Theoretical Foundations
in Nursing Modules 1 & 2
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, Lillian Wald and Mary Brewster pioneers of public health nursing, founded the Henry Street Settlement in New
York City to fight the spread of diseases among immigrant people with low
income
Edward Lyon the first male nurse to receive a commission as a reserve officer
Mary Mahoney the first African American graduate nurse in the United States
Lavinia Dock a nurse, feminist, and social activist, compiled the first manual of drugs for
nurses in 1890. She was a contributing editor to the American Journal of Nursing
Linda Richards the first professionally trained nurse in America, created the first system for
keeping individual medical records and promoted mental health nursing
clinical judgement A process; consists of recognizing and analyzing the
cues, prioritizing hypotheses, generating solutions,
taking actions, and evaluating outcomes
Critical thinking Involves collecting and analyzing information and
carefully considering options for action
Phases of Nursing 1. Novice (onset of education)
2. Advanced Beginner (new graduate)
3. Competence (2 to 3 years of nursing practice in the same area)
4. Proficient (quickly take in all aspects of a situation and immediately give
meaning)
5. Expert (have highly competent skills and are often consulted when others
need advice or assistance)
Purpose of Nursing Care 1. Health promotion
2. Illness prevention
3. Health restoration
4. End-of-life care
Models of Nursing Care - case method
- functional
- team
- primary
- differentiated practice
in Nursing Modules 1 & 2
Exam Study Guide &
Review
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Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
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Rationales
Included
, Lillian Wald and Mary Brewster pioneers of public health nursing, founded the Henry Street Settlement in New
York City to fight the spread of diseases among immigrant people with low
income
Edward Lyon the first male nurse to receive a commission as a reserve officer
Mary Mahoney the first African American graduate nurse in the United States
Lavinia Dock a nurse, feminist, and social activist, compiled the first manual of drugs for
nurses in 1890. She was a contributing editor to the American Journal of Nursing
Linda Richards the first professionally trained nurse in America, created the first system for
keeping individual medical records and promoted mental health nursing
clinical judgement A process; consists of recognizing and analyzing the
cues, prioritizing hypotheses, generating solutions,
taking actions, and evaluating outcomes
Critical thinking Involves collecting and analyzing information and
carefully considering options for action
Phases of Nursing 1. Novice (onset of education)
2. Advanced Beginner (new graduate)
3. Competence (2 to 3 years of nursing practice in the same area)
4. Proficient (quickly take in all aspects of a situation and immediately give
meaning)
5. Expert (have highly competent skills and are often consulted when others
need advice or assistance)
Purpose of Nursing Care 1. Health promotion
2. Illness prevention
3. Health restoration
4. End-of-life care
Models of Nursing Care - case method
- functional
- team
- primary
- differentiated practice
