NURS3005 Assessment 1 VIVA Vocabulary Flashcards

Vocabulary practice flashcards created from NURS3005 Assessment 1 VIVA questions covering Professional Roles & Responsibilities, Health Informatics & Nursing Technology, and Evidence Based Practice & Professional Growth.

Registered Nurse Core Responsibilities

The essential duties of a Registered Nurse in Australia, including delivering safe and quality care, demonstrating leadership, maintaining accountability, and collaborating with interprofessional healthcare teams.

Patient Advocacy

The practice of standing up for patient rights, needs, and preferences to ensure care decisions align with the best interests and safety of the patient.

Professional Boundaries

Clear guidelines and limits maintained by nurses to establish a safe, therapeutic, and ethical professional relationship with patients.

Cultural Competence

The ability of healthcare providers to deliver nursing care that respects and adapts to the diverse cultural beliefs, values, and language needs of patients.

NMBA Standards

Practice standards established by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia that outline professional expectations, legal obligations, and accountability requirements for Registered Nurses.

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Digital systems used to document, store, and access comprehensive, real-time patient health information across healthcare settings.

Digital Documentation

The electronic recording of clinical patient data to facilitate clear communication, improve legibility, and maintain accurate care records.

Telehealth

The use of digital telecommunications and technology to deliver remote clinical nursing services, consultations, and care management.

Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)

Interactive digital tools designed to assist nurses in making informed care decisions by analyzing patient data against clinical knowledge and evidence.

Patient Confidentiality in Digital Health

The ethical and legal obligation to safeguard electronic health data and prevent unauthorized access or disclosure when using digital health tools.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

A decision-making process in nursing that integrates the best available research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values and preferences.

Reflective Practice

The process of examining and evaluating one's own clinical experiences, decisions, and outcomes to promote continuous learning and professional growth.

Clinical Guidelines

Systematically developed statements and recommendations based on research evidence that inform standard clinical decisions and practice.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Ongoing learning and educational activities completed by nurses to maintain competency, update knowledge, and enhance clinical performance throughout their careers.