Module M,N,O,P, & Q: Definitions Flashcards
Assessment
first step of nursing process; collecting information about a resident
Evaluation
fifth step of nursing process; deciding if nursing measures worked or were effective, and whether goal was met
Planning
third step of nursing process; setting of resident goals that are prioritized
Nursing Process
method used by nurses to plan and deliver nursing care to the resident
Nursing Diagnosis
second step of nursing process; a health problem that nurses can treat using nursing measures
Nursing Care Plan (or the care plan)
individualized, written plan of care for residents based on nursing process written by the nurse and used for coordination and continuity of care
Implementation
fourth step of nursing process; nursing measures carried out during resident care
Kardex
type of card file that includes information important to the care of residents and includes drugs, treatments, diagnoses, routine care measures, and special needs
Incident Reports
method of documenting facts surrounding any unexpected even in healthcare setting
Family
a group of individuals related by blood, marriage, or a feeling of closeness
Family Support
offers of encouragement, assurance, and sense of connection for the resident offered by blood relatives or group of individuals close to the resident
Critical Thinking
safely providing resident care in a variety of situations based on facts learned and bedside observations, or the ability to think on one’s feet
Person-centered Care
is the practice of basing resident care on individual resident needs, preferences and expectations
How does an NA demonstrate person centered care?
show respect, call by name, smile, be friendly, let them make choices and decisions if able
