Nursing Process Overview
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Which of the following best describes the purpose of "etiology" in the nursing process?

  • To establish measurable goals for the patient's recovery.
  • To determine the underlying cause of a patient's health problem. (correct)
  • To identify the patient's specific needs and desires.
  • To document the patient's progress and response to treatment.
  • Which of the following is an example of objective data that a nurse might collect during an assessment?

  • The patient expresses anxiety about their upcoming surgery.
  • The patient complains of severe pain in their abdomen.
  • The patient's blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg. (correct)
  • The patient reports feeling dizzy.
  • Which stage of the nursing process involves developing measurable goals and interventions for the patient?

  • Implementing
  • Assessment
  • Outcome Identification (correct)
  • Diagnosing
  • Which of the following is NOT a component of comprehensive planning in the nursing process?

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    What is the primary difference between subjective and objective data?

    <p>Objective data can be directly observed or measured, while subjective data is based on the patient's perception. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Assessment

    The first step of the nursing process, involving data collection.

    Observable Data

    Data that can be seen, heard, or felt by others.

    Subjective Data

    Information perceived only by the patient, like feelings or perceptions.

    Etiology

    Identifies factors that maintain an unhealthy state in a patient.

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    Outcome Identification

    The process of planning the desired results of nursing care.

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    Study Notes

    Steps of the Nursing Process

    • Assessing: Gathering information about the patient's health status
    • Diagnosing: Identifying the patient's health problems
    • Outcome Identification/Planning: Defining desired outcomes and creating a plan to achieve them
    • Implementing: Performing the planned interventions
    • Evaluating: Assessing the effectiveness of the interventions

    Objective Data

    • Proven: Observable and measurable data that can be seen, heard, or felt by someone else
    • Examples: Vomiting, skin moisture

    Subjective Data

    • What they Show: Information perceived only by the affected person.
    • Examples: Pain, dizziness, anxiety

    Etiology

    • Identifying factors maintaining the unhealthy state: Identifying the causes of the patient's condition

    Comprehensive Planning

    • Three elements:
      • Initial
      • Ongoing
      • Discharge

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    This quiz covers the essential steps of the nursing process, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. It also highlights the differences between objective and subjective data, as well as the importance of comprehensive planning in nursing. Test your knowledge on these critical nursing concepts!

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