Prioritization

Question 1

Prioritizing

Answer 1

rank pt diagnosis/actions in order of importance, helps sequence interventions, based on urgency/time

Question 2

Time management aspect

Answer 2

do now, do later, don’t do. helps shape to do list by focusing on important - can delegate

Question 3

Why set priorities?

Answer 3

limited time, resources, budget, separate needs from wants, id real priorities, ensure most important work gets done, avoid firefighting

Question 4

Prioritization helps to

Answer 4

decide which pt needs/problems are immediate. high = greatest threat SAFETY, medium = not life threatening, low = not related to current level of health. can be psychosocial or physiologic

Question 5

Nursing actions that necessitate planning because they are time sensitive

Answer 5

ex: need blood culture before antibiotics. insulin, surgery, antibiotics, critical meds

Question 6

Prioritize this list:
fall
comfort needs
potential complications
side effects of drugs
teaching family
reviewing orders w/ pt

Answer 6

high, depends, depends, depends, when, when

Question 7

What is the first step in time management?

Answer 7

planning