Test Bank Concepts for Nursing Practice (4TH Ed) by Jean Giddens 2024 STUVIA

What are the five steps in the nursing process? - answer-1. Assessment 2. Nursing Diagnosis 3. Planning 4. Implementation 5. Evaluation What are some factors that could affect safety in a patient environment? - answer-1.) Developmental considerations 2.) Lifestyle 3.) Environmental (pollutions, high crime areas) 4.) Mobility 5.) Sensory perception 6.) Knowledge 7.) Ability to communicate 8.) Physical health state 9.) Psychosocial health state The leading cause of injury fatality is? - answer-Falls in people over 65 Where do falls occur? - answer-In community settings, as well as in acute care and long-term care settings What are some ways to prevent injury to patients in healthcare settings? - answer-1.) Putting someone closer to the nurses station 2.) Having call light within reach 3.) Uncluttered environment 4.) Bed and chair alarms 5.) One or more side rails on the bed What are alternatives to using restraints for patients? - answer-1.) Use nightlight 2.) Identify risk on patient door so all can be vigilant 3.) floor mats on each side of the bed What are examples of safety devices? - answer-Physical restraints, seclusion, and chemical restraints RACE - answer-1.) Rescue anyone in immediate danger 2.) Activate the fire code system and notify appropriate person 3.) Confine the fire by closing doors and windows 4.) Extinguish fires when possible; if not evacuate patients and other people to a safe area. How can a nurse demonstrate that she cares for a patient? - answer-1.)Explaining procedures to patients 2.)Knocking on doors 3.)Caring enough to wear a professional attire and act professionally 4.)Providing privacy 5.)Reducing the exposure to pathogens through proper hand hygiene 6.)Teaching elements of care 7.)Identifying patients by name and in introducing oneself to patient 8.)Performing care while ensuring patient safety at all times.