General Patient Care Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is included in a smoking cesssation program?
- Instruction
- Group conseling and support
- Nicotine replacement therapy
How is compliance measured in a smoking cessation program?
- COHb levels in blood
- FECO
What does Buproprion do?
An antidepressant drug that reduces nicotine withdrawal symptoms
What does Varenicline (Chantix) do?
Medication used to treat nicotine addiction
What is disinfection?
Process of destroying vegetative pathogenic microorganisms
What is sterilization?
Complete destruction of all microorganisms
What is Alkaline Glutaraldehyde (Cidex) used for?
Used to sterilize a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope or reusable plastics (mouthpieces, tubing, humidifiers, etc.)
What is Bleach used for?
Used to clean blood spills, equipment surfaces, etc.
What is a nosocomial infection?
An infection acquired at least 72 hours after admission to a hospital or other health care facility
When should equipment be double-bagged and labeled before returning to cleaning area?
Any contaminated equipment from an isolation area
Steps in order of Donning
- Hand hygiene
- Gown
- Face mask
- Goggles/face mask
- Gloves
Steps in order of Doffing
- Gloves
- Goggles/face mask
- Gown
- Mask
- Hand hygiene
How is VAP caused
Aspiration of bacteria
Prevention of VAP
- Keep patient HOB elevated 30-45 degrees
- Use heated-wire circuits or HME to prevent tubing condensation
- Use MDI instead of SVN
Objective of Pulmonary Rehab
Alleviate or control as many medical symptoms of respiratory impairment as possible
Long-term benefits/goals of pulmonary rehab
- Decreased perception of level of dyspnea
- Improved ability to do ADL (COPD patients)
- Decreased hospitalizations
Pulmonary Rehab techniques
- Pursed-lip breathing
- Diaphragmatic breathing training
How to clean equipment in home care
- Wash with mild detergent
- Remove all soap by rinsing well with water
- Soak in white distilled vinegar (acetic acid) for 20 minutes
- Rinse, drain, and air dry on a clean towel
