PN 1006 Mid Term Exam Study Guide.
Chain of Infection - answerpathogen
reservoir
portal of exit
mode of transmission
portal of entry
susceptible host
PPE for Airborne precautions - answerN95 mask
PPE for Droplet precautions - answerGown
Mask
Eye cover
Gloves
PPE required for patient wit...
colour of ink allowed to use for documenting - answer✔blue or black
physiological consequences of bedrest - answer✔-decreased GI function (constipation)
-increased heart rate
-possible orthostatic hypotension
-muscle atrophy
-decreased urine output
-increased chance of pressure ulcers
-decreased activity tolerance
-increased chance of contractures
precautions to take with ambulating a patient who has been immobile for awhile - answer✔may
experience orthostatic hypotension
-dizzy
-pale
-increased heart rate
importance to protect the feet of a diabetic patient - answer✔-increased chance to for wounds
-decreased ability to heal
-increased chance for infection
one way to protect the feet of a diabetic patient from pressure ulcers - answer✔use of a foot
cradle
proper body mechanics - answer✔1. Keep patient close to the body as possible
-keeps weight near center of gravity
2. Bend at the knees to lift with legs
3. Avoid twisting
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