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Which type of data is described only by the patient and apparent only to the patient?
Which type of data is described only by the patient and apparent only to the patient?
- Secondary data
- Primary data
- Subjective data (correct)
- Objective data
What is the primary goal of interviewing as a data collection method?
What is the primary goal of interviewing as a data collection method?
- To control the interview
- To establish rapport (correct)
- To gather specific information
- To lead the client
Which method of data collection involves utilizing vision, smell, hearing, and touch?
Which method of data collection involves utilizing vision, smell, hearing, and touch?
- Examining
- Validating
- Observing (correct)
- Interviewing
In physical assessment, which style utilizes a head-to-toe approach?
In physical assessment, which style utilizes a head-to-toe approach?
What does validation in data collection involve?
What does validation in data collection involve?
What is the purpose of organizing data in nursing documentation (charting)?
What is the purpose of organizing data in nursing documentation (charting)?
What does OLDCART pertain to in the context of nursing health history?
What does OLDCART pertain to in the context of nursing health history?
Which of the following is considered a part of the Lifestyle data collection in nursing health history?
Which of the following is considered a part of the Lifestyle data collection in nursing health history?
In the context of nursing health history, what does recognizing assumptions involve?
In the context of nursing health history, what does recognizing assumptions involve?
Which aspects are included in the Past Medical History section of nursing health history?
Which aspects are included in the Past Medical History section of nursing health history?
What is included under the Patterns of Health Care section in nursing health history?
What is included under the Patterns of Health Care section in nursing health history?
What should be included when documenting Family History of Illness in nursing health history?
What should be included when documenting Family History of Illness in nursing health history?
What is the purpose of a nursing health assessment?
What is the purpose of a nursing health assessment?
What is the significance of selected physical findings in a health assessment?
What is the significance of selected physical findings in a health assessment?
What is OLDCART in relation to health assessment?
What is OLDCART in relation to health assessment?
What does distinguishing data involve in a nursing health assessment?
What does distinguishing data involve in a nursing health assessment?
What is the purpose of the physical health examination in nursing?
What is the purpose of the physical health examination in nursing?
What is the expected outcome of a health assessment?
What is the expected outcome of a health assessment?
What are the differences in assessment techniques appropriate for the young, middle, and older adult called?
What are the differences in assessment techniques appropriate for the young, middle, and older adult called?
Which method of examination involves using the pads of fingers to determine texture, temperature, vibration, masses, distention, pulsation, and tenderness?
Which method of examination involves using the pads of fingers to determine texture, temperature, vibration, masses, distention, pulsation, and tenderness?
What does the acronym OLDCART stand for in the context of data collection methods?
What does the acronym OLDCART stand for in the context of data collection methods?
What is the purpose of a problem-focused assessment?
What is the purpose of a problem-focused assessment?
In the context of physical assessment technique variations, what should be taken into consideration when assessing elderly clients?
In the context of physical assessment technique variations, what should be taken into consideration when assessing elderly clients?
What is the main purpose of recording physical exam findings on a patient's record?
What is the main purpose of recording physical exam findings on a patient's record?
What is the primary focus of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) role?
What is the primary focus of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) role?
Which nursing role involves identifying, analyzing, and maximizing each patient's own health?
Which nursing role involves identifying, analyzing, and maximizing each patient's own health?
In the context of nursing aims and competencies, what does 'Facilitate coping with disability or death' primarily aim to achieve?
In the context of nursing aims and competencies, what does 'Facilitate coping with disability or death' primarily aim to achieve?
What is the main focus of a Nurse Administrator role?
What is the main focus of a Nurse Administrator role?
What is a key responsibility of a Nurse Researcher?
What is a key responsibility of a Nurse Researcher?
Which nursing role involves assessments, collaborating, planning, teaching, and rehab in the context of promoting health aims?
Which nursing role involves assessments, collaborating, planning, teaching, and rehab in the context of promoting health aims?
What is the observed outcome of critical thinking and decision making in the clinical setting?
What is the observed outcome of critical thinking and decision making in the clinical setting?
Which of the following refers to the layers of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM)?
Which of the following refers to the layers of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM)?
What is the skill of recognizing cues about a clinical situation, generating and weighing hypotheses, taking action, and evaluating outcomes for the purpose of arriving at a satisfactory clinical outcome?
What is the skill of recognizing cues about a clinical situation, generating and weighing hypotheses, taking action, and evaluating outcomes for the purpose of arriving at a satisfactory clinical outcome?
Which process involves thinking about patient problems in the clinical setting?
Which process involves thinking about patient problems in the clinical setting?
What does the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM) involve prior to generating solutions?
What does the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM) involve prior to generating solutions?
What does creative thinking involve in the context of patient care?
What does creative thinking involve in the context of patient care?
