Critical Thinking and the Nursing Process questions with correct answers

Nursing Process correct answer way of thinking and acting based on the scientific method; tool for identifying patients problems or potential ones and an organized method for meeting patient needs Assessment correct answer gathering info about patients and their needs using a variety of methods; data are systemically obtained, organized into a logical database and documented Performs the initial assessment correct answer RN May assist with initial assessment and participate in carrying out the plan by continuing to collect data correct answer LPN Phase involves data collection or recognizing cues correct answer Assessment Structured format assessment correct answer comprehensive database based on 11 functional health patterns by Mary Gordon focused assessment correct answer beginning with areas in which problems are evident; concerned with one specific problem Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Assessment correct answer Assessing every area within hierachy Interview correct answer Conversation in which facts are obtained