BEST POSITION FOR USE OF INCENTIVE SPIROMETER - ANSSemi-Fowler's or High
Semi-Fowler's role
lets in for optimum growth of the lungs
WHEN A PATIENT REFUSES TO USE INCENTIVE SPIROMETER - ANSalways check the
patient first
the use of assessment competencies, you can then attempt to decide why the patient is
refusing
retain to inspire the patient, but in the event that they nevertheless refuse, be sure to file.
IV CATHETER INSERTION FOR AN OLDER ADULT - ANSplace affected person's arm in a
structured position; veins will dilate due to gravity
insert catheter at 10-30 diploma angle
WHEN USING AN OPEN IRRIGATION TECHNIQUE FOR INDWELLING URINARY
CATHETER - ANSsubtract the amount of irrigant used from the client's urine output
use 30-50 mL syringe to perform open irrigation
supine or dorsal recumbant role is exceptional
DELIVERY OF OTIC MEDICATION - ADULT - ANSpull the ear up and lower back to
straighten the ear canal and instill drops
urgent gently at the tragus of the ear will help the medication get into the inner ear
have patient in aspect-lying function, with affected ear up. Patient should remain in this
position for two-five mins following Rx management
NG TUBE FEEDING THROUGH AN OPEN SYSTEM - ANStell affected person to hold head
of the bed increased at least 30 levels
this may reduce the threat of and prevent aspiration
NG TUBE FEEDING - ANSmake positive that enteral components is at room temperature;
this prevents cramping
, clean the pinnacle the method container to reduce the risk of infection by means of
microorganisms
rinse feeding bag with warm water
NG TUBE FEEDING - COMPLICATION DUE TO EXCESS RESIDUAL - ANSwhen gastric
residual exceeds 250 mL for 2 consecutive tests...
- withhold the feeding
- notify issuer
- hold affected person in semi-fowler's
- recheck residual in 1 hour
NG TUBE FEEDING - COMPLICATION DUE TO DIARRHEA - ANSwhen affected person
has diarrhea three instances or more inside 24-hour duration...
- gradual the instillation fee
- notify the company
- talk to dietician
- offer pores and skin care/safety
ASSESSMENT FINDINGS FOR A PATIENT WHO REPORTS DIARRHEA AND VOMITING
FOR THREE CONSECUTIVE DAYS - ANSthis patient is possibly to have fluid-extent deficit
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