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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/05%3A_Ethical_Decision_Making/5.04%3A_Ethical_Challenges_in_Scope_of_PracticeThe section discusses the importance of ethics in nursing practice, focusing on the Code of Ethics for Nurses. It covers the application of ethics in medical-surgical nursing, addressing issues like q...The section discusses the importance of ethics in nursing practice, focusing on the Code of Ethics for Nurses. It covers the application of ethics in medical-surgical nursing, addressing issues like questioning provider orders, cultural and spiritual implications, and opioid use. It emphasizes respecting patient autonomy and collaborating with ethics committees to navigate ethical challenges.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/01%3A_Professional_Medical-Surgical_Nursing/1.01%3A_Professional_Nursing_PracticeThis section outlines key aspects of professional nursing, focusing on its evolution, roles, scope of practice, and importance in quality health care. It covers the emergence of specialized nursing fi...This section outlines key aspects of professional nursing, focusing on its evolution, roles, scope of practice, and importance in quality health care. It covers the emergence of specialized nursing fields, the critical role nurses play in patient care, and the professional organizations supporting nursing practice, such as the American Nurses Association. The section highlights the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) project and The Joint Commission's role in enhancing patient safety.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.05%3A_SummaryNurses need critical thinking skills for gathering and analyzing patient data, crucial for clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making. Effective communication is key to maintaining a therape...Nurses need critical thinking skills for gathering and analyzing patient data, crucial for clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making. Effective communication is key to maintaining a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship, requiring a balance between empathy and professionalism. Health histories provide comprehensive insights into patient health, with bedside assessments offering thorough evaluations.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.04%3A_Bedside_Physical_Assessment_in_Medical-Surgical_NursingThis section provides detailed guidance on the various types of physical assessments in medical-surgical nursing. It differentiates comprehensive, bedside, and focused assessments. A comprehensive ass...This section provides detailed guidance on the various types of physical assessments in medical-surgical nursing. It differentiates comprehensive, bedside, and focused assessments. A comprehensive assessment is an in-depth check of all body systems, typically used in primary care, while bedside and focused assessments are more common in acute care settings.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/01%3A_Professional_Medical-Surgical_Nursing/1.00%3A_IntroductionMedical-surgical nursing, one of the largest nursing specialties, involves caring for a diverse patient population across various settings. These nurses provide care for adults preparing for or recove...Medical-surgical nursing, one of the largest nursing specialties, involves caring for a diverse patient population across various settings. These nurses provide care for adults preparing for or recovering from surgery and those with long-term illness complications. They develop advanced organizational, prioritization, assessment, and communication skills, coordinating patient care among interdisciplinary teams.
