Professional Nursing Notes Review

A set of flashcards covering key concepts and strategies in professional nursing, focusing on professional identity, client care, communication, and evidence-based practices.

What is one role of professional identity in nursing?

It encompasses behaviors, knowledge, values, and the inner sense of self.

What are strategies to address professional caregiver issues?

Understanding potential issues, fostering resilience, and implementing healthy habits.

What type of care do nurses provide?

Client-centered care.

What is evidence-based practice?

Clinical decisions based on scientific evidence to improve client outcomes.

What is an essential component of interprofessional collaborative practice?

Communication among health care team members.

What is a key feature of professionalism in nursing?

Accountability within the interdisciplinary team.

What does the ANA Code of Ethics emphasize?

The responsibility of nurses to provide safe, compassionate, and ethical care.

What does client education aim to achieve?

To empower clients and decrease complications and readmissions.

How can nurses maintain a healthy lifestyle according to the notes?

By organizing work routines and practicing self-care.

What is moral distress in nursing?

A feeling of anguish due to constraints that prevent nurses from acting according to their values.

Name one issue commonly faced by professional caregivers.

Stress and professional burnout.

What does the nursing process include?

Assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

What is a practice to ensure client safety during procedures?

Using at least two identifiers, such as name and date of birth.

What is the purpose of the Joint Commission's National Patient Safety Goals?

To improve patient safety and quality care.

What are the five steps of the research process in evidence-based practice?

Pose a question, gather evidence, analyze evidence, apply evidence, assess results.

What qualities are important for a good nurse leader?

Professionalism, effective communication, and commitment to client care.

How can nurses promote workplace culture?

By fostering diversity and including nurses in planning.

What is the significance of client advocacy in nursing?

Ensuring that client needs and rights are respected and met.

What does critical debriefing help with in nursing practice?

It helps nurses to reflect on and resolve moral distress.

What is the impact of interdisciplinary collaboration on client outcomes?

It improves outcomes and coordinates use of resources.