Lesson 1 (CH. 1)

Question 1

Impact of Florence nightingale on nursing?

Answer 1

“lady with the lamp” First nursing theorist, developed Environmental theory (hygiene, sanitation) and first nursing school

Question 2

Where and when did nursing licensing begin?

Answer 2

1914 licensing of LPN’s begun in Mississippi

Question 3

What does (NCLEX-PN) stand for?

Answer 3

National council licensure examination

Question 4

What is the nursing licensure compact (NLC)?

Answer 4

a nationally recognized, multi-state agreement that allows nurses to use their license to practice in home state, and any other states that have enacted the compact. Once licensed can apply for another state license via reciprocity/endorsement

Question 5

What is the difference between LPN & RN?

Answer 5

More in depth curriculum, career opportunities in long term care, scope of practice and different education pathways

Question 6

what are the major organizations in nursing?

Answer 6

(NFLPN) National federation of Licensed Practical nurses

(NLN) National league for nursing

American Nurses Association

Question 7

What are the nursing program credentialing?

Answer 7

Approved Nursing program-satisfies minimum standards set by state board of nursing.

Accreditation- higher standard set by
(ABES) Accrediting Bureau of Health education schools
(NLN) National League of Nursing
(CNEA) Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation

To be Licensed as LPN- Student must complete a state approved nursing program and pass NCLEX exam. Then Submit application to VIRGINIA BOARD of Nursing

Question 8

Purpose, role, responsibilities of Practical and Vocational nurses

Answer 8

Is educated to provide safe, responsible, and effective care under supervision of RN, licensed Physician or dentist.

performs basic therapeutic, rehabilitative and preventative care.

provides care in all types of settings

Question 9

what are the components of the health care system?

Answer 9

Primary                   health care
Secondary             health care 
Tertiary                   health care
Restorative            health care
Continuing            health care

Question 10

primary health

Answer 10

health promotion, prenatal and family planning,Nutrition counseling, disease control

sustained partnership between clients and providers.

Ex; office or Clinic visits, community health centers and scheduled school/work centered screenings. ( vision hearing obesity )

Question 11

Secondary health care

Answer 11

Diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses and injury

EX: care in hospital settings, emergency departments, urgent care settings, diagnostic centers ( inpatient and out patient)

Question 12

Tertiary health care

Answer 12

Acute care that involves the provision of Specialized and highly technical care

EX: intensive care, oncology centers and burn centers

Question 13

Restorative health care

Answer 13

Involves intermediate follow up care for restoring health and promoting self care

ex: home health care , rehab centers skilled nurse facilities

Question 14

Continuing health care

Answer 14

Address long term or chronic health care needs over a period of time.

Ex: end of life care, palliative care, hospice, adult days care, assisted living, in home respite care.

Question 15

Wellness-illness continuum

Answer 15

a health scale 0-10. (4-6 is neutral- “false wellness”). Goal is optimal health level 10

Question 16

Maslow’s Model of Health and wellness

Answer 16

1.Most basic—-Basic physiological needs
airway, breathing.circulation,hydration,nutrition,shelter,exercise

2.Safety and security
injury prevention, trust,psychological safety, patient education, freedom from fear and anxiety.

3.Love and belonging
promote supportive relationships, socialization, therapeutic communication intimacy, family relationships, affection

4.self esteem
acceptance, personal achievement, liking of ones appearance

5.self actualization
spiritual growth, give back to community

Question 17

Health promotion and illness prevention —what are the 3 organized levels?

Answer 17

Maintain wellness
preventing disease
management of care of those with serious health problems

Question 18

Primary—- level of prevention

target population: healthy people

What is the Definition, Goal, and example???????

Answer 18

Definition: reduce incidence of disease, health promotion

Goal: decrease vulnerability, reduce risk factors

Ex; sex education, marriage counseling, immunizations, personal hygiene, sanitation

Question 19

Secondary——– level of prevention

target population; people with undetected disease

What is the Definition, Goal, and example???????

Answer 19

Definition: preventing the spread of disease, and prompt treatment

goal: early diagnosis/screening and treatment, delaying the consequences of disease, prevent complications and spread of infection

EX: All screenings— mammogram, PAP, colonoscopy,

Question 20

Tertiary—level of prevention

Target population: People with a fixed/irreversible condition or disease

What is the Definition, Goal, and example???????

Answer 20

Definition: Irreversible

goal: minimizing the effects of long term disease or disability by preventing complications and deterioration

EX: All rehab—PT, OT Speech, retraining and education helping with disabilities, find work, accommodation

Question 21

What are risk factors?????

Answer 21

Definition: