Exam 2 Flashcards
Component of caring that understands what an event means in the life of the patient (loss of a loved one or a new baby)
Knowing
the component of caring that means being emotionally present for the patient (eye contact, active listening)
being with
component of caring that is doing what the patient would do for themselves
doing for
Component of caring that supports the patient through coping with life changes and unfamiliar events
enabling
the component of caring that is about having faith in the patient’s ability to get through the change or event to find fulfillment. I.e. a new prosthetic, new colostomy bag, cardiac rehab
Maintaining belief
Caring is more concerned about what?
the Affective
Things nurses’ can do to take care of themselves
take breaks
exercise
The advanced directive where one writes out what they do or do not want in terms of medical care if you are unable to speak
Living will
The advanced directive that names someone as your healthcare agent to oversee your healthcare decisions for you. usually given to supervise patient care
Durable power of attorney
Advanced directive that is in place for when someone is named to make decisions for a patient who is not in a mental state to make their own.
Psychiatric advanced directives
The person’s right to choose and ability to act on that choice. Respect of human dignity
Autonomy
Do no harm and prevent harm
Non maleficence
Promoting good. Bringing out positive good
Beneficence
being faithful to keeping promises
Fidelity
Telling the truth
Veracity