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Advanced Directives

Legal documents outlining individual preferences for medical treatment when unable to communicate.

Living Will

Specifies types of medical treatment a person wishes or does not wish to receive.

Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare

Designates someone to make healthcare decisions on behalf of another.

CPR

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a lifesaving technique used during cardiac arrest.

AED

Automated external defibrillator, a device used to treat life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A psychological framework for prioritizing patient needs based on levels of basic human needs.

SBAR

Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation; a communication framework for healthcare teams.

Standard Precautions

Infection control practices assumed for all patients to prevent the spread of infection.

Clean Catch Urine Collection

Method to collect urine to avoid contamination for accurate test results.

Suctioning a Trach

Process to clear secretions from a tracheostomy, requiring sterile technique.

HIPAA

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, protecting patient information privacy.

Discharge Tasks

Ensuring patient understanding of discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care.

Ethical Principles

Fundamental concepts including autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice guiding nursing practice.

EHR Documentation

Accurate and timely entry of patient information into electronic health records.

Informed Consent

Patient’s understanding and voluntary agreement to procedures or treatments.

Enteral Feedings

Nutritional support delivered through the gastrointestinal tract via feeding tubes.

Delegation

Assigning tasks to UAP based on skill level and scope of practice in a healthcare environment.

Incident Reporting

Systematic documentation and reporting of incidents affecting patient safety.

Fire Evacuation Plan

Protocols for safely evacuating a healthcare facility in case of fire.

Disaster Planning

Preparedness actions for various emergency scenarios in healthcare settings.

Patient Safety

Measures put in place to ensure the safety of patients during healthcare delivery.

Resource Management

Strategies to maintain quality patient care while conserving healthcare resources.

Collaboration

Work with interprofessional teams to coordinate patient care effectively.

Conflict Management

Methods used to resolve disputes and improve teamwork within healthcare settings.

Scope of Practice

The legal and ethical boundaries of practice for nursing professionals.

Quality Improvement

Processes aimed at enhancing patient care and reducing errors.

Clinical Guidelines

Systematic recommendations for patient care based on evidence and best practices.