical, psychological, sociological, and spiritual aspects.

Structured care plans that guide a patient's progress based on protocols that nurses validate.

Nurses with specialized education and training, such as clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners.

The tangible aspect of a person that can be observed, including body and health.

Pertaining to the mind, emotions, and mental processes.

Related to society, social needs, and the study of social behavior.

The characteristics and knowledge of a specific group, like language and social habits.

Related to the human spirit or soul, beyond material aspects, often tied to beliefs.

A thorough data collection on a client's health perceptions, history, and lifestyle.

Information based on the client's personal perceptions and feelings about their health.

Data gathered from a physical examination and observable signs.

Frequency of full assessments depends on age, risk factors, and health status.

Continuous data collection after the initial assessment to monitor changes.

Consideration of the whole person, including physical, emotional, and social aspects.

Initial health data against which future health changes are measured.

Involves various healthcare team members contributing to the assessment.