Growth of Nursing as a Profession

These flashcards cover key concepts related to the growth of nursing as a profession, including historical figures, ethical principles, important terminology, and nursing practices.

What are the three early images of nursing?

Folk image, Religious image, Servant image.

What key figure is credited with starting modern nursing?

Florence Nightingale.

What does EBP stand for in nursing?

Evidence-Based Practice.

What are the parts of a word in medical terminology?

Prefix, root, suffix.

What is the formula for dosage calculations?

Ordered dose divided by available dose multiplied by quantity.

What are the three types of muscles in the muscular system?

Skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles.

Define nursing as a holistic practice.

It focuses on the whole person, not just the illness.

What are the key ethical principles in nursing?

Autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, veracity, fidelity.

What is culture competence?

The ability of nurses to understand and respect different cultures and provide appropriate care.

Name two common test traps in medication administration.

Units (mg vs g vs mcg) and IV drip rates.

What does advocacy in nursing mean?

Standing up for and protecting your patient.

How does the nursing process begin?

Assessment.