Questions and Answers
Which one of these is a standard vital sign that nurses monitor for patients?
Blood pressure
What is the role of a charge nurse?
Overseeing other nurses in a particular hospital department
What does a patient's chart contain?
Medical history, diagnoses, test results, dosage and timing of medications, and other relevant information
What is the process of adding to a patient's chart to keep it up to date and accurate called?
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What is the portion of nursing education where student nurses work with patients in a healthcare setting called?
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Study Notes
Vital Signs
- Blood pressure is a standard vital sign that nurses monitor for patients.
Nursing Roles
- A charge nurse is responsible for managing the nursing unit and overseeing the care provided by other nurses.
Patient Charts
- A patient's chart contains documentation of their medical history, test results, medications, and treatment plans.
Charting
- The process of adding to a patient's chart to keep it up to date and accurate is called charting.
Nursing Education
- The portion of nursing education where student nurses work with patients in a healthcare setting is called clinical experience or clinical rotation.
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