Care of women during childbirth

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Derived from the Greek word Obstare (to keep watch)

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Refers to the child

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Came from the Greek word pais meaning child

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Assessment includes the family and each member. The nurses see the family as a whole and as a partner in the care of the mother and child.

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The health of the family is affected and influenced by the health of the community.

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A means that increases critical knowledge. The care given is based on the product of research.

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for nurses and a major factor in keeping families well and optimally functioning. Nurses' roles are dynamic and evolving.

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Focuses on helping children and their families and communities achieve their optimum health potentials.

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STANDARDS OF CARE: (ADOUPIE)

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Collection of patient health data (subjective/objective)

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Analysis of the assessment data

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Identification of outcome

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Development of plan of care

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(a)   of interventions identified in the care plan

Evaluation of client’s progress

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STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE:

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Nurse evaluates quality and effectiveness of care

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Nurse evaluates his/her own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards

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Nurse acquire and maintain knowledge level

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Nurse contribute to the professional development of peers and colleagues

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Nurse decisions in behalf of the patient are determined by ethical manners

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Nurse collaborate with the patient significant others and health care professionals

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Nurse uses research findings in practice

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Nurse considers factors related to safety, effectiveness and cost in planning and delivering patient care

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Nurse contributes to the environment of care delivery within the practice of setting

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The nurse is professionally and legally accountable or his/her practice

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