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What are manifestations of autonomic dysreflexia?

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Severe pounding HA, profuse sweating, nasal congestion

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What kind of PPE is necessary for an acute viral infection?

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Contact precautions - gown and gloves

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What diagnostic measure can be used to determine hemolytic disease of the NB?

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Amniocentesis - maternal Abs destroy fetal RBCs; bilirubin secreted b/c of hemolysis

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What is the kcal/day requirement for women?

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1200-1500 kcal/d

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What is the daily Kcal requirement per day for men?

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1500-1800 kcal/d

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What is the required intake of Fe for pregnant versus non-pregnant females?

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15 mg/day nonpregnant and 30 mg/day pregnant

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What are the symptoms of a hemolytic reaction?

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Hypotension, backache, low back pain, fever, chills, dyspnea

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What is the main psychosocial problem with anorexia nervosa?

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Self-identity and self-esteem

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“This test will show how well my blood sugar has been controlled over the past 6-8 wks”

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HbA1C - when RBCs are being formed, sugar attached (glycosylated) and remains attached throughout the life of the RBC (about 2 mo) - normal is 4-6%

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What are the manifestations of a panic attack?

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Palpitations, decreased perceptual field, diaphoresis, fear of going crazy, increased HR, increased BP (sANS)

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What are the manifestations of Graves’ Dz?

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Restlessness and hyperactive reflexes; heat intolerance, wt loss, and increased appetite d/t increased metabolic rate

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What group is characterized by trust versus mistrust?

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Birth to 18 mo - results from interaction with dependable, predictable primary caretaker

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What age group is characterized by Autonomy vs Shame and Doubt?

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Toddlers - 18 mo to 3 y/o

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What age group is characterized by Initiative vs Guilt?

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Preschoolers - ages 3-6 y/o

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What age group is characterized by Industry vs Inferiority?

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Latency/School Age - 6-12 y/o

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What age group is characterized by Identity vs Role Confusion?

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Adolescence - 12-19 y/o

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What age group is characterized by Intimacy vs Isolation?

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Young Adulthood (19-35 y/o)

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What age group is characterized by Generativity vs Stagnation?

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Middle Adulthood (35-65 y/o)

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What age group is characterized by Ego Integrity vs Despair?

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Late Adulthood (>65 y/o)

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What is the primary goal of a reminiscing group for residents of a LT care facility?

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Provides environment for social interaction and companionship

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What sign is associated with hypocalcemia?

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Trousseau’s sign - indicative of neuromuscular hyperreflexia

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What manifestations are associated with hypercalcemia?

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Constipation, depressed reflexes, decreased muscle strength

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What labs may be noted with bacterial meningitis?

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CSF cloudy and increased WBCs

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What labs may be noted with viral meningitis?

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CSF clear and increased WBCs

