Quarter 1-Terminology

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Across
  1. 2. Restating the patient’s message in the nurse’s own words to confirm understanding.
  2. 4. Phase of the therapeutic relationship where teaching and problem solving occur.
  3. 5. A communication disorder affecting speech or comprehension.
  4. 8. The first step of the nursing process involving systematic data collection.
  5. 11. An interviewing technique used to ensure accurate understanding of a patient’s statements.
  6. 13. Guidelines that direct professional nursing behavior and decision making.
  7. 17. A tight fitting mask required for airborne or droplet transmitted infections such as COVID 19.
  8. 18. A goal that is Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely.
  9. 19. Abnormally rapid breathing noted during respiratory assessment
  10. 20. The step of the nursing process where the nurse determines whether goals were met
  11. 21. Actions the nurse selects and performs to address patient problems.
Down
  1. 1. The step of the nursing process where assessment data is analyzed to identify patient problems.
  2. 3. Basic infection control practices applied to all patients.
  3. 6. A communication framework: Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You.
  4. 7. Condition caused by pathogens; signs include redness, tenderness, and drainage
  5. 9. Measurable or observable assessment findings such as edema or bradypnea.
  6. 10. Assigning appropriate tasks to assistive personnel while the nurse maintains accountability.
  7. 12. Practices that reduce or eliminate microorganisms to prevent infection.
  8. 14. Isolation measures used for diseases transmitted through airborne particles, such as tuberculosis.
  9. 15. The initial phase of the nurse patient relationship focused on building trust
  10. 16. Learning that involves understanding, knowledge, and explanation
  11. 17. A therapeutic communication technique where the nurse restates or mirrors the patient’s feelings to encourage expression.
  12. 18. Information reported by the patient, including feelings, symptoms, and perceptions.