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Acid-base balance Respiratory system compensates by expelling carbon dioxide.
Supporting and promoting the interests of patients in healthcare settings.
Advocating
Allergies in Medical Context Reactions to medications that must be noted.
The process of interpreting and evaluating patient data to identify
Analyzing cues potential problems.
Assessment phase Initial step in nursing process to gather information.
Autonomy Client's right to make informed decisions.
Background (SBAR) Relevant history and context for the situation.
Basic Needs Fundamental requirements for client well-being.
Blood Pressure Monitoring Regular assessment of arterial pressure levels.
Caregiver Hand Hygiene Practice of washing hands to prevent infection.
The act of providing compassionate and empathetic care to patients.
Caring
Cholecystectomy Surgical removal of the gallbladder.
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Chronic disease Long-term health conditions requiring ongoing management.
Chronic disease management Ongoing care and support for long-term conditions.
Client-Centered Care Care that respects client preferences and needs.
Client Empowerment Supporting clients to take charge of their health.
Client Engagement Encouraging active participation in health care.
Client Family Involvement Engaging family members in the client's care.
Client Needs Category Framework for prioritizing nursing care.
Client needs category Framework for prioritizing patient care and interventions.
Client Orientation Familiarizing clients with their care environment.
Client Preferences Individual choices and desires of the patient regarding care.
Client Safety Priority focus for professional nursing practice.
Client's Armband Identification tool to ensure correct patient care.
Client's Mental Status Assessment of cognitive function and awareness.
Clinical Judgment Observable outcomes derived from critical thinking processes.
The process by which nurses make decisions based on the assessment of
Clinical judgment patient data.
The cognitive process that nurses use to evaluate and make decisions
Clinical reasoning about patient care.
Coaching and Mentoring Guiding staff to improve their skills and practices.
Cognitive impairment Decline in mental functions affecting daily living.
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