Week 4 - Communication and Nursing Process Flashcards
(5 cards)
What is the significance of communication in a therapeutic relationship?
Establishes trust and rapport.
Enhances understanding through verbal/non-verbal skills.
Adapts to diverse patient needs. (Tailoring communication to meet the needs of different patients (cultural, linguistic, cognitive) is essential for effective care.)
What are the phases of the nursing process?
Assessment: Collect comprehensive data about the patient’s health status through interviews and physical exams.
Diagnosis: Analyze the data to identify patient problems and formulate nursing diagnoses.
Planning: Set measurable goals and develop a care plan tailored to the patient’s needs.
Implementation: Execute the care plan and provide direct patient care, including interventions.
Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of interventions and determine if goals were met; modify the care plan as needed.
What activities are associated with the assessing phase of the nursing process?
Conducting Patient Interviews: Gather subjective data about the patient’s health history and current concerns.
Performing Physical Assessments: Collect objective data through physical examination and vital signs.
Reviewing Medical History: Analyze previous records to inform current assessments and care planning.
Utilizing Standardized Assessment Tools: Implement tools like fall risk assessments to identify potential issues.
How can clients at risk of falls and pressure injuries be identified?
Morse Fall Scale: Assesses fall risk based on history of falls, secondary diagnosis, ambulatory aid, IV therapy, gait, and mental status.
Braden Scale: Predicts pressure sore risk by evaluating sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition, and friction/shear.
What are injury prevention strategies for falls and pressure injuries?
Regular repositioning.
Proper footwear and mobility aids.
Patient and family education on fall risks.
Environmental assessments to eliminate hazards.
