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Which of the following best describes the relationship between health equity and a client's overall health?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between health equity and a client's overall health?
Which of the following is an example of a secondary level of prevention?
Which of the following is an example of a secondary level of prevention?
How does Healthy People 2030 address Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)?
How does Healthy People 2030 address Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)?
What is the primary role of evidence in determining best clinical practice in nursing care?
What is the primary role of evidence in determining best clinical practice in nursing care?
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Which of the following actions best demonstrates critical thinking in a nursing scenario?
Which of the following actions best demonstrates critical thinking in a nursing scenario?
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In the context of holistic patient-centered care, eliciting a client's spiritual preferences primarily helps the nurse to:
In the context of holistic patient-centered care, eliciting a client's spiritual preferences primarily helps the nurse to:
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Which nursing action best demonstrates 'caring' within patient-centered care?
Which nursing action best demonstrates 'caring' within patient-centered care?
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Why is accurate and thorough documentation essential in nursing practice?
Why is accurate and thorough documentation essential in nursing practice?
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Flashcards
Health Equity
Health Equity
The principle that everyone should have a fair opportunity to attain their full health potential.
Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)
Social Determinants of Health (SDoH)
Conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age that affect health outcomes.
Levels of Prevention
Levels of Prevention
Three stages of health prevention: primary (preventing disease), secondary (early detection), and tertiary (managing established conditions).
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
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Critical Thinking in Nursing
Critical Thinking in Nursing
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Holistic Care
Holistic Care
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Client-Centered Care
Client-Centered Care
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Importance of Documentation
Importance of Documentation
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Study Notes
Health Equity
- Health equity is crucial for client wellbeing.
- Social determinants of health (SDoH) impact vulnerable populations, including socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, and education.
- Factors like socioeconomic status, education, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, and living environments affect access to care.
- Primary prevention focuses on disease prevention, secondary prevention on early detection, and tertiary prevention on managing existing conditions.
- Healthy People 2030 plays a role in addressing SDoH.
- Risk factors influence the wellness/illness continuum.
Clinical Judgement Evidence-Based Practice
- Evidence-based practice includes integrating research findings, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.
- Evidence is essential for determining best clinical nursing care practices.
- Reliable sources for evidence include academic databases, research journals, evidence-reports, and clinical practice guidelines.
Clinical Judgement Nursing Process
- Critical thinking/decision-making in nursing involves analyzing situations, evaluating information, and drawing conclusions.
- Critical thinking/decision-making involves specific attitudes and behaviors like open-mindedness, curiosity, and confidence.
- Learning approaches for critical thinking development include self-reflection, case studies, simulation, and mentorship.
- The nursing process includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- A plan of care is developed based on the nursing process steps.
- Safe nursing care is essential, following clinical judgment principles in practice.
Patient Centered Care Spirituality, Holism, Caring Interventions
- Caring, including "being with and doing for," is essential for nursing practice.
- Jean Watson's theory supports holistic care and patient-centered nursing.
- Holistic care includes diverse client needs spanning physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects.
- Client values, spirituality, and needs are integral to assessing health.
- Demonstrating fundamental caring skills enhances patient-centered care.
- Theoretical frameworks guide caring interventions during basic nursing actions.
- Learning needs vary among clients.
- Factors influencing learning needs include client’s physical/mental/social health and environmental context.
Communication Documentation and Informatics
- Documentation is a key nursing activity.
- Accurate documentation requires thoroughness and clarity.
- Electronic documentation proficiency, including assessment and interventions, is vital.
- Reporting relevant information to clinical faculty/primary nurse is essential.
- Written communication should be accurate and clear.
- ICT is widely used throughout healthcare systems.
- Navigating the EHR (Electronic Health Record) is essential for accessing patient information.
- Computer information supports care planning.
- Advantages and disadvantages of computerized records are important to consider in nursing practice.
- Documentation of patient information within the electronic health record is a fundamental skill.
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Description
Explore the critical concepts of health equity and evidence-based clinical judgement in nursing practice. This quiz covers social determinants of health, the significance of reliable evidence, and the impact on vulnerable populations. Test your understanding of these foundational topics to enhance client wellbeing.
