Fundamentals Proctor Prep: Mastering the Core Principles of Nursing Practice

In this episode, we help you prepare for the Fundamentals Proctor assessment, covering the essential principles of nursing practice. We begin by exploring the foundations of nursing practice, including healthcare delivery, critical thinking strategies, effective communication, professional standards, and legal and ethical responsibilities throughout the lifespan.

Next, we move into basic nursing care topics, focusing on admission, transfer, discharge processes, medication administration, error prevention, and safety. We’ll also cover ergonomic principles, infection control, wound care, and ensuring patient comfort and basic needs.

Additionally, we support your understanding of psychosocial needs, discussing therapeutic communication, family and cultural health, coping strategies, spiritual health, and end-of-life care. We then focus on physiologic needs, diving into topics such as oxygenation, circulation, fluid and electrolyte balance, neurosensory and mobility challenges, and elimination processes.

Lastly, we’ll cover the fundamentals of health assessment, reviewing vital signs, system-specific assessments, and risk reduction strategies. Whether you’re a student or a professional preparing for this critical exam, this episode is packed with the key knowledge needed for success.

All information in this podcast is sourced from ATI and the 2023 edition of Fundamentals of Nursing by Taylor.