Key Concepts in Adult Health Clinicals

A collection of flashcards covering key vocabulary and concepts related to adult health clinical experiences.

Clinical Rotations

Hands-on experiences in real healthcare settings.

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

An essential aspect of patient care involving the maintenance of body fluids and nutrients.

Respiratory Problems

Health issues related to the respiratory system that students will study.

Musculoskeletal System

The system of bones, muscles, and connective tissues in the body.

Adult Health One

The first course in a series focusing on health care for adults.

Clinical Makeup Day

An additional day for students to make up missed clinical experiences.

Clinical Days

Scheduled days when clinical work or practice occurs.

Pediatric Clinicals

Clinical experience focused on the care of children.

Med-Surg

Medical-surgical nursing, a core focus of nursing education.

OB Clinicals

Clinical experience focused on obstetrics and gynecological care.

Community Health

Health care services provided in a community setting.

Mental Health Clinicals

Clinical experiences focusing on the care of patients with mental health issues.

School Nurse Experience

Clinical rotations involving school nursing.

Epic Charting System

An electronic health record system used for patient information.

Vital Signs Assessment

The measurement of essential body functions such as temperature, pulse, and respiration.

Partnered Clinicals

Pairing students with nurses during clinical to enhance learning.

Scavenger Hunt in Clinicals

An activity where students find specific information in patient charts.

Patient Report

Information about a patient's condition and care given by healthcare staff.

Assessment Skills

The skills required to evaluate a patient's health condition.

PCT Responsibilities

Tasks performed by Patient Care Technicians that nursing students may also do.

Cumulative Curriculum

A progressive learning system where knowledge builds upon previous material.

Pathfinders

A healthcare facility where some clinical experiences might occur.

Huntington School Nurse

A specific clinical rotation involving a school nurse in Huntington.

Guidelines for Clinicals

Instructions provided to students on how to navigate their clinical experiences.

Transportation for Clinicals

Travel to various locations for clinical experiences.

Fort Wayne Clinical Sites

Potential healthcare sites where students may have rotations.

Patient Care Guidelines

Protocols for how to care for and assist patients.

Clinical Simulation

Practical learning exercises that simulate real patient care scenarios.

Weekly Clinical Schedule

Organizational plan detailing when clinical hours occur in a week.

Collaborative Learning

Learning approach where students work together in clinicals.

Patient Interaction

Direct communication and engagement with patients.

Healthcare Team Collaboration

Working together with other healthcare professionals for patient care.

Clinical Orientation

Introduction to clinical settings and expectations.

Preceptor Guidance

Support and mentoring provided by experienced nurses in clinical settings.

Hands-on Experience

Practical application of nursing skills in real-world settings.

Patient Safety Protocols

Procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of patients.

Professional Development

Opportunities for growth and learning in the nursing profession.

Nursing Skills Lab

A facility for practicing nursing skills before clinical rotation.

Active Learning

Engaging in learning through practical and participatory activities.

Emergency Response Training

Preparation for handling urgent healthcare situations.

Caring for Diverse Populations

Providing healthcare to patients from varied backgrounds.

Ethical Considerations

Moral principles guiding nursing practice.

Patient Education

Informing patients about their health and care.

Communication Skills

Essential skills for effective interaction with patients and healthcare teams.

Assessment Documentation

Recording of findings from patient assessments.

Clinical Evaluation

The process of assessing a student's performance in a clinical environment.

Interprofessional Collaboration

Working alongside different healthcare professions for improved patient care.

Healthcare Regulations

Laws and policies governing clinical practice.

Skill Competency

Proficiency in performing necessary nursing skills successfully.