The Unofficial NCLEX® Prep Podcast by NRSNG
Summary: Welcome to the Unofficial NCLEX® Prep Podcast for nursing students. Your audio guide to preparing for the nursing board exam. To get the (ever growing) study guide that goes along with this podcast vist: NRSNG.com/nclexprep In each episode we deconstruct one element of the NCLEX® test plan. It's one thing to say you should understand advanced directives . . . it's another thing to tell you stories and help you understand them from a nurses perspective. New episodes every M/W/F NRSNG.com is in no way affiliated with the NCLEX® or the NCSBN nor do they in any way endorse this podcast. For full disclaimer information visit: NRSNG.com
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Consider diagnosis, prescribed treatment recommendations, ability to remain compliant, patient’s understanding of situation, support system available, ability to utilize resources when questions or concerns arise, affordability, level of self care Patient situations differ widely and it is not a “one … Continued
Consider cost when setting up care/resources Is this sustainable? How does their insurance coverage, Medicare, or Medicaid factor in? Do so in a non-judgemental way Speak with the patient and support system about finances, what they can realistically afford and … Continued
What kind of equipment or materials will the patient need? Oxygen, walker, shower chair, adaptive eating utensils Collaborate with other members of the health care team (physical therapy, occupational therapy, and so forth) to incorporate their recommendations The physician may … Continued
Become familiar with your community’s resources that can be helpful to patients attempting to maintain independence Nursing homes, respite care, SNF, home health agencies, Meals on Wheels Consider insurance coverage, Medicare, Medicaid, family support and availability to utilize resources
NCSBN Delegation | ANA: Developing Delegation Skills You will be responsible for delegating tasks to others; nursing assistants, other nurses, and so forth Not all tasks are appropriate to delegate You can only delegate tasks for which you are responsible … Continued
There are so many tasks that need to be completed during a shift, the nurse must have a plan and adapt it continually to address the constantly changing needs of the patient(s) Look at all tasks, prioritize, implement, re-prioritize as … Continued
Advocating – help the patient and their support system understand the clinical picture and identified treatment options, identify their wants/needs, support the patient, speak on their behalf if needed, and uphold and protect their rights The foundation of being an … Continued
It is the nurse’s job and part of the law (Client Self-Determination Act) to assess for existing advanced directives and integrate them into the patient’s care, and inform and educate about them if the patient is unfamiliar with advanced directives … Continued
Welcome to our brand new . . . hot off the presses podcast. This podcast is designed to provide you with a step-by-step outline for the majority of the key points the NCSBN wants nursing students to know before taking … Continued