Abbreviations
PO
By Mouth
Brady-
Slow
-itis
Inflammation
What does the “A” in ADPIE stand for?
Assessment
What is a nursing intervention?
An action the nurse takes to improve patient outcomes
PRN
As Needed
Tachy-
Fast or rapid
-ectomy
Surgical removal
What are the four main assessment techniques in a physical exam?
Inspect, palpate, percuss, auscultate
Give one example of an independent nursing intervention.
Repositioning a patient, providing education, assessing pain, etc.
BID
Twice Daily
Hypo-
-algia
Pain
What is an independent nursing intervention?
An action the nurse can take without a provider’s order (e.g., repositioning, patient education)
What type of intervention requires a provider’s order?
Dependent nursing intervention
Immediately
Hyper-
Above or Excess
-emia
Condition of the blood
What should every nursing intervention be based on?
Evidence-based practice and patient assessment
Give an example of a collaborative intervention.
Working with physical therapy, dietitian, or social work
NPO
Nothing By Mouth
Dys-
Difficult, painful, or abnormal
-pathy
Disease or disorder
Give an example of both subjective and objective data related to pain.
Subjective: “My pain is 8/10.” Objective: Patient grimacing and guarding area.
Why is patient education considered an important nursing intervention?
It promotes understanding, independence, and better outcomes