Exam 3: Self-Assessment Notes

These flashcards cover essential nursing concepts, from health principles to professional identity and patient care processes.

What is the difference between public health and community health?

Public health focuses on large populations while community health focuses on specific groups or local populations.

What are the three levels of prevention in healthcare?

Primary: Prevent disease (vaccines), Secondary: Early detection (screenings), Tertiary: Manage disease (rehab, medications).

What does ADPIE stand for in the nursing process?

Assess, Diagnose, Plan, Implement, Evaluate.

What are the different roles of the nurse?

Caregiver, Educator, Advocate, Communicator, and Leader.

What are the key legal and ethical terms every nurse should know?

Autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, HIPAA.

How does informatics contribute to clinical practice?

Informatics uses technology to improve safety and efficiency in patient care.

How is an acute illness different from a chronic illness?

Acute illness is short-term, whereas chronic illness is long-term.

What is the purpose of healthcare models in clinical practice?

They provide frameworks to guide decision-making and treatment.

What are common risk factors for mobility issues?

Age, surgery, weakness, obesity, and immobility.

What is the difference between SCDs and TED hose?

SCDs inflate/deflate to prevent clots, while TED hose provide constant compression.

What is the significance of proper body mechanics in nursing?

Proper body mechanics prevent injury to the nurse and ensure safe patient movement.

What are the principles of delegation in nursing?

Right task, right person, right situation, right communication, right supervision.

How does the nursing process apply to patient care?

The nursing process guides nurses in assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care.

What attributes are essential to professional identity in nursing?

Compassion, accountability, and competence.

What is the difference between beliefs and values?

Beliefs are what you think, while values are what you prioritize.

What types of baths are commonly performed in nursing care?

Bed bath, partial bath, and complete bath.

What are the different types of pain?

Acute, chronic, and neuropathic.

What is ISBAR in nursing communication?

Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation.

What distinguishes medical asepsis from surgical asepsis?

Medical asepsis refers to clean techniques, while surgical asepsis refers to sterile techniques.

What are signs of infection?

Fever, redness, swelling, and pain.

How does critical thinking affect nursing practice?

Critical thinking involves making safe, evidence-based decisions.

What are the main components of vital signs?

Temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.

What is the significance of SMART goals in nursing?

SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

What legal considerations are involved in documentation?

Documentation must be accurate, truthful, and timely.