Nurse Assessment Ch. 16 Flashcards
How many steps are in the nursing process?
5
A.D.P.I.E.
Name the steps in the nursing process.
- Assessment
- Diagnosis
- Planning and outcome identification
- Implementation
- Evaluation
How many types of assessments are there?
3
Name the types of assessment
- PT centered - This is conducted while obtaining the PT HX
- Periodic Assessment - This is conducted through ongoing contact with the PT
- Physical Examination - This is conducted while obtaining the HX and at any time a PT presents with symptoms
When is the PT centered assessment conducted?
This is conducted while obtaining the PT HX
The periodic assessment is accomplished how?
Through ongoing contact with the PT
When is a physical exam conducted?
While obtaining the HX and at any time a PT presents with symptoms
Subjective Data
This is what the PT tell you
Objective Data
This is what information you observe
What are the 3 phases of an interview?
- Orientation/Setting the agenda
- Work Phase - Collecting assessment data
- Termination of the interview
When collecting information about a PT’s illness or health concerns use this acronym?
OPQRST
What does OPQRST stand for?
O - Onset P - Provokes Q - Quality R - Radiate S - Severity T - Time (Assess onset and duration of symptoms)
When interviewing actively listen, then _________.
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