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A patient is hesitant to accept a treatment plan due to cultural beliefs. Which model of care would be MOST appropriate for the nurse to utilize?
A patient is hesitant to accept a treatment plan due to cultural beliefs. Which model of care would be MOST appropriate for the nurse to utilize?
- Health Belief Model
- Ethics of Care Model
- Holistic Health Model
- Transcultural Nursing Model (correct)
Which action demonstrates a nurse fulfilling the role of a patient advocate?
Which action demonstrates a nurse fulfilling the role of a patient advocate?
- Documenting vital signs accurately in the patient's chart.
- Reporting a potential safety hazard observed on the unit. (correct)
- Administering medications according to physician orders.
- Educating a patient on how to manage their diabetes.
A nurse is using the nursing process to care for a patient. After collecting both subjective and objective data, what is the MOST logical NEXT step?
A nurse is using the nursing process to care for a patient. After collecting both subjective and objective data, what is the MOST logical NEXT step?
- Implementing planned nursing interventions.
- Setting SMART goals for patient care.
- Formulating a NANDA-I nursing diagnosis. (correct)
- Evaluating the effectiveness of interventions.
A public health nurse is working to improve vaccination rates in a community. Which level of healthcare is the nurse primarily addressing?
A public health nurse is working to improve vaccination rates in a community. Which level of healthcare is the nurse primarily addressing?
A nurse is caring for a patient experiencing anxiety. Applying Peplau's Theory, what should be the nurse's FIRST action?
A nurse is caring for a patient experiencing anxiety. Applying Peplau's Theory, what should be the nurse's FIRST action?
A nurse is assessing a patient's pain level. Which data type is the patient's description of the pain?
A nurse is assessing a patient's pain level. Which data type is the patient's description of the pain?
After implementing a new fall prevention protocol, the nurse analyzes patient incident reports to determine the protocol's effectiveness. Which stage of the nursing process is the nurse performing?
After implementing a new fall prevention protocol, the nurse analyzes patient incident reports to determine the protocol's effectiveness. Which stage of the nursing process is the nurse performing?
A nurse is using the LEARN model to improve communication with a new patient. What does the 'L' in LEARN stand for?
A nurse is using the LEARN model to improve communication with a new patient. What does the 'L' in LEARN stand for?
A nurse is using the SMART model to create outcome statements for a patient recovering from surgery. Which of the following outcome statements best exemplifies the 'Specific' and 'Measurable' components of the SMART model?
A nurse is using the SMART model to create outcome statements for a patient recovering from surgery. Which of the following outcome statements best exemplifies the 'Specific' and 'Measurable' components of the SMART model?
A registered nurse (RN) is delegating tasks to a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and a certified nursing assistant (CNA). Which task is most appropriate for the RN to delegate to the LPN, considering the scope of practice and delegation principles?
A registered nurse (RN) is delegating tasks to a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and a certified nursing assistant (CNA). Which task is most appropriate for the RN to delegate to the LPN, considering the scope of practice and delegation principles?
A nurse is caring for a patient who is refusing a blood transfusion due to religious beliefs. Which ethical principle is most directly challenged in this situation?
A nurse is caring for a patient who is refusing a blood transfusion due to religious beliefs. Which ethical principle is most directly challenged in this situation?
A community health nurse is working with a local immigrant population. Applying the LEARN model, which action demonstrates the 'Acknowledge' step?
A community health nurse is working with a local immigrant population. Applying the LEARN model, which action demonstrates the 'Acknowledge' step?
A nurse is using Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to prioritize care for a patient admitted to the emergency department. Which patient need should the nurse address first?
A nurse is using Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs to prioritize care for a patient admitted to the emergency department. Which patient need should the nurse address first?
Flashcards
SMART Model
SMART Model
A framework for setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound outcome statements.
Patient-Centered Interventions
Patient-Centered Interventions
Customizing healthcare strategies to meet individual patient needs and preferences.
Basic Ethical Principles
Basic Ethical Principles
Fundamental concepts guiding nursing ethics: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, fidelity.
Critical Thinking Attitudes
Critical Thinking Attitudes
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ADPIE
ADPIE
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Patient Advocate
Patient Advocate
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Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
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Nursing Process (ADPIE)
Nursing Process (ADPIE)
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Holistic Health Model
Holistic Health Model
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Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
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NANDA-I Nursing Diagnosis
NANDA-I Nursing Diagnosis
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LEARN Model
LEARN Model
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Critical Thinking in Nursing
Critical Thinking in Nursing
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Study Notes
Week 1 & 2 Topics
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Nurse Roles: Patient advocate, educator, counselor. Advocating for patient safety, teaching health conditions and wound care, supporting health decisions.
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Nursing Professionalism: Includes continuing education (certifications, seminars), and evidence-based practice (EBP) - 6 steps.
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Healthcare System & Theories: Components of integrated healthcare systems. Importance of nursing theories like Peplau’s, and Nightingale’s impact on sanitation. Levels of healthcare (preventive, primary, secondary, tertiary, restorative).
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Patient Admission & Discharge: Steps involved and role of public health nurses.
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Ethical & Legal Aspects: Nurse's code of ethics (advocacy, responsibility, accountability, confidentiality). Healthcare regulatory agencies.
Week 3 Topics
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Health Models: Health Belief Model (individual perception of health risks), Holistic Health Model (mind, body, spirit), Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (prioritizing patient needs).
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Levels of Care: Primary (prevention, health promotion), Secondary (diagnosis, treatment), Tertiary (specialized/chronic disease).
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Ethics in Nursing: Ethics of care (building trust, respect, relationships), culturally congruent care (transcultural nursing).
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Nurse-Patient Relationship & Communication: LEARN Model (communication), active listening, therapeutic presence.
Week 4 Topics
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Nursing Process (ADPIE): Assessment (subjective & objective data), Diagnosis (NANDA-I nursing diagnoses), Planning (SMART goals), Implementation (interventions), Evaluation (progress).
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Clinical Judgment & Decision-Making: Critical thinking, problem-solving, diagnostic reasoning. Subjective vs. objective data, patient-centered interview order (introduction, chief complaint, history).
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Critical Thinking Strategies: Reflective practice, stress management.
Week 5 Topics
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Planning Process & Clinical Judgment: Interrelationship of planning and nursing diagnoses. Critical thinking in nursing care planning, SMART model for outcome statements.
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Nursing Interventions: Patient-centered interventions, standard nursing interventions, interprofessional collaboration.
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Communication & Delegation: Effective communication of nursing interventions, delegation principles (CNAs, LPNs).
Additional Key Topics
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Ethics & Values: Basic ethical principles (autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, fidelity), nursing code of ethics, ethical decision-making process.
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Analysis & Nursing Diagnoses: Types of nursing diagnoses (problem-focused, risk, health promotion), diagnostic errors.
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Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgment: Levels of critical thinking (basic, complex, commitment), critical thinking attitudes (confidence, fairness, responsibility, integrity).
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Community-Based Nursing: Community health models, vulnerable populations (immigrant, homeless, abused), global health influence.
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Caring in Nursing Practice: Caring theories (Watson, Swanson, Leininger), ethics of care, communication & presence.
Study Tips
- Review ADPIE.
- Practice critical thinking.
- Use mnemonics (LEARN).
- Revisit ethical dilemmas.
- Apply Maslow's Hierarchy.
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