What is required by law for LPNs in terms of supervision?

LPNs must practice under the supervision of an RN or physician.

What is the role of nurses in terms of patient care?

To individualize care for each patient.

What is a key characteristic of nurses according to the text?

They are viewed as caring, honest, responsible, and organized.

What is emphasized about nurses' responsibility in terms of patient safety?

Nurses must be more honest than the average person to avoid putting patients at risk.

What is the role of critical thinking in nursing?

It involves notifying appropriate professionals on the health-care team.

What is emphasized in patient-centered care?

The patient and their family as the center of care

What is the role of professional organizations in nursing?

To give a collective voice for policy establishment

What is the focus of evidence-based practice in nursing?

Research, evidence, and clinical expertise

What can result in the loss of a nursing license?

Use of drugs or alcohol endangering patients

What is the purpose of nursing theories?

To provide a framework for understanding nursing

What is the role of the National Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (NALPN)?

To offer updates on legislation affecting LPNs/LVNs

What is a key component of professional behavior in nursing?

Adhering to minimum standards of nursing practice

What is the focus of the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)?

Specific education for students in health occupations

What is the primary focus of Quality Improvement in healthcare?

To review and evaluate care and use data to improve processes

If a nursing student makes an error that could harm a patient, what should they do first?

Report to a clinical instructor

Chapter 1: The Vista of Nursing Flashcards

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Who was the most famous Kaiserwerth deaconess?

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Florence Nightingale

2.

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What was the purpose of the Nurses Alumnae of the United States formed in 1897?

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To oversee training to protect patients from incompetent nurses

3.

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How long was the first training program for practical nurses?

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3 months

4.

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Who was the first President of the Red Cross Association?

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Clara Barton

5.

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Who was the first African American nurse in the US?

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Mary Mahoney

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What is the minimum education requirement for an Associate Degree Nurse (ADN)?

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2 years

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What was Florence Nightingale known for in nursing?

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First nursing theorist

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