12 Questions
What type of data in nursing assessment involves verbal statements from the patient or caregiver?
Subjective data
Which organization provides nurses with an up-to-date list of nursing diagnoses?
The North American Nursing Diagnosis Association (NANDA)
Which theory developed by Abraham Maslow is used to prioritize and plan care based on patient-centered outcomes?
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
What is an essential skill required for assessment in nursing, according to the text?
Critical thinking skills
What is considered an essential nursing function that provides the foundation for quality nursing care and intervention?
Collecting data pertinent to the patient's health status
What is the main purpose of identifying the strengths, limitations, and coping resources of a patient?
To pinpoint actual problems
In the nursing process, which step involves a systematic, rational method of planning that guides all nursing actions?
Planning
What role does critical thinking play in the nursing process?
Providing the best care possible to the client
What is the main focus of an emergency assessment by a nurse?
Identifying root causes of concern and assessing ABCs
What must a nurse include in an emergency assessment if not in a health care setting?
Scene safety assessment
What is the purpose of implementing a long-term treatment plan during an emergency phase?
To resolve the root cause of the issue
Which part of the patient's health status should be prioritized during an emergency assessment?
Assessing the airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs)
Learn about the foundational nursing function of health assessment, which aids in identifying client's strengths, needs, and clinical problems. Explore the systematic approach required for data collection and evaluation of responses to health problems and interventions.
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