what position do you place a dyspneic patient in? - ANSWER orthopnea
QPA - ANSWER 1. introduce self to patient and ask if theyre in need of
anything stat
2. ABCDE check
3. record any abnormal findings in kardex
4. prioritize care for patient on their specific needs
what are you looking for in a bedside safety check? - ANSWER oxygen
flow metre
medical air valve
suction device with canist
oxygen face mask
yankauer suction
10ft suction tubing
when should a head-to-toe assessment should be done? - ANSWER
admission to hospital
transfer to ward
beginning of shift
when do you do a focussed assessment? - ANSWER during HTT
assess prn
reassess problem
new problem comes up
principles for effective communication - ANSWER -completed in a
respectful manner
- clear and concise
- provided on neutral ground
-takes place in a non-toxic environment
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