Week 2

Critical Thinking in Nursing

Involves reasoning and judgment based on a solid knowledge foundation to make informed decisions.

Enhances Decision-Making

Improves the quality and accuracy of decisions in patient care.

Deliberate and Outcome-Oriented

Focuses on achieving specific, desirable outcomes in nursing practice.

Involves Reflection

Requires ongoing reflection on actions and outcomes to improve future practice.

Developed Through Practice

Critical thinking skills are honed over time through continuous practice and experience.

Clinical Reasoning

The ability to make decisions based on critical thinking in clinical situations.

QSEN Competencies

A framework for nursing education focusing on quality and safety in patient care.

Teamwork/Collaboration

Actively participating as a healthcare team member and advocating for patients.

Evidence-Based Practice

Critiquing and applying research data to provide rationales for nursing actions.

Quality Improvement

Identifying gaps between best practices and local practices and understanding the PDCA process.

Healthcare Informatics

Retrieving information from Electronic Health Records (EHR) to evaluate patient status.

Safety

Identifying structures and processes responsible for patient safety in clinical settings.

Patient-Centered Care

Applying relationship-based care principles in interactions with patients and healthcare teams.

Preparation for Nursing Classes

Reviewing readings before class and bringing questions for discussion.

Class Participation

Being prepared and actively participating while avoiding distractions.

Professional Behavior

Maintaining respect and avoiding phone use during lectures.

ANA Definition of Nursing

Core duties include protection, promotion, and optimization of health.

Patient-Centered Care

Viewing the patient as a holistic individual with unique needs.

Nursing Process

ADPIE stands for Assess, Diagnose, Plan, Implement, Evaluate.

Influences on Healthcare Delivery

Factors include demographics, disease patterns, technology, and collaboration.

Nurse as a Transitions Coordinator

Roles include Nurse Navigator, Case Manager, and Clinical Nurse Leader.

Rehabilitation Nursing

Assists patients in reaching optimal functional levels and maintaining independence.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

Basic self-care activities like bathing and grooming.

Instrumental ADLs (IADLs)

More complex skills like managing finances and transportation.

Rehabilitation Goals

Focus on maximizing independence and promoting quality of life.

Health Education

Supports informed decision-making and promotes self-care.

Factors Affecting Adherence

Include demographics, illness severity, and psychosocial variables.

Health Promotion

Enhances the patient’s potential for wellness and encourages healthy lifestyle changes.

Patient Education

Involves assessing readiness to learn and tailoring teaching to patient needs.

Adult Health Assessment

Requires effective communication and cultural competence.

Components of Health History

Key elements include biographical data and past health history.

Physical Examination Techniques

Basic techniques include inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation.

Nutritional Assessment

Key components include BMI and waist circumference.

Cultural Assessment

Understanding and respecting cultural beliefs to provide individualized care.