ch.4 nursing process

Question 1

what are the 5 steps to problem solving

Answer 1

1. define problem
2. consider alternative solutions
3. consider the outcomes for each alternative
4. predict the likelihood of each outcome occurring
5. choose the alternative with the best chances of success and with the least undesirable outcomes

Question 2

how do you prioritize in the nursing process

Answer 2

life threatening is high priority; what will happen if you dont see patient on time; review organization every 2 hours;

Question 3

what is subjective data

Answer 3

subjective data is the patient saying something ( i have a headache)

Question 4

what is objective data

Answer 4

objective data is what you see hear or measure

Question 5

reassessment done by RN? T or F?

Answer 5

true

Question 6

pieces of data or info that influence decisions

Answer 6

cues

Question 7

what are most important(first thing) you check for when assessing patient?

Answer 7

maslows and your ABC’s

Question 8

what is a specific statement regarding the goal the patient is expected to achieve?

Answer 8

expected outcome

Question 9

what should an expected outcome be?

Answer 9

specific, attainable, and with a defined timeline

Question 10

how often should you review and update your care plan?

Answer 10

24 hours

Question 11

what is implementation in simple terms

Answer 11

action

Question 12

what action doesnt require an order

Answer 12

independent nursing action

Question 13

what action requires a doctors order? like giving medication

Answer 13

dependent nursing action