Ch 3

Question 1

What are Nursing Theories based on?

Answer 1

PERSON, HEALTH STATUS, PHILOSOPHY, PURPOSE

Definitions of person, health status, philosophy, and purpose are the foundation of Nursing Theories.

Question 2

Florence Nightingale

Answer 2

Environmental Theory - Assessment and alteration of environmental impact on healing: fresh air and cleanliness

Example sentence: Florence Nightingale emphasized the importance of fresh air and cleanliness in healing.

Question 3

Virginia Henderson

Answer 3

Nursing Need Theory - 14 individualistic and holistic human needs

Example sentence: Virginia Henderson identified 14 basic human needs that are essential for holistic care.

Question 4

Martha Rogers

Answer 4

The Science of Unitary Human Beings - Dynamism: nursing and health as energy forces undergoing constant change

Question 5

Callista Roy

Answer 5

Adaptation Model of Nursing

Question 6

Dorothea Orem

Answer 6

Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory

Question 7

Madeleine Leininger

Answer 7

Transcultural Nursing Theory - Cultural Sensitivity

Question 8

Jean Watson

Answer 8

Nursing Theory of Caring

Question 9

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Caring

Answer 9

Caring

Example sentence: Nurses demonstrate caring by providing emotional support to patients.

Question 10

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Art

Answer 10

Art

Art in nursing refers to the creativity and skill needed to provide high-quality care.

Question 11

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Science

Answer 11

Science

Nursing is based on scientific evidence and research to provide effective care.

Question 12

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Client centered

Answer 12

Client centered

Nurses focus on the individual needs and preferences of each patient.

Question 13

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Holistic

Answer 13

Holistic

Nursing considers the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of a patient’s health.

Question 14

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Adaptive

Answer 14

Adaptive

Nurses are flexible and able to adjust care plans based on changing patient needs.

Question 15

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Helping

Answer 15

Helping

Nurses provide assistance and support to patients in need.

Question 16

Characteristic trait of Nursing: Culturally sensitive

Answer 16

Culturally sensitive

Nurses respect and consider the cultural beliefs and practices of each patient.

Question 17

What are the physical skills required in nursing?

Answer 17

Ability to stand, bend, flex, lift

Example: A nurse needs to be able to stand for long periods during surgeries.

Question 18

What are the cognitive skills required in nursing?

Answer 18

Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacotherapeutics, Science, Nutrition, Growth and Development

These skills are essential for understanding and treating patients.

Question 19

What are the emotional intelligence skills required in nursing?

Answer 19

Skills related to understanding and managing emotions in oneself and others

Emotional intelligence helps nurses provide compassionate care.

Question 20

What are some examples of technical skills?

Answer 20

vital signs
starting intravenous therapies
administering medications by various routes
catheterizations
suctioning
tube feedings
wound care
ambulation techniques

Example sentence: Nurses need to be proficient in technical skills such as starting intravenous therapies and administering medications by various routes.

Question 21

What are some examples of interpersonal skills?

Answer 21

Therapeutic, purposeful, respectful, clarifying communication

Example sentence: Effective communication is an essential interpersonal skill in the healthcare field.

Question 22

What does cultural sensitivity entail?

Answer 22

Awareness of uniqueness of self and each individual
Awareness of cultural variations
Avoiding stereotyping especially related to pain

Example sentence: Cultural sensitivity requires healthcare professionals to be aware of their own uniqueness and that of others.

Question 23

Characteristics of a Profession

Answer 23

Unique Body of Knowledge
Autonomy
Service oriented practice
Research (evidence basis of practice)
Organization
Standards of Practice
Code of Ethics

These are the key characteristics that define a profession.

Question 24

Nurse Practice Act

Answer 24

guaranteeing safety of practitioners for consumers

This act ensures the safety of healthcare providers and patients.

Question 25

Standards of Practice

Answer 25

safe environment for patients competency in assessment and procedural skills timeliness in monitoring, intervening and reporting, and documentation ## Footnote These are the standards that nurses must adhere to in their daily practice.

Question 26

Standards of Care

Answer 26

expectations relating to ethical and legal behaviors ## Footnote These are the expectations regarding ethical and legal conduct in nursing practice.

Question 27

The Nursing Profession

Answer 27

The field encompassing all aspects of nursing practice ## Footnote This term refers to the profession of nursing as a whole.

Question 28

What is the Nursing Comprehensive Licensure Exam abbreviated as?

Answer 28

NCLEX ## Footnote National Council Licensure Examination

Question 29

What does AACN stand for?

Answer 29

Association of Accredited Colleges of Nursing ## Footnote AACN stands for Association of Accredited Colleges of Nursing

Question 30

Which organization is represented by NLN?

Answer 30

National League of Nursing ## Footnote NLN stands for National League of Nursing

Question 31

What are some of the requirements for Board of Nursing approvals?

Answer 31

Continuing Education credits, Background checks, Enforcement of Nurse Practice Act ## Footnote These requirements include Continuing Education credits, Background checks, and Enforcement of Nurse Practice Act

Question 32

Boards of Nursing Differentiated Competencies for LVNs, ADNs and BSNs (Standards of Practice)

Answer 32

Member of the Profession Self-assessment Life-long learning Improvement of the discipline of nursing ## Footnote These are the competencies expected from Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), Associate Degree Nurses (ADNs), and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSNs) as standards of practice.

Question 33

Provider of Patient-Centered Care

Answer 33

Nursing Process Safe, compassionate care based on the level of education of the nurse and the adequacy and extensiveness of using the nursing process Advocacy ## Footnote This involves providing care centered around the patient's needs, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring safe and compassionate care based on the nurse's education level, and advocating for the patient.

Question 34

Goals of Nursing: Health Promotion

Answer 34

Teaching, encouraging, and motivating patients to engage in healthy lifestyle practices ## Footnote Example: Educating a patient on the importance of regular exercise and balanced nutrition.

Question 35

Goals of Nursing: Health Restoration

Answer 35

To nursing of individuals who have experienced an acute illness or injury that is amenable to medical or surgical treatment interventions ## Footnote Example: Providing post-operative care to a patient recovering from a surgical procedure.

Question 36

Goals of Nursing: Health Maintenance

Answer 36

Minimizing negative potential consequences of disease Preventing complications and/or anticipating adverse effects ## Footnote Example: Monitoring a diabetic patient's blood sugar levels to prevent diabetic complications.