What is clinical decision making in nursing? - Answers A cognitive, systematic process used to
interpret data, identify patient needs, choose interventions, and evaluate outcomes.
What are the core components of clinical decision making? - Answers Critical thinking, clinical
reasoning, clinical judgment, and evidence-based reasoning.
What does the nursing process consist of? - Answers Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning,
Implementation, and Evaluation.
What is the purpose of the assessment phase in nursing? - Answers To collect subjective and
objective data, including physical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental
assessments.
What is a NANDA-I statement used for? - Answers To formulate nursing diagnoses, indicating
actual problems or risks related to patient care.
What does SMART stand for in nursing planning? - Answers Specific, Measurable, Achievable,
Relevant, Time-bound.
What are the three types of interventions in the implementation phase? - Answers Independent,
dependent, and collaborative interventions.
What is the role of professionalism in nursing? - Answers To consistently demonstrate values,
behaviors, and a commitment to high-quality patient care and ethical practice.
What are the three pillars of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)? - Answers Best available evidence,
clinical expertise, and patient values & preferences.
What is the significance of accountability in nursing? - Answers Owning decisions and
outcomes, honest reporting, responsible delegation, and maintaining confidentiality.
What does the Nurse Practice Act (NPA) define? - Answers It defines the scope of practice, sets
requirements for licensure, and protects the public from unsafe practice.
What does HIPAA protect? - Answers Protected Health Information (PHI) in written, verbal, and
electronic forms.
What is the difference between negligence and malpractice? - Answers Negligence is
unintentional harm, while malpractice is professional negligence, such as administering the
wrong dose.
What is the nurse's role in informed consent? - Answers To witness the signature, ensure
patient understanding, and notify the provider if the patient is confused or sedated.
What are some key safety practices for nurses? - Answers Safe lifting, needle safety, violence