Mastering Nursing Fundamentals

Mastering Nursing Fundamentals: Flashcards, Q&A, and
Clinical Tips


Essential Flashcards
Vital Signs - Normal Ranges
Front: Normal Adult Vital Signs Back:
• Temperature: 97.8°F - 99.1°F (36.5°C - 37.3°C)
• Pulse: 60-100 bpm
• Respirations: 12-20/min
• Blood Pressure: 90-119/60-79 mmHg
• Oxygen Saturation: 95-100%


Front: Pediatric Vital Signs (1-3 years) Back:
• Pulse: 80-130 bpm
• Respirations: 20-30/min
• Systolic BP: 86-106 mmHg


Infection Control
Front: Standard Precautions Back: Used for ALL patients
• Hand hygiene
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)

, • Safe injection practices
• Respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette


Front: Contact Precautions Back:
• Private room or cohort
• Gown and gloves for all contact
• Examples: MRSA, VRE, C. diff


Front: Droplet Precautions Back:
• Private room or cohort
• Surgical mask within 3 feet
• Examples: Influenza, pertussis, pneumonia


Front: Airborne Precautions Back:
• Negative pressure room
• N95 respirator
• Examples: TB, measles, varicella


Mobility & Safety
Front: Fall Risk Factors Back:
• Age >65

, • History of falls
• Cognitive impairment
• Medications (sedatives, diuretics)
• Mobility impairment
• Incontinence


Front: Proper Body Mechanics Back:
• Wide base of support
• Bend knees, not back
• Keep load close to body
• Use leg muscles to lift
• Get help for heavy loads


Nursing Process
Front: ADPIE Back:
• Assessment
• Diagnosis
• Planning
• Implementation
• Evaluation