Bsmc Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is the definition of Critical thinking? - ANSWER -A continuous process characterized by: 1) open-mindedness 2) continual inquiry, 3) perseverance combined with the willingness to look at each unique patient situation and determine which assumptions are true and relevant. 4) Recognizing that an issue exists, analyzing information, evaluating information, and making conclusions A nurse is preparing to administer a unit of blood. She follows the procedure for checking the patient's na...

What dos CBC stand for? - Answer-complete blood count Components of CBC - Answer--WBC -RBC -HGB -HCT -MCV -MCH -MCHC -RDW -PLT What does HGB stand for? - Answer-hemoglobin What does HCT stand for? - Answer-hematocrit What does MCV stand for? - Answer-mean corpuscular volume What does MCH stand for? - Answer-mean corpuscular hemoglobin What dose MCHC stand for? - Answer-mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration What does RDW stand for? - Answer-red cell distribution width What doe...

BSMCON NUR 2102 TEST 2 (Hair, skin, nails)

Mobility is... - ANSWER is the freedom and independence in purposeful movement. refers to adapting to and having self aof the environment. Functional musculoskeletal and nervous systems are essential. Joint Mobility - ANSWER Range of motion (ROM) = the maximum movement possible for the joint ROM varies and is determined by: genetic makeup, developmental patterns, presence of absence of disease, and physical activity

BSMC correct answers brigade support medical company assigned to brigade support battalion (BSB) supports BCTs located in BSA (brigade support area) BSB correct answers brigade support battalion 3 types of BCTs correct answers armored infantry stryker MCAS correct answers medical company area support provides role 2 support within its assigned AO, as well as role 1 in attached units with no organic role 1 capability assigned to medical brigade attached to MMB (multifunct...

Melanoma Risk Factors - ANSWER Too much exposure to UV radiation Moles Fair skin, freckling, red, or blonde hair Positive family history of melanoma History of immunosuppressive treatment Older age Male gender Past history of melanoma Screening Recommendations for Melanoma - ANSWER Skin examination every 3 years for ages 20-40 and yearly for over 40 Monthly skin self-exam starting at age 20

An approach to developing a plan of care using the ANA's Standards of Practice are based on the nursing process, which is: - ANSWER 1) Assessment 2) Diagnosis 3) Outcome Identification 4) Planning 5) Implementation 6) Evaluation The five core competencies identified by the Institute of Medicine which are essential for all health care professionals to demonstrate are: - ANSWER 1) Provide patient-centered care 2) Work in interdisciplinary teams 3) Use evidence-based practice 4) Apply q...

What are the four basic techniques of a physical assessment? - Ans palpation, percussion, auscultation, and inspection What are the five tones that can be heard during a percussion assessment? - Ans 1) Tympani: loud high-pitched tone; heard over abdomen 2) Resonance: low-pitched, hollow sounds; heard over healthy lung tissue 3) Hyper-resonance: louder and lower-pitched; can be heard when percussing lungs hyperinflated with air (EX. patient having an acute asthmatic attack) 4) Dull: thud-l...

What are lipoproteins? - ANSWER -consist of various amounts of cholesterol, triglycerides, and phospholipids along with a protein carrier -classified according to their size, weight or density -not soluble in plasma, they must be specifically packaged for transport through the blood What is the main function of LDL? - ANSWER transport cholesterol from liver to tissues What is the main function of HDL? - ANSWER transport surplus cholesterol from tissues back to liver Where does cholesterol...

BSMCON NUR 2101 – FINAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE & VERIFIED SOLUTIONS Mobility is... - Answer-is the freedom and independence in purposeful movement. refers to adapting to and having self aof the environment. Functional musculoskeletal and nervous systems are essential. Joint Mobility - Answer-Range of motion (ROM) = the maximum movement possible for the joint ROM varies and is determined by: genetic makeup, developmental patterns, presence of absence of disease, and physical activity Mobi...