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What is health assessment?
A skill to identify normal from abnormal findings, assessing the whole patient through data collection, validation, and clustering
Health assessment includes establishing a baseline health history and ongoing data collection.
What does the acronym ADPIE stand for in the nursing process?
- Assessment
- Diagnosis
- Planning
- Implementation
- Evaluation
ADPIE is a systematic approach used in nursing to ensure comprehensive patient care.
What is the primary focus of primary prevention?
Prevention of disease and disability, improving overall health and well-being
Examples include immunizations and health education.
Define critical thinking in nursing.
An active, purposeful, organized cognitive process involving creativity, reflection, problem solving, and judgment
Critical thinking is essential during the assessment process.
What are the five steps of the nursing process?
- Assessment
- Diagnosis
- Planning
- Implementation
- Evaluation
Each step is essential for delivering effective nursing care.
What is clinical judgment?
An interpretation or conclusion about a patient’s needs or health problems and the decision to take action
Clinical judgment is crucial for quality nursing care.
What are the levels of prevention in health care?
- Primary prevention
- Secondary prevention
- Tertiary prevention
Each level addresses different aspects of health care and patient needs.
Fill in the blank: The acronym CLEAR in communication stands for _______.
[Center, Listen, Empathy, Attention, Respect]
CLEAR is used for effective patient interviews.
What is the purpose of conducting a health history?
To gather information about a patient’s past and present health and personal beliefs influencing health
This process includes assessing psychosocial factors and health promotion practices.
True or False: Intuitive thinking relies solely on observable facts.
False
Intuitive thinking can be based on gut feelings and subtle cues.
What is the goal of the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) project?
To prepare future nurses with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to improve healthcare quality and safety
QSEN identifies six core competencies for registered nurses.
What is a nursing diagnosis?
Analyzing potential or actual health problems using subjective and objective data
It reflects the individual’s actual or potential health risks.
Define tertiary prevention.
Restoration of health after illness or disease has occurred
Examples include rehabilitation programs for stroke patients.
What is the significance of therapeutic communication?
Sensitive, nonjudgmental, culturally competent communication that addresses patient needs
It is essential for obtaining baseline information and fostering trust.
What is the role of nurses in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA)?
To advocate for patients, provide compassionate care, and maintain competency
The PPACA aims to improve healthcare accessibility and quality.
List the six core competencies identified by QSEN.
- Patient-Centered Care
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Quality Improvement
- Safety
- Informatics
These competencies are essential for nursing practice.
What is the review of systems (ROS)?
A subjective report by the patient about all body systems
It includes pertinent positives and negatives regarding symptoms.
What does intuitive thinking involve?
A gut feeling or sense of knowing not supported by observable facts
Intuition develops with experience and influences patient care quality.
What is therapeutic communication?
A process during which information is shared through the exchange of verbal and nonverbal messages, creating a relationship through interaction.
Who emphasized the nurse-patient relationship as the foundation of nursing practice?
Hildegard Peplau.
What must be maintained and respected during the entire patient encounter?
Privacy and confidentiality.
What law was created in April 2003 to maintain confidentiality for personal health information?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Name three dimensions of therapeutic communication for a patient-centered assessment.
- Empathy and compassion
- Unconditional regard
- Genuineness
What does empathy involve in therapeutic communication?
A deep awareness of and insight into the feelings, emotions, and behavior of another person.
What is unconditional regard?
Respecting and accepting a patient as a unique individual.
List two important preparations nurses should make before interviewing a patient.
- Read the patient’s record
- Arrange for a private environment
What is active listening?
Paying close attention to a patient’s report and non-verbal cues; maintaining good eye contact.
What should nurses avoid using during interviews to facilitate understanding?
Medical jargon.
What are some nonverbal communication cues to be aware of during an interview?
- Physical appearance
- Body language
- Facial expression
- Eye contact
- Gestures
True or False: Nonverbal communication accounts for less than 10% of the initial message we communicate.
False.
What is the purpose of summarizing at the end of an interview?
To clarify and accurately capture the important points of the patient’s history or problem.
Fill in the blank: Effective communication should be ______, concise, and honest.
clear
What is the first phase of the interview process?
Introductory Phase.
What is the focus of the Working Phase of the interview?
Collecting information about the patient.
What should nurses do if a patient appears quiet during an interview?
Ask if there is anything they would like to talk about.
Name two barriers to effective therapeutic communication.
- Asking too many questions
- Using clichés
What is the role of silence in therapeutic communication?
Allows the patient and the nurse to think over or feel what is being discussed.
What should a nurse do if a patient does not understand a question?
Obtain clarification.
What is the significance of using transitional statements during an interview?
To help redirect the interview to another topic.
What should nurses demonstrate when giving feedback to patients?
Honesty and respect.
What is the first step in patient communication?
Introduce yourself and call the patient by the appropriate surname.
What is the primary focus during the Working Phase of an interview?
Collect information about the patient.
What types of questions should be asked during the Working Phase?
Open- and closed-ended questions.
What should the nurse do if a patient does not understand English?
Explain the right to have a language interpreter.
True or False: It is recommended to use family members as interpreters during an assessment.
False.
What are some strategies for communicating with hearing-impaired patients?
Sit closer, ensure good lighting, speak slowly and clearly, face the patient.
What should a nurse do if a patient cannot hear?
Use written communication such as a whiteboard or paper and pencil.
What is crucial for visually impaired patients during assessments?
Introduce yourself and explain the purpose of the assessment.
What mnemonic is used to gather details about the history of present illness?
OLDCART.
What should be documented promptly regarding allergies?
The type of reaction the patient has had to an allergen.
What does a psychosocial assessment collect information about?
Psychological health and all aspects of the patient’s social life.
List the fundamental topics included in a psychosocial assessment.
- Behavioral
- Environmental
- Social
- Financial/economic
What is the purpose of a cultural assessment?
Identify specific cultural factors that affect a patient’s health.
What should nurses do to provide culturally competent care?
Develop increasing awareness about the similarities and differences of diverse cultures.
What is the General Survey in the Review of Systems (ROS)?
State of health and any current complaints/concerns.
What should be documented if a patient is unreliable or unable to answer questions?
The reason for their unreliability must be documented.
What are the components of the ROS?
- Integumentary
- HEENT
- Respiratory
- Cardiovascular
- Abdominal/GI
- GU/Reproductive
- Neuromuscular
- Neuro
What should be asked regarding the skin during the ROS?
Presence of rashes, lesions, redness, itching, or changes in moles.
Fill in the blank: The purpose of the OLDCARTS mnemonic is to document the specific details of _______.
[symptom(s)].
What should be assessed regarding the patient’s hair during the ROS?
Changes in hair distribution, brittleness, or hair loss.
What is the difference between dizziness and vertigo?
Dizziness is feeling light-headed; vertigo is a sensation of moving around.
What is recommended regarding cotton-tip applicators?
They are not recommended to clean the inner ear.
What should you avoid using to clean the inner ear?
Cotton-tip applicators
Cotton-tip applicators can push earwax farther into the ear canal.
What are common symptoms to assess in the nose and sinuses?
Nosebleeds, nasal drainage, loss of smell, allergy symptoms, sinus infections, sinus headaches
These symptoms can indicate underlying issues that require further evaluation.