Which of the following are nursing interventions for wound irrigation? - ANSKeep syringe 1 inch
above the wound. Clean from least contaminated to most contaminated site. Clean area around
the skin with antiseptic swabs first.
Which brain controls the basic vital functions? - ANSMedulla Oblongata in the brainstem
Which hormone acts on kidneys to regulate sodium and potassium levels? - ANSAldosterone
I stimulate the maturation of lymphocytes into T cells and coordinates immune defenses. What
gland am I? - ANSThymus gland
What does epinephrine and norepinephrine do? - ANSRaise heart rate, vasoconstriction,
release glucose reserves, produce adrenal glands, neurotransmitters
Blood is returned to which part of the heart? - ANSRight atrium/superiorvenacava
Oxygenated blood exits through which part of the heart? - ANSAorta in the left ventricle
Range of motion (ROM) - ANSMove joints smoothly and gently, repeat based on orders,
perform to the point of resistance, stop if patient is in pain
What is the BEST method to maintain privacy for a patient when doing a bed bath? - ANSClose
the curtains
What enzymes are produced by the pancreas and what are their functions? - ANSamylase (
digest sugars- carbohydrates), trypsin (digest proteins), lipase (digest fat)
What is normal blood pressure? - ANS120/80
What is considered hypotension? - ANS84/58
What is considered prehypertension? - ANS126/78
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