PRN1032 Exam 1
1. What is the ANA?
American Nurses Association
2. How does the ANA define nursing?
As both a science and an art.
3. Nurses deliver what type of care?
Client-centered care
4. LPN stands for?
Licensed Practical Nurse
5. Who is the LPN's supervisor when working on a unit?
RN or licensed healthcare provider.
6. Name 4 basic care concepts your body need to live.
1-rest
2-sleep
3-nutrition
4-hydration
7. What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
It is a model of understanding the motivations for human behavior.
8. What re the 5 levels of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
, Self-actualization, esteem needs, love and belonging, safety and security, and
physiological needs.
9. What is the difference between the bottom level and the top level of Maslow's Hierarchy
of needs?
The needs on the bottom must be satisfied before the top needs can be achieved.
10. What level are rest and sleep in Maslow's Hierarchy of needs?
Physiological needs
11. Inadequate rest and sleep negatively affect what?
Many systems of the body, such as cardiovascular, resp, immune, and neurological
systems as well as metabolism.
12. What environment is the biggest risk for disturbed sleep and rest?
Hospitals
13. What can cause disturbed sleep and rest in the hospital?
Noise, and commotion. Sleep, is also disrupted by diagnostic tests and vital sign
measurement.
14. How can nurses promote rest and sleep?
Use flashlights instead of turning on lights when clients are resting and offer earplugs if
available. (Hush curtains as well)
15. What are the 4 basic human needs?
1-Rest
2-Sleep
3-Nutrition
, 4-hydration
16. What is a macronutrient?
Nutrients that supply the body with energy-carbs, proteins, fats
17. What is a micronutrient?
vitamins, minerals, water
18. How can food and water intake be affected while in the hospital?
Illness, surgery, and meds!!
19. What 3 things will I do as an LPN related to nutrition and hydration?
1-Collect nutritional data
2-Assist clients with meals, and oral care.
3- Reinforce culturally competent dietary education
20. What are the signs of fluid deficit?
Dry skin and mucous membranes, decreased urinary output, weightless, dizziness, and
fatigue.
21. What are signs of fluid overload?
Swelling, increased B/P and shortness of breath.
22. If you see fluid deficit or overload, as an LPN what should I do?
Report it to the RN, or healthcare provider immediately.
1. What is the ANA?
American Nurses Association
2. How does the ANA define nursing?
As both a science and an art.
3. Nurses deliver what type of care?
Client-centered care
4. LPN stands for?
Licensed Practical Nurse
5. Who is the LPN's supervisor when working on a unit?
RN or licensed healthcare provider.
6. Name 4 basic care concepts your body need to live.
1-rest
2-sleep
3-nutrition
4-hydration
7. What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
It is a model of understanding the motivations for human behavior.
8. What re the 5 levels of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
, Self-actualization, esteem needs, love and belonging, safety and security, and
physiological needs.
9. What is the difference between the bottom level and the top level of Maslow's Hierarchy
of needs?
The needs on the bottom must be satisfied before the top needs can be achieved.
10. What level are rest and sleep in Maslow's Hierarchy of needs?
Physiological needs
11. Inadequate rest and sleep negatively affect what?
Many systems of the body, such as cardiovascular, resp, immune, and neurological
systems as well as metabolism.
12. What environment is the biggest risk for disturbed sleep and rest?
Hospitals
13. What can cause disturbed sleep and rest in the hospital?
Noise, and commotion. Sleep, is also disrupted by diagnostic tests and vital sign
measurement.
14. How can nurses promote rest and sleep?
Use flashlights instead of turning on lights when clients are resting and offer earplugs if
available. (Hush curtains as well)
15. What are the 4 basic human needs?
1-Rest
2-Sleep
3-Nutrition
, 4-hydration
16. What is a macronutrient?
Nutrients that supply the body with energy-carbs, proteins, fats
17. What is a micronutrient?
vitamins, minerals, water
18. How can food and water intake be affected while in the hospital?
Illness, surgery, and meds!!
19. What 3 things will I do as an LPN related to nutrition and hydration?
1-Collect nutritional data
2-Assist clients with meals, and oral care.
3- Reinforce culturally competent dietary education
20. What are the signs of fluid deficit?
Dry skin and mucous membranes, decreased urinary output, weightless, dizziness, and
fatigue.
21. What are signs of fluid overload?
Swelling, increased B/P and shortness of breath.
22. If you see fluid deficit or overload, as an LPN what should I do?
Report it to the RN, or healthcare provider immediately.
