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Vocabulary: Words Used in Nursing Actions

Word Explanation
Intervention An intervention is usually undertaken to help treat or cure a condition.
/ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən/
charting Charting is a documentation system for any unfavorable, unusual, or
/tʃɑːt ɪŋ/ idiosyncratic reaction from drugs or treatments that should be recorded.
titrating Titrating is to measure how much of a substance is in a liquid by adding it to
/taɪˈtreɪt ɪŋ/ measure amounts of another substance that reacts to it.
accountability Accountability is the fact or condition of being accountable/ responsible.
/əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/
inpatient Inpatient is a patient who stays in a hospital while receiving medical care or
/ˈɪn.peɪ.ʃənt/ treatment.
streamline Streamline is used to make (an organization or system) more efficient and
/ˈstriːm.laɪn/ effective by employing faster or simpler working methods.
reciprocal Reciprocal is bearing on or binding each of two parties equally.
/rɪˈsɪp.rə.kəl/
acuity Acuity is sharpness or keenness of thought, vision, or hearing.
/əˈkjuː.ə.ti/

a. Complete the dialogue with the words you learned previously.

"Where do you see yourself in five years?”

“ In five years, I envision myself furthering my education to hone my skills
in a specific area of nursing, such as in building 1.__________
communication between nurses and the patient. I am going to gain valuable

hands-on experience in this role to continuously enhance my clinical skills
and 2. ___________ as a nurse to contribute effectively to the healthcare
team.”

“How can you stay updated on current healthcare trends and
advancements?”

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