Fundamentals of Nursing Practice (prelims)

These flashcards cover key concepts, definitions, and significant figures in the fundamentals of nursing practice.

Nursing as a Profession

A profession focused on acquiring knowledge in science, including theories, sciences, math, biology, and anatomy and physiology.

Florence Nightingale

Established the foundations of modern nursing and emphasized patient-centered care.

Clara Barton

A Civil War nurse who established the American Red Cross and contributed to nursing during the war.

Linda Richards

America's first trained nurse, known for introducing nursing charts and patient records.

Mary Mahoney

The first African-American professional nurse who advocated for racial equality in nursing.

Lilian Wald

Founder of public health nursing, advocating for nursing in schools and community health services.

Margaret Higgins Sanger

Pioneer of reproductive health and family planning, founder of Planned Parenthood.

San Lazaro Hospital

A pioneer in infectious disease care and a training site for nurses, serving marginalized patients.

Carper's Four Patterns of Knowing

A framework in nursing that includes empirical, aesthetic, personal, and ethical knowledge.

Negligence

Failure to act as a reasonable person would in a similar situation, often unintentional.

Malpractice

A professional form of negligence where a licensed professional fails to adhere to the standard of care.

Informed Consent

Agreement by a patient to accept treatment after being informed of the risks and benefits.