motivation and adherence
culture of safety QSEN
SDOH
stress and coping
Spirituality & Cultural Competence
100

this term described a patients belief that they can successfully carry out health behaviors 

self efficacy 

100

practice rewuiring using two patient identifiers before any procedure or medication 

safety protocols 

100

A patient unable to afford medication is experiencing a barrier in this SDOH category.

economic stability

100

Increased heart rate and rapid breathing before a speech are signs of activation of this system.

sympathetic nervous system?

100

This type of question helps the nurse explore a patient’s cultural or spiritual preferences.

open-ended question

200

a patient in severe pain is unable to concentrate during teaching. this learning readiness factor must be addressed first 

physical readiness

200

a nurse reports an error without fear of punishment. This type of workplace culture is being demonstrated.

just culture / culture of safety?

200

Lack of interpreter services affects this determinant of health.

healthcare access and quality

200

Walking, talking with a friend, and journaling are all examples of this type of coping.

health adaptive coping

200

This resource should be used whenever a patient has limited English proficiency.

certified medical interpreter

300

a nurse shows a skill then asks the patinet to show it back 

return demonstration

300

This QSEN competency ensures nurses use the best available evidence and checklists during care.

What is evidence-based practice?

300

Living in a neighborhood without sidewalks affects a patient’s ability to exercise due to limitations in this category.

neighborhood and built environment?

300

This stress screening tool specifically assesses symptoms of anxiety.

GAD 7

300

A patient refuses a blood transfusion for religious reasons. The nurse demonstrates culturally competent care by doing this.

respecting the belief and exploring safe alternatives 

400

this type of interview technique helps patients explore ambivalance and builds motivation for change 

motivational interviewing 

400

A nurse immediately removes a malfunctioning IV pump and labels it. This demonstrates this safety action.

What is hazard reporting / equipment safety?

400

A patient avoiding care because of past discrimination is experiencing a challenge in this SDOH category.

What is social and community context?

400

Caring for a sick relative for years usually causes this type of stress.

long term chronic stress

400

This concept describes the process of recognizing and examining one’s own biases before providing patient care.

cultural self-awareness

500

this group of factors including regimen complexity and side effects are major influences on medication adherence

therapy related factors 

500

This is the FIRST step a nurse must take after discovering they administered the wrong dose of medication.

What is assess the patient’s condition?

500

A patient with low literacy and difficulty understanding instructions highlights the need to improve this health concept.

health literacy?

500

Excess drinking, withdrawal, and overeating are examples of this type of coping that increases health risks.

maladaptive coping

500

Family-centered decision-making is common in many cultures. The nurse supports this by facilitating this type of meeting.

family conference or family care planning