Comprehensive Nursing Fundamentals Art, Science, and Patient-Centered Care
What is nursing described as? Nursing is both an art and a science, combining clinical
knowledge, technical skills, critical thinking,
communication, compassion, professionalism,
teamwork, and continuous learning.
What are some examples of hands- Starting IVs, giving blood, inserting catheters, taking
on/technical skills performed by vital signs, and performing CPR.
nurses?
What are soft skills in nursing? Effective communication with patients, families, and the
healthcare team, including listening, comforting, and
providing emotional support.
What scientific knowledge do nurses Courses in anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry,
need? microbiology, pharmacology, and pathophysiology.
What does the art of nursing involve? Knowing how and when to use compassion,
communication, listening, education, and emotional
support based on patient needs.
What is critical thinking in nursing? The ability to assess patients, recognize changes,
solve problems, prioritize care, and make safe
decisions.
Why is continuous learning important in Nurses continue learning through experience,
nursing? continuing education, new research, policies,
medications, and technology.
What are some career settings for Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, urgent care, schools,
nurses? camps, cruise ships, and as travel nurses.
What are the six essential nursing skills Clinical knowledge, practice-based learning,
mentioned? professionalism, communication, systems/team-based
practice, and critical thinking.
Who is known as the 'Mother of Modern Florence Nightingale.
Nursing'?
, Comprehensive Nursing Fundamentals Art, Science, and Patient-Centered Care
What contributions did Florence Promoted handwashing, cleanliness, sanitation, and
Nightingale make to nursing? better hospital conditions; established formal nursing
education.
What is Clara Barton known for? Founding the American Red Cross and caring for
wounded soldiers during the American Civil War.
What was Dorothea Dix's contribution Advocated for people with mental illness and
to nursing? improvements in their care.
Who was Mary Eliza Mahoney? The first professionally trained African American nurse
in the United States.
What does the acronym N-B-D-M stand Nightingale → Clean, Barton → Red Cross, Dix →
for in nursing history? Mental health, Mahoney → First trained African
American nurse.
What is the main point about teamwork Nursing is teamwork; nurses collaborate with many
in nursing? healthcare professionals to provide safe, complete
care.
What ages do nurses care for? Nurses care for people of all ages, from newborns to
older adults.
Who are some key members of the Laboratory staff, dietary/nutrition staff, pharmacists,
interdisciplinary healthcare team? radiology staff, respiratory therapists, chaplains, social
workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists,
and speech-language pathologists.
What are the three main ways to 1. BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), 2. ADN
become a Registered Nurse (RN)? (Associate Degree in Nursing), 3. Diploma in Nursing.
What is a BSN and its significance? A BSN is a 4-year degree preferred by hospitals,
helpful for leadership positions and career
advancement.
What is nursing described as? Nursing is both an art and a science, combining clinical
knowledge, technical skills, critical thinking,
communication, compassion, professionalism,
teamwork, and continuous learning.
What are some examples of hands- Starting IVs, giving blood, inserting catheters, taking
on/technical skills performed by vital signs, and performing CPR.
nurses?
What are soft skills in nursing? Effective communication with patients, families, and the
healthcare team, including listening, comforting, and
providing emotional support.
What scientific knowledge do nurses Courses in anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry,
need? microbiology, pharmacology, and pathophysiology.
What does the art of nursing involve? Knowing how and when to use compassion,
communication, listening, education, and emotional
support based on patient needs.
What is critical thinking in nursing? The ability to assess patients, recognize changes,
solve problems, prioritize care, and make safe
decisions.
Why is continuous learning important in Nurses continue learning through experience,
nursing? continuing education, new research, policies,
medications, and technology.
What are some career settings for Hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, urgent care, schools,
nurses? camps, cruise ships, and as travel nurses.
What are the six essential nursing skills Clinical knowledge, practice-based learning,
mentioned? professionalism, communication, systems/team-based
practice, and critical thinking.
Who is known as the 'Mother of Modern Florence Nightingale.
Nursing'?
, Comprehensive Nursing Fundamentals Art, Science, and Patient-Centered Care
What contributions did Florence Promoted handwashing, cleanliness, sanitation, and
Nightingale make to nursing? better hospital conditions; established formal nursing
education.
What is Clara Barton known for? Founding the American Red Cross and caring for
wounded soldiers during the American Civil War.
What was Dorothea Dix's contribution Advocated for people with mental illness and
to nursing? improvements in their care.
Who was Mary Eliza Mahoney? The first professionally trained African American nurse
in the United States.
What does the acronym N-B-D-M stand Nightingale → Clean, Barton → Red Cross, Dix →
for in nursing history? Mental health, Mahoney → First trained African
American nurse.
What is the main point about teamwork Nursing is teamwork; nurses collaborate with many
in nursing? healthcare professionals to provide safe, complete
care.
What ages do nurses care for? Nurses care for people of all ages, from newborns to
older adults.
Who are some key members of the Laboratory staff, dietary/nutrition staff, pharmacists,
interdisciplinary healthcare team? radiology staff, respiratory therapists, chaplains, social
workers, physical therapists, occupational therapists,
and speech-language pathologists.
What are the three main ways to 1. BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), 2. ADN
become a Registered Nurse (RN)? (Associate Degree in Nursing), 3. Diploma in Nursing.
What is a BSN and its significance? A BSN is a 4-year degree preferred by hospitals,
helpful for leadership positions and career
advancement.
