Emotional Support and Nursing Care Techniques

These flashcards cover key concepts, terms, and definitions related to emotional support and nursing care techniques, focusing on patient assessment, dietary considerations, and health promotion strategies.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Active Listening

Fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what is being said.

Emotional Support

Providing encouragement and comfort to individuals experiencing emotional distress.

Religious Preference

The specific religious beliefs or practices that a client identifies with.

Fasting Practices

Religious or health-related intentional abstention from food or drink.

Nonjudgmental Approach

An attitude of acceptance and openness without criticizing.

Agnosticism

The belief that the existence of God or the divine is unknown or unknowable.

Role Confusion

A state where an individual is unsure about their role or identity.

Role Ambiguity

Unclear or inconsistent expectations regarding one's role.

Role Overload

The feeling of being overwhelmed by the demands of various roles.

Role Performance

How an individual meets the expectations of their various roles.

Self-Concept

An individual's perception of themselves, including self-image and self-esteem.

Body Image

How a person perceives their physical appearance.

Self-Esteem

The value an individual places on themselves, impacting their self-worth.

Identity

The qualities, beliefs, and personality traits that make a person who they are.

Erikson’s Stages of Development

A theory outlining eight psychosocial stages of development through life.

Generativity

The concern for establishing and guiding the next generation.

Self-Absorption

A focus on oneself and one's own needs, often leading to stagnation.

Caloric Intake

The total number of calories consumed from food and beverages.

Carbohydrates

Nutrients that provide energy and are essential for bodily function.

Proteins

Nutrients that help build and repair tissues.

Fats

Nutrients that aid in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, K.

Full Liquid Diet

A diet consisting of liquids and foods that turn to liquid at room temperature.

Dysphagia

Difficulty in swallowing.

Aspiration Precautions

Measures taken to avoid inhaling food or liquid into the lungs.

Gastroenteritis

Inflammation of the stomach and intestines, often causing diarrhea and vomiting.

Vitamin K

A vitamin important for blood clotting and bone health.

Iron Deficiency Anemia

A condition where there are not enough healthy red blood cells due to lack of iron.

Enteral Feeding

Delivering nutrition directly into the gastrointestinal tract, usually via a tube.

Sepsis

A serious condition resulting from an infection that spreads throughout the body.

SOAP Response

A method for medical documentation that includes Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan.

Constipation Diagnosis

A diagnosis indicating infrequent or difficult bowel movements.

Colonoscopy Prep

The process of cleaning out the intestines ahead of a colonoscopy by dietary restrictions and medication.

Rigid Abdomen

A stiff stomach indicating possible underlying medical conditions.

Diarrhea Assessment

Evaluation of symptoms and history for changes in bowel habits.

Urinary Retention

Inability to empty the bladder completely.

Incontinence

Lack of control over urination or defecation.

Foley Catheter

A tube placed in the bladder to drain urine.

Dysuria

Painful or difficult urination.

Anuria

Absence of urine production.

Diuresis

Increased or excessive production of urine.

Oliguria

Low urine output.

IVP

Intravenous pyelogram, a radiologic procedure to examine the kidneys and urinary tract.

Health Promotion Diagnosis

A nursing diagnosis focused on enhancing a client's health and well-being.

Kegel Exercises

Pelvic floor exercises that strengthen the muscles of the pelvic area.

Expressive Aphasia

Difficulty in communicating thoughts through speech or writing.

Sensory Overload

A condition that occurs when one or more of the body’s senses experiences over-stimulation from the environment.

Tablet Dose Calculation

Determining the correct dosage of medication based on the scoring of tablets.