QSEN Competencies, Nursing Theory, Evidence Based Practice Questions with Correct Answers
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Sources of knowledge Correct Answer Traditional: Passed down from generation to generation; "We've always done it that way."changing linens every day while patients are in the hospital-no scientific evidence that this speeds healing
Authoritative: Knowledge comes from an expert and is accepted as ...
QSEN Competencies, Nursing Theory,
Evidence Based Practice Questions with
Correct Answers
Sources of knowledge Correct Answer Traditional: Passed down from generation to
generation; "We've always done it that way."changing linens every day while patients
are in the hospital-no scientific evidence that this speeds healing
Authoritative: Knowledge comes from an expert and is accepted as truth
Scientific: Knowledge gained through the use of research
Types of knowledge Correct Answer Science: Knowledge in and of nursing-use the
scientific method (or research process)
Philosophy: Wisdom and knowledge used to develop a viewpoint from which you
practice nursing-based on values and beliefs. You all have personal philosophies about
things. Where do these come from? Family and friends, formal and informal education,
religion, culture, from the world around you. So hopefully, being a student at WMU will
influence how you think about nursing and caring for patients and will contribute
positively to your philosophy of nursing.
Process: Things that you do to bring about a desired result-you set goals and carry out
steps to meet those goals.
10 Rules for Redesigning Patient Care Correct Answer 1. Care is based on continuous
healing relationships
2 . Care is customized according to patient needs and values
3. The patient is the source of control
4. Knowledge is shared and information flows freely
5. Decision making is evidence based
6. Safety is a system property
7. Transparency is necessary
8. Needs are anticipated
9. Waste is continuously decreased
10. Cooperation among clinicians is a priority
Quality and Safety in Nursing Education (QSEN) Correct Answer Funded through the
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Focuses on transforming education for nurses
Examines the Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes that emphasize quality and safety in
patient care
QSEN Competencies mirror the IOM Competencies
IOM Competencies Correct Answer Provide patient centered care
Work in interdisciplinary teams
Employ evidence based practice
, Apply quality improvement
Utilize informatics
QSEN Competencies Correct Answer Patient Centered Care
Teamwork and Collaboration
Evidence Based Practice
Quality Improvement
Informatics
Safety
Patient Centered Care Correct Answer Patient is a full partner in care
Patient is in control of their care
Care is based on respect for patient's preferences, values, and needs
Nursing actions that help meet this competency
-Assess cultural preferences
-Provide pain relief
-Practice family centered care
Teamwork and Collaboration Correct Answer Achieve quality patient outcomes
Accomplished by
Communicating effectively with nurses and interprofessional teams
Displaying mutual respect
Participating in shared decision making
Nursing actions that help meet this competency
-SBAR (Method of communicating with other healthcare providers)
-Rapid Response teams- aim to improve patient outcomes
-Simulation
Evidence Based Practice Correct Answer Definition
"Conscientious use of current best evidence in making decisions about patient care"
Integration of best current evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values to deliver
quality health care
Nursing actions that meet this competency
Follow policies and procedures
Read current literature in your area of practice
Know clinical practice guidelines for you area of practice
-using washcloths instead of bed basins
Quality Improvement Correct Answer Evaluate outcomes and use improvement
methods to improve health care system
Nursing activities that help meet this competency
-Culture of safety- blame free environment
-Report errors and adverse events
--Root cause analysis
-Participate in data collection
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