self care basics
what is self-care in nursing?
Actions to protect mental/physical health so we can provide safe care
Name one sign of burnout
Exhaustion, irritability, dread, poor sleep, poor concentration.
This defines the Legal boundaries of LPN practice in maternal and newborn care
What is scope of practice
This act focuses on the Saftey and well-being of children when concerns of neglect or abuse arise.
what is the child, family and community service act
Recognizing emotional stress and seeking support demonstrates this competency
What is self-awareness
Name one reason self-care is part of professional responsibility
Prevent prevents unsafe, practice, supports competence, and reduces errors
What is compassion fatigue?
Emotional/physical exhaustion from repeated caring plus exposures to others suffering
LPN’s can provide care to stable postpartum clients within this framework
An LPN must report concerns about an infant’s Saftey, even if unsure.
what is duty to report
These describe the minimum abilities required of a newly licensed LPN
What are Entry-level Competencies
True or false: self-care is selfish.
False- it protects patient safety, and your ability to practice safely
Which one is a red flag?:
(A)taking breaks
(B)unsafe shortcuts
(C)see asking for help.
(B)unsafe shortcuts.
What should an LPN do if they are too fatigued to provide safe care?
raport concerns, seek support, prioritize tasks, follow policies
Failing to report concerns due to fear, fatigue, or emotional overload violates this responsibility
what is legal and ethical obligation
Give one example of “professional responsibility” connected to self-care
maintaining fitness to practice, recognizing limitations, asking for supervision.
Give two examples of “micro self-care“you can do at work in under one minute.
Water, deep breathing, grounding, quick stretch, positive self-talk, mini snack.
A student nurse feels shaky, overwhelmed and can’t focus. What should they do first?
Pause and ask for support, notify instructor/charge nurse, ensure safe care.
Name 1 reason BCCNM standards connect to self-care
This Act confirms that a capable mother has the right to make their own health-care decisions after childbirth
What is the Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission Act
Give 2 entry-level competency examples related to self-care
communicates effectively, seeks guidance, practices within limits, contributes to safe environment
What is one boundary statement an LPN student can say professionally?
I want to do the safely so can you help me prioritize? Or I need a quick check-in for safety.
Why is “powering through“ dangerous?
Increases errors, affects judgment, harms, patient safety, plus professional accountability.
Knowing when to say “this is beyond my scope” is part of this responsibility
What is Professional Judgement
Before Providing postpartum care, an LPN must ensure this has been obtained from the client
What is informed consent
Demonstrating effective communication with postpartum families reflects this competency.
What is therapeutic communication