NUR 336 Q&A Bundle

acde The nurse is teaching the nursing assistive personnel (NAP) in a nursing home about daily routine measures to reduce the incidence of pressure injuries within the agency. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching: a. turning patients at least every 2 hours b. rubbing redde...

Spina bifida is what common defect? neural tube defect What is spina bifida myelomeningocele? section of the spinal cord and associated nerves are exposed and visible on the outside of the body Myelomeningocele can cause what? partial or complete paralysis before the opening What is a meningocele...

Ketamine IV anesthetic used for starting and maintaining anesthesia by causing dissociative anesthesia and can cause psychological reactions Tramadol Nonopioid centrally acting analgesic that acts as a combination of opioid and nonopioid mechanism that's can cause dizziness, sedation, HA, constipa...

Pediatric medical home care model Especially important for children with socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic health disparities. Is a proactive outreach program that provides: Ensures timely well-child care visits Coordination of care when needed (hospital discharge to primary care, enrollment in avai...

Hypoxia Low oxygen saturation of the body Anoxia absence of oxygen Hemoglobin (Hgb) blood test used to determine the concentration of oxygen-carrying components (hemoglobin) in erythrocytes. Issues that lead to poor oxygenation/ gas exchange Asthma Anaphylaxis Smoking Anemia Choking COPD Low Hgb ...

Why do we use SBAR? because it is a means of communication that is standardized and organized Before calling a physician to deliver an SBAR, what 4 things should you do? · assess the patient · read the most recent physician notes · have the chart in-hand · check for the correct physician name ...

What is the best way to give culturally competent, patient-centered care? By knowing ourselves and our biases. "Becoming more self-aware of your biases and attitudes about human behavior is the first step in providing patient-centered care" (p105) *Culturally congruent care* - care that fits a pe...

Hemophilia What is a genetically based bleeding disorder that occurs most commonly in males and with proper management has a good prognosis? A and B What are the two types of hemophilia? Fibrin The production of _____________________ does not proceed normally in hemophilia. X Hemophilia is carrie...

Growth quantitative increase in physical size or measurement Development qualitative increase in capability or function Crucial components in planning of pediatric health care 1) Qualitative and quantitative changes in body organ functioning 2) Ability to communicate 3) Performance of motor skills...

Incentive spirometer used for used to help keep lungs active after a surgery, reduce the risk of a patient developing pneumonia, and to have the patient practice deep breath exercises To set up the spirometer: attach the tubing to the outlet at the base Teaching a patient to use spirometer: make s...

A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection at the ventrogluteal site. Which of the following needle lengths should the nurse select for an adult of average size? 1 1/2 inches A nurse is preparing to give an intramuscular injection into the left ventrogluteal muscle. Which of the ...

Respiratory acidosis (hypoventilation) risk factors obesity, tumors, stroke, neurological diseases, pulmonary embolus, ARDS, pulmonary edema, asthma, pneumonia, respiratory depression (opioids, poisons, anesthetics), COPD Respiratory acidosis signs and symptoms muscle weakness, numbness & tingling ...

How often should patients be repositioned? Every two hours in bed. Every 20-30 mins if sitting in a chair. What causes orthostatic hypotension? When should it be considered? Bed rest, hypovolemia, hypokalemia, and certain medications. Should be kept in mind when moving and transferring patients. W...

B. The amount the ventricles stretch at the end of diastole. Which statement below best describes the term cardiac preload? A. The pressure the ventricles stretch at the end of systole. B. The amount the ventricles stretch at the end of diastole. C. The pressure the ventricles must work against to ...