Pt and witness signature, date and time, verification that it was voluntary and risks benefits and alternatives were discussed. Verification that the pt understands the procedure and has had all questions answered.
LVN Roles
Caregiver, Educator, Collaboraor, Manager
Delegation
transferring responsibility for the performance of an activity or task while retaining accountability for the outcome
Democratic
consults with staff members and seeks staff participation in decision making.
Idiopathic Illness
One for which there is no known etiology (cause)
Stress Coping Responses
Change the situation so it is not stressfull.
Alteration of thoughts to control the meaning of a situation before it triggers a stress response.
COntrol of thoughts and actions to stop a stress reaction.
Reviewed and updated every 24 hours
Interventions documented on flow sheet or nurses notes. Evaluations in nurses notes.
Standards of Care
Defined in nursing procedure books,institutional manuals of policies and procedures of protocols, and nursing journals that outline current skills or techniques.
Acute Illness
One that develops suddenly and resolves in a short time
Holistic Approach
Considers biologic, psychological, sociological, and spiritual aspects and needs of the pt.
