NUR 160-Hondros Exam 1 Study guide 2023 with complete solution

NUR 160-Hondros Exam 1 Study guide 2023 with complete solution just culture workers are protected from disciplinary action when they report injuries, errors, or near misses close-ended question What is your name? false reassurance Everything will be fine Why Assess? To identify changes in pt condition, to help foresee areas of concern RN who does the initial assessment? Within 24 hours When should an initial assessment be done? discharge planning What should we pay attention to when a pt is post op knee replacement and they live on 2nd floor Steps of an assessment 1. Introduce self 2. Explain procedure 3. wash hands 4. Identify pt 5. Provide privacy 6. Inspect, auscultate, palpate Correct, then continue If a concern arises during assessment (Ex: pt c/o SOB. Sit up, apply O2 or check tubing, teach inhale throu