NUR 315 Exam 1 Review Questions and Correct Answers

_____________ is present in all steps of the nursing process that involves contact with the patient.Assessment What does NANDA represent?The number of diagnoses needed to adequately reflect the patient's condition; it varies greatly. ____________ consist of any task performed directly with the patient or indirectly on a patient's behalf.Interventions Three key aspects of planning/goals1. Expected outcomes of. drug therapy 2. Stated in terms of patient behavior. 3. Needs to be measurable How long is the evaluation process?From a few minutes to a longer period of time. ___________ consists of determining the patient's status in relation to stated goals and expected outcomes.Evaluation _____________ may include any step of the Nursing Process.Evidence-based Practice Requirements of Evidence-based Practice:1. Use of up-to-date research in practice. 2. Interpreting and applying research to practice. 3. Considers level of evidence (Level A is the strongest.) Requirements of the 1994 Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act1. Label herbal supplements according to their possible effects on the human body. 2. Cannot claim to diagnose, prevent, or cure. Examples of herbal/ dietary supplementsVitamins, minerals, herbs, or botanicals used to supplement the diet. Can negate effects of prescribed medications.Contraindications of herbal and dietary supplements. Concerns with herbal supplements1. Unknown ingredient effects on humans. 2. Used as alternative medicine. 3. Negative interaction with Rx's 4. Insufficient research.