ECPI Policy
Name the five (5) fundamental values we hold at ECPI Univeristy
Autonomy
Human Dignity
Social Justice
Integrity
Altruism
In the ancient to early middle ages, nursing care was conducted by family members and what other category of individuals?
Male Priests
What is the Nurse Practice Act (NPA)?
Legislation that defines and describes the scope of practice within LPN, RN, APRN areas
Health is
a state of physical, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease.
You are the LPN caring for a post-operative patient who just returned stable from surgery 4 hours ago. The provider orders vital signs every 4 hours. Can this be delegated to the UAP?
Yes. The patient is now stable, and taking routine vital signs every 4 hours is a predictable, noninvasive task within the UAP’s scope.
How many minutes are docked, if you are 10 minutes late?
60 minutes (1 hour)
What is the term for "poor, untrained women" who provided care during the 1700s-1800s?
Sairey Gamps
Name 3 of the 5 ethical principles for client care
Autonomy
Beneficence
Fidelity
Justice
Non-maleficence
Veracity
Wellness is...
an active process of making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life.
A stable patient recovering from a knee replacement needs assistance with a bed bath and linen change. Can this be delegated to a UAP?
Yes. Providing hygiene and comfort care are routine, noninvasive, and predictable tasks within the UAP’s scope.
Multiple Choice
Select all that Apply
Drag and Drop
Case Studies
This individual revoluntionized nursing during the Crimean War
Florence Nightingale
What does DNAR/DNR mean and how should a nurse handle this status?
Do Not Resuscitate
Honor the Wishes of the DNR
Name two modifiable risk factors of illness, and two non-modifiable risk factors of illness
What is genetics, gender, age, environmental, lifestyle-risk behaviors, etc.
A diabetic patient requires a blood glucose check before breakfast. Can this task be delegated to a UAP?
Yes, only if trained. Many UAPs are trained and competency-checked to perform fingerstick glucose testing. The LPN remains responsible for interpreting the result and deciding interventions based on the reading.
True or False: You can practice clinical skills prior to being checked off in the lab environment
False: You must be able to demonstrate the skills safely in the lab environment prior to practicing in the clinical setting.
What is the terminology for the use of scientific evidence from nursing research, clinical data, patient care, preferences, and values?
Evidence-Based Practice
Describe the Differences between Intentional Tort & Unintentional Tort
Intentional Tort - wrongful act done on purpose
Unintentional Tort - wrong act but not done on purpose
Give an example of primary prevention
What is immunizations, car seat education, fitness activities, nutrition
Give an example of an inappropriate task to be delegated to UAP. Give your rationale.
Anything that requires assessment, interpretation, etc.
Describe the purpose of ATI in your Nursing Coursework
A platform to help students prepare for the NCLEX-PN or NCLEX-RN
Name the six (6) areas of Quality and Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN) focus areas.
Patient Centered Care
Teamwork & Collaboration
Evidence-Based Practice
Quality Improvement
Safety
Informatics
Which type of abuse is mandated to be reported in all 50 states?
Child Abuse
Which level of Maslow's hierarchy focuses on fundamental needs & basic survival
Physiological needs
Should an LPN complete an initial assessment?
No, LPNs assist with follow-up assessments.