Nursing mneumonics Flashcards
What does SOLER stand for?
S
- Sit facing the patient.
This posture indicates that the nurse is there to listen and is interested in what the patient is saying.
O
- Keep an open posture
(i.e., keep arms and legs uncrossed).
This posture suggests that the nurse is receptive (“open”) to what the patient has to say. A “closed” position may convey a defensive attitude, possibly invoking a similar response in the patient.
L
- Lean toward the patient.
This posture indicates that the nurse is involved and interested in the interaction.
E
- Establish and maintain intermittent eye contact.
This behaviour conveys the nurse’s involvement in and willingness to listen to what the patient is saying. Absence of eye contact or shifting of the eyes indicates that the nurse is not interested in what the patient is saying.
R
- Relax.
It is important to communicate a sense of being relaxed and comfortable with the patient. Restlessness communicates a lack of interest and conveys a sense of discomfort that may extend to the patient.
What are the 6 C’s of roachs theory of caring?
- Compassion
- Competence
- Confidence
- Conscience
- Commitment
- Comportment
What are the CAGE questions to assess for substance misuse?
- Cut down: Need to cut down on drinking/drug use?
- Annoyed: People annoyed by criticizing your use?
- Guilty: Felt guilty about your use?
- Eye-opener: Used first thing in morning to steady nerves?
What does PERLA stand for?
Pupils are
Equal
Round
Reactive to
Light
Accomodation
Ascultate heart moving in APE-to-man pattern
Aortic valve
Pulmonic valve
Erb’s point
Tricuspid valve
Mitral valve
