SSN 101 Exam 1 Test Plan PDF

**Exam 1 Test Plan** **Learning Objectives** 1\. Define the roles and competency of the nurse. 2\. Describe the importance of nursing organizations on the profession. 3\. Describe current issues in nursing and health care. **Questions to guide your study...** 1. Explain how nursing is an art...

**Exam 1 Test Plan** **Learning Objectives** 1\. Define the roles and competency of the nurse. 2\. Describe the importance of nursing organizations on the profession. 3\. Describe current issues in nursing and health care. **Questions to guide your study...** 1. Explain how nursing is an art and a science. The art of nursing come from the compassion and empathy towards the care for patients. The science comes from evidence based and scientific research to find the right care for the patient. 2. List the roles a nurse can perform. What is a professional certification? Educator, Case Manager, Leader, care provider, researcher, change agent. 3. What does the scope of nursing practice by the American Nurses Association (ANA) outline? 1. Protecting, promoting, and advancing clients health 2. Averting illness and injures through health promotion 3. Using the nursing process to facilitate client's recovery 4. Minimizing or eliminate client's suffering 5. Advocating for the care and health of the client, family or community 4. Identify actions the American Nurses Association (ANA) take to support the profession of nursing. The actions that they did are providing nurses with the following documents Nurse Practice Act, The ANA's Scope of Nursing Practice, and Code of ethics for Nurse. These documents provide a framework for nursing practice, including the nursing process, and emphasize the importance of maintaining client dignity and providing evidence-based care. 5. Outline the historical evolution of nursing education. 1. In the 19^th^ century, nursing education was only in hospitals, with only hands-on experience 2. The first nursing school was established in 1860 by Florence Nightingale at St. Thomas' Hospital in London. This provided nursing students with practical experience and minimal classroom instruction 3. in 1970 there was a shift in nursing education with a growing recognition of the nurses to have a stronger theoretical foundation to keep up with the increasing complexity in healthcare. So this led to creation of degree programs in colleges and universities. 4. 6. How did Florence Nightingale influence modern nursing? Nightingale demonstrated what is now called evidence-based practice through her data collection, documentation, and reporting of findings connecting unclean conditions to infection. She observed that overall cleanliness and hand washing between caring for soldiers reduced infection rates. 7. What does it mean when it is said that nurses provide holistic care? Nightingale demonstrated what is now called evidence-based practice through her data collection, documentation, and reporting of findings connecting unclean conditions to infection. She observed that overall cleanliness and hand washing between caring for soldiers reduced infection rates. 8. Explain cultural competence. How do nurses demonstrate cultural competence? Culturally competent care is an approach to care that takes into account the client\'s cultural values, beliefs, and practices. They demonstrate thus by being aware of the patient's cultural, being sensitive to there cultural background, gather information on the patients beliefs, and cultural background, then provide the best care possible to the there needs and value 9. Explain the primary mission of the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) and the activities they support. They prepare nursing students for initial licensure and educate them about standards of nursing practice and professionalism. The activities they support are advocacy, leadership and autonomy, professionalism, care, diversity and quality education 10. Describe \"leadership and autonomy\" in nursing practice. Promoting innovative problem-solving and providing a clear vision. 11. What is the Code of Ethics for Nurses and describe what it includes? The code of ethics for nurses outlines behaviors and practices that nurses should abide by to provide responsible and ethical care. This includes protecting client privacy, client information, and communications about the client, in any form, including electronically, and also maintaining professionalism and social boundaries when using social media. 12. List the factors that contribute to the nursing shortage. - A large number of nurses retiring in the next 10 -15 years - An increasing number of people with chronic illness - A limited number of nursing facility - An aging population 73% increase in people elder than 65 since 2011 - High rate of nursing workforce turnover due to burnout and violence in workplace 13. Explain the Nurse Practice Act. A legal and regulatory body is created in each state. It establishes common definitions, rules, and regulations the practice of a licensed nurse 14. Define health literacy. Why is it critical for nurses and clients? Health literacy encompasses client's knowledge of their health and their ability to take action to maintain and improve their health. This is critical for nurses because it provides the best care possible for the client and for the client they are more knowledge about what is going on with them and how they can improve their health. 15. Who founded the American Red Cross? Clara Barton 16. What is the primary purpose of simulation in nursing education? It is a safe learning environment that uses a manikin instead of a client. It allows us nursing students to prepare and practice our skills, communicate and collaborate with peers, and engage in feedback and reflection learning. 17. What is the most effective way to communicate with a client who speaks a different language? Using a professional interpreter provided by the hospital. 18. Describe substance use disorder (SUD). When somebody uses a substance and creates issues in his or her personal or professional life, or is the cause of or contributes to a health problem 19. Describe the concept of life-long learning. How does it benefit the nursing profession? Lifelong learning in nursing involves continually updating and expanding one\'s knowledge, skills, and competencies throughout their career. It's essential for adapting to new healthcare technologies, evolving evidence-based practices, and improving patient outcomes. 20. Explain evidence-based practice. Evidence-based practice is the delivery of care that is supported by scientific research, ensuring clients receive the best care.