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ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
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Instructions
Once logged in, go to My ATI, select the “Apply” tab, and select the “Video Case Studies RN 3.0.” Watch the video case study Critical Thinking/Clinical Reasoning/Clinical Judgement: Rapid Response/Clinical Emergencies (3:34). The nurse in the video you are about to watch uses the nursing process to care for the client.
As you watch the video, consider the following questions.
What are the steps of the nursing process?
How does the nursing process assist in prioritizing nursing care?
DO NOT respond to the questions following the video case study. Instead, write 200–250 words responding to the discussion prompts provided. Then, respond to at least two of your peers’ posts.
Discussion Prompts
Why is the nursing process used when providing client care?
What is a focused nursing assessment?
Name one example of a client situation in which you would use a focused nursing assessment vs. the entire nursing process. Explain why.
HOW TO WORK ON THIS ASSIGNMENT (EXAMPLE ESSAY / DRAFT)
Nursing care is an intricate process that requires the integration of critical thinking, clinical judgment, and clinical reasoning. The nursing process is a critical aspect of providing quality care to clients, and it is an essential tool that nurses use to organize their care delivery. The nursing process comprises five steps: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse in the video case study used the nursing process to provide care for the client.
The nursing process is used when providing client care to ensure that the care provided is systematic, evidence-based, and holistic. By following the nursing process, nurses can identify the client’s healthcare needs, prioritize care, and provide effective interventions. The nursing process also promotes communication and collaboration among healthcare providers, leading to better client outcomes.
A focused nursing assessment is a process of gathering information about a particular health problem or condition. It involves collecting data on specific aspects of a client’s condition and analyzing the information to determine the best course of action. Focused nursing assessments are used in situations where there is a need to obtain information about a specific health problem or when time is limited.
One example of a client situation where a focused nursing assessment would be appropriate is when a client presents with chest pain. The nurse would perform a focused assessment of the client’s chest pain, including the location, quality, intensity, duration, and associated symptoms. This information would help the nurse to identify potential causes of the chest pain, prioritize care, and provide appropriate interventions, such as administering nitroglycerin and oxygen, and activating the rapid response team if necessary. In this situation, a full nursing process may not be required as the focus is on the specific symptom of chest pain.
In conclusion, the nursing process is a critical aspect of providing quality care to clients. It provides a systematic approach to care delivery, promoting effective communication and collaboration among healthcare providers. A focused nursing assessment is also an important tool that nurses use to gather information about a particular health problem or condition. By using the nursing process and focused assessments, nurses can provide safe, evidence-based, and client-centered care.
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