Unit 2: Collaborative Resource Management & Health Promotion in Professional Nursing

What reflects the core values and ethical principles in nursing?

Professionalism

What are the key components of professionalism in nursing?

Technical competence, interpersonal skills, work ethic, morals, concern for others, initiative, inspiration, energy, positive attitude, communication skills, respect, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

What type of leader empowers and inspires others to achieve a common long-term vision?

Transformational leader

What leadership style focuses on immediate problems and maintains the status quo?

Transactional leader

What leadership style is characterized by minimal decision-making and planning?

Laissez-faire leader

What are the five major functions of management?

Planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling.

What is the significance of autonomy in nursing?

It allows independence in decision-making and is key to professionalism.

What does accountability refer to in nursing?

Behavior related to the responsibilities of nursing practice.

What is the ethical principle that relates to caring in nursing?

Beneficence

What are the core nursing values identified by Neon Dye Inc.?

Altruism, integrity, dignity, social justice, and respect for autonomy.

What is the role of integrity in nursing?

Doing the right thing even when no one is watching, ensuring reliability and trustworthiness.

What is horizontal violence in nursing?

Violence that occurs between peers at the same level, including bullying and intimidation.

What are the internal factors influencing recovery?

Personality, psychosocial health, coping mechanisms, and spirituality.

What are the external factors influencing recovery?

Client resources and support systems.

What are the stages in Benner's model of nursing expertise?

1. Novice, 2. Advanced Beginner, 3. Competent, 4. Proficient, 5. Expert.

What is the purpose of nurse residencies?

To increase employee satisfaction, nurse retention, and better client outcomes.

What does the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses guide?

It guides ethical practices and standards in nursing.

What is the importance of teamwork in nursing?

It promotes high-quality care through open and honest communication among all disciplines.

What does the term 'dishonesty' refer to in nursing practice?

Actions that diminish personal integrity and violate trust.

What is the significance of boundaries in professional nursing practice?

They ensure safety and maintain the professional-client relationship.

What should nurses do when they suspect chemical impairment in themselves or others?

Report suspicions according to institutional policy.

What is the role of precepting in nursing?

To provide experience, knowledge, emotional support, and role clarification.

What are the characteristics of effective communication in nursing?

Open, honest communication that promotes positivity and minimizes errors.

What is the impact of a heavy workload on nursing integrity?

It can lead to threats to integrity, including practice or ethics violations.

What is the focus of democratic leadership in nursing?

Including the group in decision-making and motivating by supporting staff achievements.

What is the expected work output from an autocratic leadership style?

Usually high, especially in crisis situations.

What is a key responsibility of nurses regarding client care?

To ensure high-quality, safe care that improves client outcomes.

What factors should clinical decisions be based on?

Priorities, needs, acuities, staffing, and other resources.

What does acuity refer to in a clinical context?

The complexity of a client's condition.

Why is higher acuity significant in patient care?

It requires closer, more frequent assessment, intervention, and evaluation.

What is prioritization in nursing care?

The delivery of nursing care based on the urgency or importance of client needs.

What is the purpose of priority setting frameworks?

To prioritize patient care so that the sickest, most acute issues are addressed first.

What does Maslow's Hierarchy emphasize in clinical decision making?

The need for airway, oxygenation, circulation, and potential for disability over all other needs.

What does the ABC framework stand for?

Airway, Breathing, Circulation.

What is the highest priority in the ABC framework?

Airway.

What should be assessed regarding breathing?

The effectiveness of breathing and any abnormal patterns.

What are common circulation concerns to identify?

Hypotension, dysrhythmia, inadequate cardiac output, compartment syndrome.

What is the focus of risk reduction in clinical decision making?

To identify safety risks and prioritize the greatest risk to the client's well-being.

What is meant by 'least restrictive' in patient care?

Maintaining client safety with the least amount of restriction and selecting the least invasive interventions.

What is survival potential in emergency situations?

Prioritizing treatment for those with a reasonable chance of survival in mass casualty scenarios.

What are the two types of prioritization in patient care?

Systemic vs Local and Acute vs Chronic.

When should prioritization occur for a group of patients?

At the beginning of the shift and several times throughout the shift.

What is the role of case management in nursing?

To provide care coordination and ensure treatment plans meet client needs while promoting quality and cost-effective care.

What are common referrals in nursing?

Health care services, specialty services, and community resources.

What barriers can affect referrals?

Client attitudes, lack of motivation, inadequate information, costs, and cultural factors.

What is the significance of discharge planning?

It begins at admission and requires ongoing communication among the interprofessional team.

What does the acronym IDEAL stand for in discharge planning?

Include, Discuss, Educate, Assess, Listen.

What defines a disaster in the clinical context?

An event that can cause serious damage, destruction, injuries, and death, typically not requiring outside assistance.

What is a mass casualty incident?

A catastrophic event that overwhelms local resources, necessitating state and/or federal involvement.

What must each facility have according to TJC regarding emergencies?

An Emergency Operating Plan (EOP) that is tested at least twice a year.

What are internal emergencies?

Emergencies that occur within a facility, such as loss of power or water.

What are external emergencies?

Emergencies that affect a facility indirectly, like earthquakes or pandemics.

What are the nurse's responsibilities during a disaster?

Triage, treatment, and identifying clients available for discharge or relocation.

What should nurses do during a bomb threat?

Do not touch anything suspicious, clear the area, and notify authorities.

What is the importance of establishing a professional identity as a nurse?

It is essential for transitioning to a professional nurse and rooted in core values.

How does prioritization influence patient care?

It directly influences the safety and quality of care received.