Ethics/Code of ethics
What is veracity
Truthfulness
If a patient ha a hearing deficit where would you provide her discharge teaching?
Away form background noise
What is nonmaleficence
Protecting patient from harm
How do you reduce risk of needle sticks
engage safety device immediately after injection
What is respite
Care for the caregiver
What is the code of ethics?
Standards for professional behavior
What is a sentiniel event vs a side effect?
Causes harm or death
Wrong blood to wrong patient
What does Accountability mean
Taking responsibility for your actions
Contact precaution what does nurse wear
Gloves
what is cheyne- stokes respirations
irregular respirations
What is Justice?
Fair and equitable treatment to your patient regardless of age or economical status
What is a modifiable risk factor and provide a example?
Sunbathing
Overweight
What can you delegate to a AP?
BP/vs
Weight
What are 2 identifiers for passing meds
ID band
Medical Record
During post mortem care what should you chart?
Were belonging are Teeth jewerly
What is Fidelity?
This ensures trust between client and nurse. Nurses uphold their agreements with clients.
What is a non-modifiable risk factor and provide an example
Can't change
Genetics
What is Palliative care?
Manages illness and pain at end of life
If you find a patient with a HR of 55 what other symptoms may you observe
dizziness
What beverages can cause diarrhea
Pop coffee
What is autonomy
The right of the patient to make their own decisions
Who is Clara Barton
Founded the American Red Cross
How do you properly perform hand hygiene
Hands are below elbows when rinsing off soap
What are the stages of grief/
Denial anger bargaining depression acceptance
When inserting a ng tube what do you do first
Measure the tube from nose to ear lobe to xyphoid process and mark