Key Concepts Every Practical Nurse Should Know

Core nursing concepts form the backbone of your preparation for the NCLEX-PN. These include:

• Nursing process (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation)
• Patient safety
• Infection control
• Medication administration

Nursing Process

The nursing process is a systematic approach to providing patient care. You'll use it to assess patient needs, create care plans, and evaluate outcomes.

Patient Safety and Infection Control

Maintaining a safe environment and preventing the spread of infection are critical. This includes hand hygiene, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe medication practices.

Medication Administration

You must understand rights of medication administration: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time, right documentation, and right reason.

Application in Practice

These concepts aren't just for the exam—they're vital in day-to-day nursing. Whether you're giving medications or monitoring patients, these principles guide your actions and keep patients safe.