Nursing And The Health Care System Flashcards

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The art of nursing helps identify and meets patients

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Emotional and psychological needs

Provide comfort and support

Educate the public

Advocate on behalf of the patients

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The science of nursing uses the nursing process to(A.D.P.I.E)

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Assess
Diagnosis
Plan
Implement 
Evaluate
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Evidence based practice

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Systematic process utilizing current evidence in making decisions about patient care.

Using the best scientific evidence from research to guide decision making

Integrate best current evidence with clinical expertise ,patient and family preferences and values.

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Current Nursing practices

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The practical nurse follows standards written written by the national federation of Licensed practical nurses to deliver safe and knowledgeable nursing care.

Professional behaviors
Communication 
Assessment and evaluation 
Planning
Caring interventions 
Management of car
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Health care services and levels of care

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Primary
Secondary
Tertiary

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Primary

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Health services provided by the first health care professionals usually a family physician or nurse practitioner.

Prenatal care 
Exercise classes
School physical exams
Meditation class
Nutrition counseling
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Secondary care(acute care)

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Health care services to which primary caregivers refer clients for consultation additional testing

Emergency care
Rehabilitation services
Home health
Laboratory and diagnostic procedures

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Tertiary care(continuing care)

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Health services provided at hospitals or medical centers where complex technology and specialists are available.

Extended long term care 
Chronic diseases management 
Medical homes
Hospice care
In home personal care
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