Chapters 1&2 Flashcards
What is the largest group of healthcare providers in the US
RN
This states we depend on high quality, culturally competent nursing care that depends on a culturally diverse nursing workforce
AACN (American Association of Colleges of Nursing)
This organization started in 1977 and ended in 2008– comprehensive survey of nursing workforce every 4 years
NSSRN (National Sample Survey of Registered Nursing)
This organization found that more than 4 million individuals held licenses as RNs in 2013
NCSBN and FSNWC (National council of state board of nursing and Forum of State Nursing Workforce Centers
Men comprise ___% of students in entry level BSN in nursing in 2014
11.7%
The rate of aging of nurses in the workplace has started to ____ (grow, slow) since 2010
Slow
What fraction of nurses are older than 50
1/3
Racial and ethnic minorities make up ___% of he population but only __% of the RN population
37%; 19%
What qualifies you to be a licensed RN
passing the NCLEX-RN after school
The number of diploma programs have____(increased/decreased)
decrease/declined
The number of diploma programs educates what percent of all new RNs in 2013
4%
The majority of nurses get their initial nursing education in what
ADN programs (2 year degree)
Where is the primary work site for nurses
Hospitals
These people in a hospital make sure nurses are educated on using equipment
Educators
These people in a hospital are the front line people on the floor; they budget, schedule; and are responsible for maintaining govt rules
Managers
This refers to nursing care that is based on the best available research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preference
Evidence-based practice (EBP)
This is a multi-step program that begins with entry-level staff nurse positions; as a nurse gains experience, participate in continuing education, pursue formal education, they become eligible to move up
Clinical ladder
What is a requirement for magnet schools
Clinical ladder
When did licensure begin
1940
What was the first state to develop licensure
North Carolina
Who was probably the first nurse
Phoebe in the bible
This charitable nursing order continues to thrive today, bringing aid to the poor and under-served the world over
Daughters of Charity
When was the first blood transfusion performed
1800s
Who was Florence Nightingale
A pioneer that started the rise of nursing to professional status
During what war was Nightingale prevalent in
Crimean War
