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What is compassion fatigue?
A state of burnout and secondary traumatic stress experienced by healthcare providers.
What does the acronym PICOT stand for in evidence-based practice?
Population, Intervention/area of Interest, Comparison intervention/area of interest, Outcome, Time.
What are the primary components of primary healthcare?
Includes primary care, health education, proper nutrition, maternal/child health care, family planning, immunizations, and control of diseases.
What is the role of the RN during the assessment phase?
The RN collects pertinent data and information related to the patient’s health/situation.
What does 'Implementation' refer to in the nursing process?
The phase where the nurse implements the developed care plan.
List three feelings that can result from nurses’ self-care neglect.
Feelings of hopelessness, decreased ability to take pleasure in activities, and hypervigilance.
What is palliative care?
A patient- and family-centered care approach focusing on improving quality of life for those experiencing life-threatening illnesses.
Explain the significance of Health Disparities.
Preventable differences in a population’s ability to achieve optimal health.
What is the goal of community health nursing?
To preserve, protect, promote, or maintain health within the community.
What is the nightingale’s Environmental Theory about?
It focuses on manipulating the patient’s environment to restore health.
What are the four key concepts of the nursing metaparadigm?
Person, Health, Environment/Situation, Nursing.
What is evidence-based practice (EBP)?
It involves using research evidence to make informed clinical decisions.
Define burnout in the context of healthcare providers.
A condition where perceived demands exceed perceived resources, leading to physical and mental exhaustion.
What are the three levels of prevention in healthcare?
Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary prevention.
What is meant by 'subjective data' in nursing assessments?
Information provided by the patient, including feelings and perceptions.
What is the primary focus of health teaching and promotion?
To educate individuals on health, improve health literacy, and encourage healthy practices.
What do you need to document in nursing practice?
Factual and concise information regarding patient assessments and care provided.
What is a medical diagnosis?
A clinical judgment made by a healthcare provider to determine a specific health issue.
What does self-actualization refer to?
The highest expression of one’s individual potential.
What is the critical thinking model in nursing?
It includes competence, experience, attitudes, and thinking independently when making decisions.
What are the signs and symptoms in nursing diagnosis?
Signs are objective findings, and symptoms are subjective reports from the patient.
What are standing orders in nursing?
Pre-printed documents containing medical orders for specific patients without needing to notify the healthcare provider.
What role does interpersonal communication play in nursing?
It is essential for effectively interacting with patients and understanding their needs.
What is the purpose of evaluating health care interventions?
To determine whether a patient’s condition improved after nursing interventions were administered.
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