What is the primary purpose of a Nurse Practice Act?
What is the primary purpose of a Nurse Practice Act?
What is the function of a state board of nursing established by the Nurse Practice Act?
What is the function of a state board of nursing established by the Nurse Practice Act?
What do Nursing Codes of Ethics primarily reflect?
What do Nursing Codes of Ethics primarily reflect?
What is the purpose of the Nursing Process in nursing practice?
What is the purpose of the Nursing Process in nursing practice?
What do values represent in the context of nursing?
What do values represent in the context of nursing?
What does a state board of nursing have authority to do under the Nurse Practice Act?
What does a state board of nursing have authority to do under the Nurse Practice Act?
What is the term for the type of stress experienced by healthcare professionals who are constantly exposed to the trauma and suffering of others?
What is the term for the type of stress experienced by healthcare professionals who are constantly exposed to the trauma and suffering of others?
Which nursing activity aligns with the aim of restoring health for a client?
Which nursing activity aligns with the aim of restoring health for a client?
What does an altruistic nurse demonstrate in the context of patient care?
What does an altruistic nurse demonstrate in the context of patient care?
In the scenario described, where the nurse tries different interventions to alleviate the client's pain, what type of problem-solving is being demonstrated?
In the scenario described, where the nurse tries different interventions to alleviate the client's pain, what type of problem-solving is being demonstrated?
What is the primary focus of stress reduction training using the STOP technique mentioned in the text?
What is the primary focus of stress reduction training using the STOP technique mentioned in the text?
What is an early sign that healthcare professionals must be alert to, as mentioned in the text?
What is an early sign that healthcare professionals must be alert to, as mentioned in the text?
In the context of self-care for healthcare professionals, what does 'secondary traumatic stress' refer to?
In the context of self-care for healthcare professionals, what does 'secondary traumatic stress' refer to?
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Study Notes
Data Collection Methods
- Subjective data is described only by the patient and apparent only to the patient
- The primary goal of interviewing as a data collection method is to elicit information from patients
- Observation method of data collection involves utilizing vision, smell, hearing, and touch
Physical Assessment
- Systematic head-to-toe approach is a style of physical assessment
- Validation in data collection involves confirming the accuracy of patient information
Nursing Health History
- OLDCART pertains to Onset, Location, Duration, Characteristics, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors, and Treatment in nursing health history
- Lifestyle data collection includes factors such as occupation, hobbies, and living situation
- Recognizing assumptions involves identifying implicit assumptions in patient data
- Past Medical History section includes previous illnesses, injuries, hospitalizations, and surgeries
- Patterns of Health Care section includes patient's health care providers and utilization of health care services
- Family History of Illness includes family medical history and genetic influences
Health Assessment
- The purpose of a nursing health assessment is to collect data and identify health problems
- Selected physical findings are significant in a health assessment as they provide clues to underlying health issues
- OLDCART is a mnemonic for remembering characteristics of symptoms in health assessment
- Distinguishing data involves identifying relevant data in a health assessment
- The purpose of the physical health examination is to collect objective data
- The expected outcome of a health assessment is to identify health problems and develop a plan of care
Nursing Roles
- The primary focus of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) role is on a specific population or disease
- A Nurse Administrator role focuses on management and leadership
- A Nurse Researcher role involves designing, conducting, and evaluating research studies
- A Nurse Practitioner role involves assessments, collaborating, planning, teaching, and rehab in the context of promoting health aims
- The primary focus of a Nurse Educator role is on teaching and mentoring
Critical Thinking and Decision Making
- Critical thinking and decision making in the clinical setting involves recognizing cues, generating and weighing hypotheses, taking action, and evaluating outcomes
- The NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM) involves recognizing cues, analyzing, prioritizing, generating solutions, and taking action
- Critical thinking involves recognizing cues, generating and weighing hypotheses, taking action, and evaluating outcomes
- Creative thinking involves thinking outside conventional solutions to develop innovative approaches
- The primary purpose of a Nurse Practice Act is to regulate nursing practice and protect the public
Ethics and Professional Practice
- Nursing Codes of Ethics reflect the values and principles of the nursing profession
- A state board of nursing has authority to regulate nursing practice, issue licenses, and discipline nurses under the Nurse Practice Act
- Values in nursing represent the principles and ideals that guide professional practice
- The primary purpose of the Nursing Process is to provide high-quality patient care
Stress Management and Self-Care
- Secondary traumatic stress refers to the type of stress experienced by healthcare professionals who are constantly exposed to the trauma and suffering of others
- STOP technique is a stress reduction training method that involves stopping, taking a few deep breaths, observing the situation, and proceeding with a clear mind
- Altruistic nurses demonstrate a selfless concern for the welfare of others
- Problem-solving involves identifying problems, generating solutions, and evaluating outcomes
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