Flashcards: Fundamentals of Adult Nursing Practice — 10 cartões

Vital Signs — definition?

Measurements of essential body functions like temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure.

Vital Signs — definition?

Measurements of essential body functions.

Asepsis — role?

Prevents infection by maintaining a sterile environment.

Asepsis — purpose?

Prevent infection by maintaining sterility.

Patient Assessment — technique?

Systematic data collection of physical, psychological, social health.

Patient assessment — purpose?

Gather data for care planning.

Medication administration — key?

Safe drug giving, monitoring effects.

Wound care — focus?

Cleaning, dressing, promoting healing.

Infection control — importance?

Reduce healthcare-associated infections.

Communication skills — role?

Ensure understanding and safety.