Judgement and the Nursing Process Flashcards
1
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Clinical Judgment
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The conclusion, decision, or opinion a nurse makes after they consider the issue, based on critical thinking or clinical reasoning.
2
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Clinical Reasoning
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Is the process used to consider issues at the patient’s bedside or point of care to prevent or manage a problem.
3
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Critical thinking
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Is a broad term that includes reasoning inside and outside of the clinical setting.
4
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Components of Critical Thinking
Seven items outlined in lecture
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- Identify priorities
- Gather and validate information
- Analyze the information
- Draw on past experience and knowledge
- Maintain flexibility
- Consider alternatives
- Formulate decisions
5
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The Nursing Process
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- Assessment
- Analysis
- Planning
- Implementation
- Evaluation
ADPIE
6
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How to Use Clincal Judgement
3 outlined in lecture
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- Read Over The Case Study or Patient History
- Highlight any information you think might be important or pertinent in the care of your patient.
- Next break the case down by utilizing the 6 steps in the Nursing Process
7
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Maslow’s Hierarchy
5 tiers
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- Physiological
- Safety and Security
- Love and Belonging
- Esteem
- Self-Actualization
8
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SMART Goal
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- Specific
- Measureable
- Attainable
- Relevant
- Timely