Mother of modern nursing - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who is being monitored for a possible cerebral aneurysm following a loss of consciousness in the emergency department (ED). The nurse anticipates preparing the patient for ordered diagnostic tests. What aspect of nursing does this nurse's knowledge of the diagnostic procedures reflect? a. The art of nursing b. The science of nursing c. The caring aspect of nursing d. The holistic approach to nursing b The science of nursing is the knowledge base for ca...

INTRODUCTORY MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING 12TH EDITION TIMBY SMITH TEST BANK [Author name] [COMPANY NAME] [Company address] INTRODUCTORY MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING 12TH EDITION TIMBY SMITH TEST BANK 1. CHAPTER 1 Managed care organizations are insurers that carefully plan and closely supervise the distribution of healthcare services. What is one of the goals of managed care? A) Preventing illness through screening and promotion of health activities B) Improving training of healthcare professionals C) E...

Chapter 1 TEST BANK FOR NURSING THEORIES AND NURSING PRACTICE 4TH EDITION BY PARKER SMITH Chapter 1 Statement of Intent The intent of this chapter is to offer an approach to understanding nursing theory within the context of the discipline of nursing, define the discipline of nursing and theory, describe the purpose of theory for the discipline of nursing, identify the structure of the discipline of nursing, and speculate on the future of nursing theory. Chapter 1 Key Terms Nursing Community of ...

Hesi Exam 2022/2023 updates. All questions with accurate answers. Graded A HESI MENTAL HEALTH RN V1-V3 2020 TEST BANK. Population Health (Houston Community College) Document Content and Description Below A client who is homeless is diagnosed with schizophrenia and admitted on an involuntary basis to a mental health hospital 4 days ago. The client stopped taking prescribed antipsychotic drugs approxima tely one month ago. Since hospitalization the client continues to have poor judgment and refu...

HESI Mental Health Test Bank Questions & Answers, 100% Rated-A client with depression remains in bed most of the day, and declines activities. Which nursing problem has the greatest priority for this client? A. Loss of interest in diversional activity. B. Social isolation. C. Refusal to address nutritional needs. D. Low self-esteem - C The RN is preparing medications for a client with bipolar disorder and notices that the client discontinued antipsychotic medication for several days. Whic...

assessment - ans ----nurse collects comprehensive data to pertinent to the patient's health and/or the situation diagnosis - ans ----nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnoses or issues accountability - ans ----responsible professionally and legally for the type and quality of nursing provided, ability to answer for one's own actions caregiver - ans ----Helps patients maintain and regain health, manage disease and symptoms, and attain a maximal level...

assessment - Answer-nurse collects comprehensive data to pertinent to the patient's health and/or the situation diagnosis - Answer-nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine the diagnoses or issues accountability - Answer-responsible professionally and legally for the type and quality of nursing provided, ability to answer for one's own actions caregiver - Answer-Helps patients maintain and regain health, manage disease and symptoms, and attain a maximal level of function and ind...

CANS EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATED (100% VERIFIED) General Systems Theory- Ludwig von Bertalanffy (1936) - ANSWER A common framework for studying several similar disciplines would allow scientists and scholars to organize and communicate findings, making it easier to build on the work of others. Components of Systems - ANSWER -Input: material that enters a system -Throughput: processes a system uses to convert material -Output: end result or product of the system -Evaluation:...

Florence Nightingale Founder of modern nursing Spurred reform of the British Army medical system based on her efforts during Crimean War She wrote Notes on Nursing: What It Is and What It Is Not to establish nursing's unique body of knowledge She founded first training school for nurses in London (1860) Dorothea Dix Union Superintendent of Women Nurses, champion for mental health Sojourner Truth famous abolitionist Harriet Tubman leader of "underground railroad" Mary Ann "Mother" Bicker...

Handwashing - Answer-Simplest, easiest, cheapest way to prevent spread of disease Correct hand washing should occur when: - Answer-1. before/after doing a procedure that involves direct or indirect client contact 2. after contact with wastes 3. after handling food or receptacles 4. between clients 5. after removing gloves IPPA - Answer-Inspection Palpation Percussion Auscultation When performing an abdominal exam, is IPPA appropriate? If not, what it? - Answer-No. IAPP Inspection, A...