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What is the purpose of a Miller-Abbott tube?
Provides intestinal decompression; intestinal tubes often used for Tx of paralytic ileus
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What should parents be told about the accuracy of a PKU (phenylketonuria) test?
The initial specimen should be collected as close to DC as possible but not after 7 d; if collected before 24 h old, a repeat test should be done 2 wks of age
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What may be seen with Buerger's disease?
Vasculitis of vessels in upper and lower ext - digital sensitivity to cold, intermittent claudication
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What is the best method to use when evaluating the effectiveness of tracheal suctioning?
Auscultation of chest for changes or clearing of adventitious breath sounds
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What is an important consideration in care of NB with FAS?
Replace vitamins depleted as result of poor maternal diet, esp. vitamin B complex (CNS Fx)
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What will the skin of a pt with Addison's Dz look like?
Darker skin that is more pigmented b/c increased MSH
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What is an indication of intestinal obstruction?
Distended and painful abdomen
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When is best time to start toilet training a child?
24 mo - able to achieve daytime bladder control
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What is the highest priority when caring for pt with hypoparathyroidism?
Dealing with cardiac dysrhythmias b/c hypocalcemia
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What is the purpose of continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)?
Prevents formation of clots that can lead to obstruction and spasm in the postop TURP pt - Enables urine to keep flowing
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When does a pt with an adjustment disorder/reactive depression have the highest physical and psychic energy?
In the morning hours
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What is the earliest sign of an obstructed urinary catheter?
Bladder distention
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What manifestations would be noted if TPN were abruptly DC'd?
Insulin levels remain high while glucose levels decline; results in hypoglycemia (diaphoresis, confusion, tachycardia); will also see restlessness, HA, weakness, irritability, apprehension, lack of muscle coordination
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When will pain occur if pt has a gastric ulcer?
1/2 - 1 hr p meal, unrelieved by ingestion of food
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When will the pain occur if pt has a duodenal ulcer?
2-3 hr p meal, prior to ingestion of food, often during night; relieved by ingestion of food
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Why does N/V occur during 1st Tmx?
B/C increased estrogen, progesterone, and hCG
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What is an early sign of hypoxia/respiratory distress?
Tachypnea, restlessness, anxious - tachycardia occurs in early resp distress
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What is the most important consideration for the pt with myasthenia gravis?
Increased muscle fatigue, esp toward the end of the day
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What manifestations are noted in Mania?
agitation, grandiose delusions, euphoria, difficulty concentrating
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What is the problem with Meniere's syndrome?
Vertigo attacks - stand directly in front, avoid shifting positions
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What is most reliable assessment to determine effectiveness of diuretic therapy?
Daily wts
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What is the purpose of play therapy?
children have difficulty putting feelings into words; play is how they express themselves
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How long does an MRI usually take?
90 min
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In preparing for an IVP, which medication should be DC'd 48 h prior to proc?
Metformin (Glucophage), b/c contrast media can cause life-threatening lactic acidosis
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What symptoms are noted in DI?
Signs of dehydration, increased UO, low SG
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What manifestations are noted in low intestinal obstruction?
N/V, abd distention - distention occurs above level of obstruction and initially hypoactive BS; no stool
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After a lumbar laminectomy, what muscles need to be strengthened?
Abdominal - contributes to supporting lumbar spine
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When assessing orientation of an elderly pt, what principle should be noted by the nurse?
The stress of an unfamiliar environment may cause confusion
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What manifestations are noted with Cushing's syndrome?
Thin ext (b/c wt loss in legs) with easy bruising, BP increases, wt gain in general, K+ decreases
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What occurs in 65% of AIDS pts?
Dementia - cognitive confusion and disorientation
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Removal of a cataract allows for correction of refraction for what type of vision?
Distant vision
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What signifies liver involvement?
Yellow casting - jaundice
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What is an important post-Wilm's tumor assessment?
Measure abd girth - assesses size of tumor
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What is the purpose of a non-stress test for a pregnant client?
The non-stress test is looking for the baby's heart beat to increase with activity. A favorable result is 2 or more FHR accelerations of 15 bpm lasting 15 sec over 20 min interval
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What is an important consideration when preparing for a bone scan?
Drink lots of fluids between tracer injection and test - time interval 1-3 h; fluids maintain hydration and decrease radiation dose to bladder; void immediately before scan to prevent distention
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Considerations for crutches
Support wt on hand pieces, 8-10 inches in front with each step, arms at 35 degree angle
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Hemorrhoidectomy concern
Lower abd enlarged and dull on percussion - poss. Urinary retention. Occurs b/c closeness of bladder to surgical site and occurrence of rectal spasms and anorectal tenderness; catheterization to empty bladder
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Phototherapy Considerations
Eye patches; loose, green stools and increased UO reflect increased excretion of bilirubin and are possible minor SE; turn off lights to draw blood
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Low back pain positioning
HOB elevated 45 degrees and knees moderately flexed - relieves pressure on sciatic nerve and disk
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What is noted in scoliosis?
Asymmetry or prominence of rib cage and scapulae, curvature of spine; Tx is bracing and spinal fusion surgery
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What are the manifestations of ALS?
Dysphagia and aspiration, fatigue while talking, tongue atrophy, weakness of arms and hands, fasciculations of face, retains bowel and bladder Fx
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Dumping syndrome considerations
Decrease CHO; undigested food is dumped into jejunum, resulting in distention, cramping, pain, diarrhea 30-60 min p eating; causes diaphoresis, diarrhea, and hypotension; eat small frequent meals, increase fat and protein, lie down after eating to delay gastric emptying; avoid high-fiber, no fluids 1 h a, 2 h p meals
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Risks for prostate cancer
Age >50, African American, occupation (urban areas and industrial)

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