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Collaboration
The process of healthcare professionals working together to provide the best patient
care. Example: A nurse, doctor, and pharmacist coordinating a medication plan for a
diabetic patient.
Competence
The ability to perform duties effectively, safely, and ethically. Example: A nurse
performing a sterile dressing change correctly.
Competencies
A set of skills, knowledge, and abilities required to practice safely and effectively.
Example: Communication, critical thinking, and technical skills for nursing practice.
Consent
A patient's voluntary agreement to a treatment or procedure after receiving all
necessary information. Example: A patient signing a form before surgery.
Critical Thinking
The ability to analyze information, evaluate options, and make sound decisions in
complex situations. Example: A nurse deciding to escalate care for a patient with
worsening symptoms.
Decision Support Tools
, Tools used to guide healthcare providers in making clinical decisions. Example: A
sepsis protocol chart in the emergency department.
Delegation
Assigning tasks to another healthcare provider while retaining responsibility for the
outcome. Example: An RN assigning an LPN to administer oral medications.
Established Care Needs
Predictable and routine care that aligns with a patient's diagnosis or condition. Example:
Monitoring blood glucose levels in a diabetic patient.
Ethical
Following moral principles and values in practice. Example: Respecting a patient's
decision to refuse treatment.
Evidence
Information derived from research or clinical data to support decisions. Example: Using
a peer-reviewed study to choose the best treatment for pressure ulcers.
Health
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of
disease. Example: A patient maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Healthcare Team
A group of professionals with diverse roles collaborating to deliver patient care.
Example: A care team including nurses, social workers, and occupational therapists.
Health Promotion
Activities aimed at improving health and preventing disease. Example: Teaching a
smoking cessation class.