Capacity Assessment
A Nursing Evaluation To Determine Whether A Patient Can Make Informed Decisions.

Informed Consent
A Legal And Ethical Process Ensuring Patients Understand Procedures Before Agreeing To Them.

Patient Advocacy
A Core Nursing Role In Which Nurses Protect Patient Rights And Ensure Their Needs Are Met.

Patient Satisfaction
A Measure Of How Patients Perceive Their Care, Influenced By Communication, Comfort, And Hourly Rounding.

Quality Improvement
A Continuous Process In Nursing Focused On Enhancing Patient Care And Safety.

Root Cause Analysis
A Structured Method Used To Identify Underlying Causes Of Safety Events.

Fall Huddle
A Team Meeting Held After A Patient Fall To Identify Causes And Improve Fall Prevention Strategies.

Sepsis Bundle
A Set Of Interventions Used To Treat Sepsis Quickly, Including Blood Cultures And Fluid Resuscitation.

Care Bundle
A Group Of Evidence Based Interventions Performed Together To Improve Patient Outcomes.

Clinical Pathway
A Multidisciplinary Plan That Outlines Best Practices For Managing Specific Conditions.