Nursing Process Implementation Flashcards
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What does 'Cognitive' refer to?

Intellectual skills of problem solving, critical thinking, and creativity.

What is meant by 'Interpersonal' in nursing?

Conveying information to and demonstrating interest in the patient as well as communicating with other health care personnel.

Define 'Technical' skills in nursing.

Psychomotor (hands-on) skills such as moving the patient, changing dressings, and giving injections.

What are the three types of nursing interventions?

<p>Cognitive, interpersonal, technical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Essential guidelines for preparing and implementing nursing interventions include _____, clearly understand interventions, and implement safe care.

<p>evidence-based practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Audit' in nursing?

<p>Examination or review of records.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are 'Cognitive skills'?

<p>Refers to the manner in which people learn to think, reason, and use language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Concurrent audit'?

<p>Evaluation of a client's healthcare while the client is still receiving care from the agency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Evaluating' mean in nursing?

<p>A planned ongoing, purposeful activity in which clients and health care professionals compare expected outcomes to actual outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Evaluating statement'?

<p>A statement that consists of two parts; conclusion and supporting data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Implementing' refer to in the nursing process?

<p>The phase of the nursing process on which the nursing care plan is put into action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Interpersonal skills'.

<p>Verbal and non-verbal communication people use when interacting directly with one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Outcome evaluation' focus on?

<p>Demonstrable changes in the client's health status as a result of nursing care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Quality assurance (QA) program'?

<p>An ongoing systematic process designed to evaluate and promote excellence in the health care provided to clients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Quality improvement (QI)' involve?

<p>Follows client care rather than organizational structure, and focuses on process rather than individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Retrospective audit'.

<p>Evaluation of a client's record after discharge from an agency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Process evaluation'?

<p>Focuses on how the care was given and whether it is relevant to the client's needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Root cause analysis'?

<p>Process for identifying factors that lead to deviations in practices that cause an event.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a 'Sentinel event'?

<p>An unexpected occurrence involving death or serious physical or psychological injury, or the risk thereof.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Structure evaluation' focus on?

<p>The setting in which care is given.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define 'Technical skills' in nursing.

<p>'Hands-on' skills required to manipulate equipment, administer injections, and move or reposition patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for 'Reassessing the Client'?

<p>Just before implementing an intervention, the nurse must reassess the client to ensure the intervention is still needed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when 'Determining the Nurse's Need for Assistance'?

<p>The nurse may require assistance if unable to implement safely, to reduce stress on the client, or lacks knowledge or skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is important when 'Implementing the Nursing Interventions'?

<p>It is important to explain to the client what interventions will be done and what to expect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Supervising Delegated Care' involve?

<p>Ensuring that activities delegated to other health care personnel are implemented according to the care plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nursing Process Implementation

  • Cognitive Skills: Involves problem solving, critical thinking, and creativity essential for effective nursing practice.

  • Interpersonal Skills: Focus on effective communication with patients and healthcare teams, demonstrating empathy and information sharing.

  • Technical Skills: Refers to hands-on abilities such as patient handling, dressing changes, and administering injections.

Types of Nursing Interventions

  • Interventions categorized: Cognitive, interpersonal, and technical, all integral to comprehensive care delivery.

Guidelines for Nursing Interventions

  • Evidence-Based Practice: Use of research to inform interventions.
  • Understanding Interventions: Requires clarity on activities undertaken.
  • Client Adaptation: Tailoring actions to individual client needs to ensure relevance.
  • Safe Care Implementation: Prioritize safety in all nursing actions.
  • Teaching and Support: Focus on educating clients and providing emotional comfort.
  • Holistic Care: Address all aspects of a client's wellbeing.
  • Respect for Dignity: Uphold client integrity and personal values.
  • Active Participation: Encourage clients' involvement in their care.

Audits in Nursing

  • Audit Definition: A review process for examining healthcare records.
  • Concurrent Audit: Evaluates patient care while they are still in the healthcare setting.
  • Retrospective Audit: Reviews patient records after discharge, focusing on past events.

Evaluating Nursing Outcomes

  • Evaluating Process: A continuous activity comparing expected and actual outcomes of care.
  • Evaluating Statement: Comprised of a conclusion and supporting data regarding client outcomes.
  • Outcome Evaluation: Assessment of health changes attributed to nursing interventions.

Quality Assurance and Improvement

  • Quality Assurance (QA): A systematic process aimed at enhancing healthcare quality.
  • Quality Improvement (QI): Focused on client care, processes over individuals, aiming for continual enhancement.

Evaluation Types

  • Process Evaluation: Evaluates the relevance and delivery of care concerning client needs.
  • Structure Evaluation: Assesses the environment in which care is administered.

Root Cause Analysis

  • Root Cause Analysis: Identifies underlying factors that lead to deviations in nursing practice, focusing on systems rather than individual blame.

Sentinel Events

  • Sentinel Event: Unexpected occurrences that result in death or serious injury, invoking immediate investigation and response.

Nurturing Effective Implementation

  • Reassessing the Client: Essential to evaluate the client's condition before executing interventions, which may redefine care priorities.
  • Need for Assistance: Factors necessitating additional support include safety concerns, client stress, and lack of specific knowledge.

Communication in Implementation

  • Client Explanation: Nurses must inform clients about upcoming interventions, sensations to expect, desired outcomes, and their expected role in the process.

Supervising Delegated Care

  • Delegation Responsibility: Nurses must oversee delegated tasks to ensure care aligns with the established plan while maintaining communication with other caregivers regarding their actions.

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