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What are Nursing Theories based on?

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PERSON, HEALTH STATUS, PHILOSOPHY, PURPOSE

Definitions of person, health status, philosophy, and purpose are the foundation of Nursing Theories.

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Florence Nightingale

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Environmental Theory - Assessment and alteration of environmental impact on healing: fresh air and cleanliness

Example sentence: Florence Nightingale emphasized the importance of fresh air and cleanliness in healing.

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Virginia Henderson

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Nursing Need Theory - 14 individualistic and holistic human needs

Example sentence: Virginia Henderson identified 14 basic human needs that are essential for holistic care.

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Martha Rogers

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The Science of Unitary Human Beings - Dynamism: nursing and health as energy forces undergoing constant change

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Callista Roy

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Adaptation Model of Nursing

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Dorothea Orem

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Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory

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Madeleine Leininger

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Transcultural Nursing Theory - Cultural Sensitivity

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Jean Watson

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Nursing Theory of Caring

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Caring

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Caring

Example sentence: Nurses demonstrate caring by providing emotional support to patients.

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Art

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Art

Art in nursing refers to the creativity and skill needed to provide high-quality care.

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Science

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Science

Nursing is based on scientific evidence and research to provide effective care.

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Client centered

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Client centered

Nurses focus on the individual needs and preferences of each patient.

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Holistic

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Holistic

Nursing considers the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of a patient’s health.

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Adaptive

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Adaptive

Nurses are flexible and able to adjust care plans based on changing patient needs.

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Helping

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Helping

Nurses provide assistance and support to patients in need.

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Characteristic trait of Nursing: Culturally sensitive

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Culturally sensitive

Nurses respect and consider the cultural beliefs and practices of each patient.

17
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What are the physical skills required in nursing?

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Ability to stand, bend, flex, lift

Example: A nurse needs to be able to stand for long periods during surgeries.

18
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What are the cognitive skills required in nursing?

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Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacotherapeutics, Science, Nutrition, Growth and Development

These skills are essential for understanding and treating patients.

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What are the emotional intelligence skills required in nursing?

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Skills related to understanding and managing emotions in oneself and others

Emotional intelligence helps nurses provide compassionate care.

20
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What are some examples of technical skills?

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vital signs
starting intravenous therapies
administering medications by various routes
catheterizations
suctioning
tube feedings
wound care
ambulation techniques

Example sentence: Nurses need to be proficient in technical skills such as starting intravenous therapies and administering medications by various routes.

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What are some examples of interpersonal skills?

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Therapeutic, purposeful, respectful, clarifying communication

Example sentence: Effective communication is an essential interpersonal skill in the healthcare field.

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What does cultural sensitivity entail?

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Awareness of uniqueness of self and each individual
Awareness of cultural variations
Avoiding stereotyping especially related to pain

Example sentence: Cultural sensitivity requires healthcare professionals to be aware of their own uniqueness and that of others.

23
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Characteristics of a Profession

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Unique Body of Knowledge
Autonomy
Service oriented practice
Research (evidence basis of practice)
Organization
Standards of Practice
Code of Ethics

These are the key characteristics that define a profession.

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Nurse Practice Act

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guaranteeing safety of practitioners for consumers

This act ensures the safety of healthcare providers and patients.

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Standards of Practice

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safe environment for patients
competency in assessment and procedural skills
timeliness in monitoring, intervening and reporting, and documentation

These are the standards that nurses must adhere to in their daily practice.

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Standards of Care

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expectations relating to ethical and legal behaviors

These are the expectations regarding ethical and legal conduct in nursing practice.

27
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The Nursing Profession

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The field encompassing all aspects of nursing practice

This term refers to the profession of nursing as a whole.

28
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What is the Nursing Comprehensive Licensure Exam abbreviated as?

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NCLEX

National Council Licensure Examination

29
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What does AACN stand for?

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Association of Accredited Colleges of Nursing

AACN stands for Association of Accredited Colleges of Nursing

30
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Which organization is represented by NLN?

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National League of Nursing

NLN stands for National League of Nursing

31
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What are some of the requirements for Board of Nursing approvals?

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Continuing Education credits, Background checks, Enforcement of Nurse Practice Act

These requirements include Continuing Education credits, Background checks, and Enforcement of Nurse Practice Act

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Boards of Nursing Differentiated Competencies for LVNs, ADNs and BSNs (Standards of Practice)

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Member of the Profession
Self-assessment
Life-long learning
Improvement of the discipline of nursing

These are the competencies expected from Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), Associate Degree Nurses (ADNs), and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSNs) as standards of practice.

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Provider of Patient-Centered Care

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Nursing Process
Safe, compassionate care based on the level of education of the nurse and the adequacy and extensiveness of using the nursing process
Advocacy

This involves providing care centered around the patient’s needs, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring safe and compassionate care based on the nurse’s education level, and advocating for the patient.

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Goals of Nursing: Health Promotion

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Teaching, encouraging, and motivating patients to engage in healthy lifestyle practices

Example: Educating a patient on the importance of regular exercise and balanced nutrition.

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Goals of Nursing: Health Restoration

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To nursing of individuals who have experienced an acute illness or injury that is amenable to medical or surgical treatment interventions

Example: Providing post-operative care to a patient recovering from a surgical procedure.

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Goals of Nursing: Health Maintenance

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Minimizing negative potential consequences of disease
Preventing complications and/or anticipating adverse effects

Example: Monitoring a diabetic patient’s blood sugar levels to prevent diabetic complications.

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