Management of Care Flashcards
Advocacy, Advanced Directives, Assignment (15 cards)
Short Answer: Name one benefit of effective time management in nursing.
Improved patient outcomes.
True or False: Prioritizing tasks is a key component of time management in nursing.
True
True or False: An advanced directive can include a living will and a durable power of attorney for healthcare.
True
True or False: Advocacy in nursing only involves speaking on behalf of the patient.
False
Which of the following is NOT a strategy for effective time management? A) Delegating tasks B) Ignoring interruptions C) Setting realistic goals D) Using a planner
B) Ignoring interruptions
Fill in the blank: Advocating for patients includes ensuring they have access to __________ information about their treatment options.
accurate
Fill in the blank: An advanced directive is also known as a __________.
living will
Short answer: What is the primary purpose of an advanced directive?
To ensure that a person’s healthcare preferences are respected when they are unable to communicate.
Fill in the blank: The __________ method is a common time management technique that helps nurses prioritize their daily tasks.
ABC
Which of the following is NOT typically included in an advanced directive? A) Medical treatment preferences B) Funeral arrangements C) Organ donation wishes
B) Funeral arrangements
What is the primary goal of effective time management for nurses?
To provide safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
Short Answer: Name one ethical principle that underpins the concept of advocacy in nursing.
Autonomy
What is an advanced directive?
A legal document that outlines a person’s wishes regarding medical treatment in the event they are unable to communicate those wishes.
What is the primary role of a nurse in patient advocacy?
To represent and support the patient’s rights and preferences in healthcare decisions.
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a nurse acting as an advocate? A) Informing patients of their rights B) Ignoring patient concerns C) Speaking up for vulnerable populations
B) Ignoring patient concerns
