Nursing Professional Development Exam 1: Study Guide

When teaching a newly licensed nurse about protecting client health informa￾tion, which of the following statements indicates that the nurse understands? When documenting in a patient's EMR, what are some of the things that would jeopardize the confidentiality of the pa￾tient's information? Doing an inservice for newly licensed nurses and talking about client confiden￾tiality, who can you share client protected health information with? What are some violations of confidential￾ity? What jeopardizes patient confidentiality? (Select all) A patient who fell and endured a hip fracture is suing you for negligence.What would legally determine your liability? A patient is having shortness of breath and the ventilator is malfunctioning.You are the only one there; who is responsi- ble for taking care of the patient? Know that there are multiple religions, ethnic groups, subcultures, regional cul￾The courts may require (subpoena) me to discuss confidential information Sharing passwords Health care team members ASSIGNED to that patient You cannot give out information to any- body unless the patient gives you per- mission. Violations Include: - Sharing info with family members - Discussing a client at lunch - Leaving patient record in garbage Wrong Answer: Giving verbal report at change of shift in a designated confer- ence room Wrong Answer: Removing client informa￾tion from fax machines immediately Share the info with the colleague you were working with so that they can be a witness for you. You Ex: Some people do not want a blood transfusion, even in the case of an emer- gency (Jehovah's Witnesses). Professional Development Exam 1: Study Guide 2 / 7 tures etc. and you're going to have to deal with everybody a little bit differently. Know which organizations meet and support the needs of the LVN? (Select all) What does malpractice insurance cov- er/not cover? In 2015, NCLEX test administrators re- vised the test format by introducing alter- native format including all BUT? What is the best way to represent your- self to an employer? What is an expected question when interviewing for a Long-Term Care position? Every two years, you have to renew your license. What professional certifications are available to you through your work- place? Certification is the process through which the LVN may acquire additional skills such as: - NAPNES National Association for Practical Nurse Education & Service - NFLPN National Federation of Licensed Practi- cal Nurses Not mandatory but rather a personal choice (highly recommended for lawsuit protection). Removed "Quick response essay questions". Added: Alternative Formats: Include audio (Chest inspirations/expirations), braille, electronic or large print versions of stan- dard print such as educational material (Nutritional label), textbooks, information leaflets (Exhibit/Chart), and even peo- ple's personal bills and letters. Resume How long do you anticipate staying in this position? (Ensuring that you'll be there long-term). Continuing Education Units (CEUs). - IV's. - Phlebotomy. - Wound care.