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Prospective memory  — Research Starter

Prospective memory is the cognitive ability to remember to perform intended actions in the future. This can involve tasks ranging from simple daily activities, like watching a television show, to…

Program evaluation (medical surgical nursing)  — Research Starter

Program evaluation in medical-surgical nursing involves systematically gathering and analyzing data about educational programs designed to prepare nurses for various healthcare settings. This process…

Primary care  — Research Starter

Primary care serves as a fundamental entry point into the health care system, where patients receive their basic medical care and coordination for more complex health issues. A primary care…

Prenatal care  — Research Starter

Prenatal care is the medical attention women receive during pregnancy, focusing on their nutritional, physical, and emotional well-being to promote a healthy delivery and child. Early and…

Postpartum psychosis  — Research Starter

Postpartum psychosis is a rare and severe mental health condition that affects approximately one in every one thousand women after childbirth. Distinct from the more common postpartum depression and…

Philosophy of healthcare  — Research Starter

The philosophy of healthcare examines fundamental questions about how medical care is accessed, provided, and distributed within society. Central to this field are debates about whether healthcare is…

PDSA cycle  — Research Starter

The PDSA cycle, which stands for Plan, Do, Study, and Act, is a management practice designed for process improvement within organizations, particularly in healthcare settings. Developed by W. Edwards…

Nursing intuition  — Research Starter

Nursing intuition refers to the ability of nurses to make swift medical decisions based on instinct rather than solely on objective data or protocols. This skill often develops through years of…

Nurse-patient ratio  — Research Starter

The nurse-patient ratio is a critical metric that defines the number of patients assigned to a single nurse, impacting the quality of care provided in healthcare settings. This ratio varies based on…