Summary Clinical Nursing Skills: Concise Summaries with Key Points and Exam Tips A+ GURANTEED.

Clinical Nursing Skills: Concise Summaries
with Key Points and Exam Tips A+
GURANTEED.




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, Chapter 1 – The Role of the Nurse in Comprehensive Care
Key Points

 Nursing is holistic and patient-centered.
 Core goals: health promotion, illness prevention, restoring health, coping support.
 Ethical principles: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, fidelity, veracity,
accountability.
 Clinical judgment models guide decision-making (Tanner’s, NCSBN CJMM).

Exam Tips

 Memorize ethical principles and their meanings.
 Know steps of Tanner’s model and CJMM.
 Expect scenario questions on ethical dilemmas.




Chapter 2 – The Evolution of the Nurse’s Role
Key Points

 Nursing roles expanded due to technology and healthcare reforms.
 Emphasis on patient-centered and collaborative care.
 Nurses serve as leaders, educators, and advocates.

Exam Tips

 Know modern vs. traditional nursing roles.
 Expect MCQs on patient-centered care and teamwork.




Chapter 3 – Patient Communication and Interviewing
Key Points

 Therapeutic communication improves outcomes.
 Active listening and empathy build trust.
 Patient education is a nursing responsibility.

Exam Tips

 Know barriers to communication.
 Expect scenario-based questions on nurse–patient interaction.

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