Rnsg 1301 raising the ba - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_Functional Ability_First Semester 2020 – El Centro Functional Ability How does a nurse assess a patient’s functional ability? • Objective vs subjective • IMPACT • Functional Independence Measure (FIM) o Minimum data set of 18 self-care items (eating, bathing, grooming, dressing, etc) o Addresses transfers and ability to ambulate and climb stairs o Also communication and social cognition items o Scoring based on 7-point scale -- - - -...

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_Thermoregulation_ First Semester 2020 – El Centro Thermoregulation What is the regulatory process related to thermoregulation? • Hypothalamic integrator – adjusts body temp based on thermoreceptor feedback Know the principle of homeostasis as it relates to thermoregulation. • Hypothalamus controls body temp set point and signals for mechanisms to adjust - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Hypothermia ...

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_ Diversity _ First Semester 2020 – El Centro College Diversity What is the definition of diversity? • Unique variations among and between individuals, informed by genetics and cultural background, refined by life experiences and personal choice How does diversity affect nursing care? • One must be aware of a client’s culture, life experiences, and healthcare practices in - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - preferences? • Ask th...

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success First Semester Johns Hopkins University Functional Ability How does a nurse assess a patient’s functional ability? • Objective vs subjective • IMPACT • Functional Independence Measure (FIM) o Minimum data set of 18 self-care items (eating, bathing, grooming, dressing, etc) o Addresses transfers and ability to ambulate and climb stairs o Also communication and social cognition items o Scoring based on 7-point scale • PULSES profil...