Exam 1 Flashcards
(43 cards)
Second phase of the nursing process
Diagnosis
The action phase
Implementation
1st phase of the nursing process
Assessment
Based on the pt’s response to health problems
Diagnosis
Includes the history and physical exam
Assessment
Divided into two phases
Planning
Determine whether the outcomes were met
Evaluation
The problem
Diagnosis
Includes test results and lab values
Assessment
Based on evidence-based care standards
Implementation or Planning
Data gathering phase
Assessment
Document actions and patient response
Implementation
Includes outcomes and interventions
Planning
Based on a review of the assessment data
Diagnosis
Care plan is modified
Evaluation
Hypothesis is made
Diagnosis
Delegation occurs
Implementation
Finished product is a care plan
Planning
4 purposes of Nursing
Promote Health
Prevent Illness
Restore Health
Advocacy
Promote Health
Education, encouragement, diet plans, exercise
Prevent Illness
Hygiene, Dr’s 1st set of eyes, vaccinations, screenings
Restore Health
Position changes, bandage changing
Advocacy
When pt is in pain, notice cues and verbal changes, providing resources
What is the ANA?
American Nurses Association
Code of ethics, scope standards, advocacy, ethics, quality of practice