LeMone & Burke's MedicalSurgical Nursing, 7e (Bauldoff/Gubrud/Carno) Chapter 1 Medical-Surgical Nursing in the 21st Century 1) A patient is instructed on the role of diet, exercise, and medication to control type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which core competency for healthcare professionals is the nurse implementing? 1. Quality improvement 2. Evidence-based practice 3. Patient-centered care 4. Teamwork and collaboration Answer: 3 Explanation: 1. Identifying safety hazards and measuring quality is an example of the core competency quality improvement. 2. Using best research when providing patient care is an example of the core competency evidence-based practice. 3. Patient teaching is an example of the competency patient-centered care. 4. The core competency teamwork and collaboration involves collaboration between disciplines to provide continuous and reliable care. Page Ref: 5 Cognitive Level: Applying Client Need & Sub: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care Standards: QSEN Competencies: I.A.1. Integrate understanding of multiple dimensions of patient-centered care | AACN Essentials Competencies: IX.7. Provide appropriate patient teaching that reflects developmental stage, age, culture, spirituality, patient