Fundamentals of Nursing: Health Assessment, Safety, and Hygiene

In this episode of Fundamentals of Nursing: Health Assessment, Safety, and Hygiene we dive into three critical areas: health assessment and physical exams, patient safety, and hygiene care. We start by breaking down the key data to collect during nursing history and physical assessments, along with effective interview techniques to enhance communication. You’ll learn the importance of physical exams in promoting health and how to prepare patients—both physically and psychologically.Next, we explore patient safety, focusing on mobility challenges and strategies to prevent injury. We outline the nurse’s role in ensuring patient safety and provide tips on teaching patients about mobility-related risks.Lastly, we cover the essentials of hygiene care. From understanding the factors that influence personal hygiene practices to addressing hair and scalp issues, we highlight the unique needs of older adults, younger patients, and impaired individuals. Tune in for practical insights to help you deliver compassionate, effective care in these fundamental areas of nursing practice.All information in this podcast is sourced from ATI and the 2023 edition of Fundamentals of Nursing by Taylor.🩺 For Anyone About to Start Core – Stuff That Actually Helped MeStarting core can be overwhelming, so I wanted to share a list of things I got that I’ve actually used throughout the program. None of this is required. Clinical EssentialsHand sanitizer (always keep one on you) https://amzn.to/4rgy62XPenlight (neuro checks, pupil assessments) https://amzn.to/4qzr0GEBadge SetupStudent nurse badge (vertical) https://amzn.to/4qBMLFLBadge reference cards (vertical) https://amzn.to/4qF5wblStudent nurse badge (horizontal) https://amzn.to/4jZFIV2Badge reference cards (horizontal) https://amzn.to/4sWxcdkClinical ToolsFoldable clipboard (absolute must for clinicals) https://amzn.to/4jUwvNyPen/pencil combo https://amzn.to/4k4ZcaYClinical report notepad https://amzn.to/3ZxaET2Mini sharpies https://amzn.to/4bXP5CqMini highlighters https://amzn.to/4pUp9LDStethoscopeLittmann stethoscope (used every semester) https://amzn.to/4reKtMRStudy HelpLevel Up RN flashcards set (great for quick reviews)https://amzn.to/4qJ3CXoEveryone has different preferences, but these items stayed useful for me from the start of core through the program. Hope this helps make the transition a little smoother. Good luck, you’ve got this 💙🩺