Nursing Collaboration, Communication, and Advocacy

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to nursing collaboration, communication, and advocacy as discussed in the lecture notes.

Collaboration

Cooperation among health care professionals from various disciplines to provide optimal care for the client.

I-SBAR-R

A standardized communication tool which stands for Introductions, Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, and Readback.

Medication reconciliation

The process of ensuring all medications are accurately listed and verified for appropriate dosing.

Omission error

An error that occurs when a nurse fails to take necessary action or leaves out important steps.

Barriers to collaboration

Obstacles that hinder effective teamwork, including lack of communication, diverse patient needs, and hierarchy among professionals.

Accountability

The acceptance of responsibility for honest and ethical conduct in the nursing profession.

Nursing advocacy

Actions taken to support and promote the health and rights of patients, including connecting them to resources and improving care quality.

Zero tolerance policy

A workplace policy that enforces an absolute ban on incivility, bullying, and harassment.

Conflict management

Methods used to settle disagreements peacefully and respectfully through compromise and accommodation.

ANA Code of Ethics

A set of provisions outlining the ethical framework for nursing practice, emphasizing compassion, respect, and patient advocacy.