Nursing And The Health Care System Flashcards
The art of nursing helps identify and meets patients
Emotional and psychological needs
Provide comfort and support
Educate the public
Advocate on behalf of the patients
The science of nursing uses the nursing process to(A.D.P.I.E)
Assess Diagnosis Plan Implement Evaluate
Evidence based practice
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.
Current Nursing practices
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
Health care services and levels of care
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Primary
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
Secondary care(acute care)
Health care services to which primary caregivers refer clients for consultation additional testing
Emergency care
Rehabilitation services
Home health
Laboratory and diagnostic procedures
Tertiary care(continuing care)
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