Fundamentals Ch 1 – Nursing, Theory, & Professional Practice – Flashcards
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
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12-18 months of training
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Registered Nurse (RN)
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-Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) (2yrs) -Diploma Programs (3yrs) -Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (4yrs)
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
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-*Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)* -other advanced roles (clinical nurse leader, nurse educator, nurse researcher, nurse administrator)
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*Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)*
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-RN who has met advanced educational and clinical practice requirements at a minimum of a master's degree level -provides at least some level of direct care to pt populations
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LO 1.10: List possible certifications in various arenas of nursing and professional organizations in nursing.
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*Many different certifications are available to nurses who meet specific requirements and pass qualifying examinations.* Nursing organizations represent all nurses and nursing specialties.
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LO 1.11: Discuss the future directions in nursing.
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Future directions in nursing include dealing with the *nursing shortage*, implementing new *pt safety programs*, and exploring the role of the *independent nurse*.
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National Patient Safety Goals
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-identify pts correctly -improve staff communication -uses medicines safely -use alarms safely -prevent infection -identify pt safety risks -prevent mistakes in surgery
