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Cystic fibrosis nutrition

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Nutritional deficiencies so include in diet extra dairy, fat, protein and salt.

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Bedwetting child

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Collect UA first to rule out UTI! Rule out physiological information before psychosocial

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What is pertussis?

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This is a childhood disease WITH A VACCINE. It has reemerged because not all kids are vaccinated
Also known as whooping cough!

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What is viral meningitis and what are the precautions

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Meninges infection (thin layer covering brain)
Use standard precautions!
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What does a negative and positive pressure room do?

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Negative pressure room keeps air IN

Positive pressure room keeps air OUT

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Immunosuppressed patient should be in a positive or negative pressure room?

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Positive

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Airborne diseases are kept in a positive or negative pressure room?

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Negative

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What is tetralogy of fallot?

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It is a dysfunctioned heart. Combination of 4 congenital abnormalities
Causes poor blood/O2 circulation leading to SOB and blue tinged skin

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CPR for infants

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  • Place pt on firm, flat surface
  • Use 2 fingers to do compressions
  • Give compressions @ rate of 100-120 per minute
  • Compressions about 1/3 anterior-posterior diameter of chest
  • Compression to ventilation rate is 30:2
  • Time to give breaths does not take longer than 10 sec
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Abdominal guarding

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Tensing of abdominal wall muscles to guard inflamed organs
INVOLUNTARY! A sign your body is trying to protect itself from pain. This is a symptom of a very serious, life threatening condition

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What is tenesmus?

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Urge to move bowels even if emptied

Common symptom of ulceritive colitis

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What is a liver biopsy? What is a potential complication

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Removing tissue from liver for diagnostic purposes. A potential complication is pneumothorax

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What is a bronchoscopy? What is an expected finding post-op?

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Dr. Inserts thin tube with light into lungs to examine. An expected finding is pink tinged mucus from sore throat with small amounts of blood

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Diet for patient with cirrhosis

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NO ALCOHOL!

Calculate Na intake to avoid fluid volume excess. Low Na diet!

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What data should be collected for patient with hematemesis

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Assess for SHOCK! Check vitals!

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S/S of shock

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DECREASED BP, Increased HR, thready rapid pulse
Cold/clammy skin, decreased UA,
Decreased LOC, SOB

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What is PTT and PT? Normal range?

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PTT monitors efficacy of HEPARIN
Range: 30-40 sec
PT monitors efficacy of WARFARIN
Range: 11-13.5 sec

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Normal hemoglobin for men, women, pregnant?

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Men: 13.5-17.5
Women: 12.0-15.5
Pregnant: 11.5 would be normal

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Rheumatoid arthritis to know

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Autoimmune disease!
Protect client by restricting visitors with illness
Body attacks synovium - lining of membranes surrounding joints
No cure, treatment to relieve symptoms
Dexamethasone is common drug used. Treats severe inflammation

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COPD diet

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Nutritious diet to avoid weight loss!
Eat small, frequent, high calorie meals.
High protein and fiber
1-2% milk to avoid increased mucus production

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Pancreatitis signs

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“Cullen’s Sign” - bruising around umbilicus indicating internal bleeding
Pain can cause tachycardia
Fever from inflammation
Pain in mid-gastric area radiating to back
Onset SUDDEN AND SEVERE!

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Trousseau Sign

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Elicited in Hypocalcemia

Hand contracts when BP cuff is inflated

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Late stages of rheumatoid arthritis

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  • Effusion to knees - Water in knees. Look puffy and feel soft
  • Swan neck deformity - in fingers. Distal joint is permanently bent toward palm
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Nodules on elbows
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Iron deficient anemia teaching

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  • Consume iron rich foods
  • Notify healthcare provider of glossitis (inflammation of tongue), anorexia, and paresthesia
  • Iron is needed for RBC development
  • Dilute liquid iron with water or juice. It stains teeth
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Ebola virus transmission and precautions
- Spreads through direct contact with blood or body fluids. From people or contaminated inanimate objects - Wear PPE - gown, apron, boot covers. N95 MASK
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Gastric reflux position
Reverse trandelenburg! promotes gastric emptying and prevents esophageal reflux.
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What is cystitis and s/s
Inflammation of bladder | Incontinence, urgency, frequency, hematuria, nocturia
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What two diseases come from varicella virus?
Chicken pox and shingles
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What do calcium channel blockers do?
Help relax the muscles in walls of vessels
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What counteracts extrapyramidal side effects?
Benztropine Mesylate | Also used to treat parkinson's
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What is biofeedback?
Progressive muscle relaxation with use of electrodes placed on chest
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TSH normal values
0.4-4.0
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What is Akathisia?
Restlessness, nervous energy
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Tardive Dyskinesia
Involuntary movement of tongue, chewing movement of mouth, lip smacking
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Akinesia
Lack of movement
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Bradykinesia
Slow movement
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Dystonia
Upward gaze of eyes
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How long do you wait between puffs from inhaler?
1 minute
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``` Normal lab values for Potassium Sodium Calcium Magnesium ```
K 3.5-5 Na 135-145 Ca 9.0-10.5 Mg 1.3-2.1
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What is the action of sodium polystyrene sulfonate?
Reduce K
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Low sodium diet inclues:
Pork, salad, fresh fruit, lean meat. | NO instant pudding, tomato juice, pizza
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Plaster leg cast takes how long to dry
24-48 hours. Do not cover with blanket!
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Pernicious anemia
Autoimmune disorder! Lack of B12 | Symptoms: Smooth, red tongue, burning feeling in feet, lightheaded, dyspnea on exertion, slow reflexes
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How to use AED's What is synchronized cardioversion mode?
1. Apply pads to bare skin 2. Continue CPR until advised to deliver shock 3. Stop CPR while machine analyzes rhythm 4. Shout "clear" prior to activating shock button Synchronized cardioversion mode is used when converting erratic rhythms to normal sinus rhythms
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What is a mediterranean diet?
Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat diary products, poultry, fish, legumes, nuts, limits sweets and red meats
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Symptom of a stomach ulcer that is bleeding
Coffee ground emesis
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What is scotoma?
Partial loss of vision or blind spot
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What is movement agnosia?
Inability to recognize movement of an object
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What are signs of injury to the occipital region
Scotoma and movement agnosia
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Nutrition for burn patients
Vitamin C and protein to promote wound healing | Electrolyte drinks do not have protein just FYI
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What is pyelonephritis?
Infection of renal pelvis and kidney - Monitor for dark, cloudy, foul smelling urine - Strict I's and O's - Increase fluid to flush out bacteria - Levofloxacin is an antibiotic... increases phototoxicity. Avoid direct sunlight and tanning beds. Use suncreen - Monitor for hypotension, tachycardia, fever
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Tylenol contraindications
Warfarin - inhibits warfarin metabolism. Causes to accumulate in toxic levels Liver disease or alcohol consumption
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Normal liver lab values
ALT: 7-55 units/L AST: 8-48 units/L Bilirubin: 0.1-1.2 mg/dl
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Common NSAIDS
Ketorolac (Toradol) Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Naproxen Sodium (Anaprox, Aleve) Meloxicam (Mobic)
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NSAID contraindications
Pregnancy, asthma, hepatic disease, peptic ulcer disease
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Drop factor units
gtts/mL
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How to decontaminate a client involved in a chemical exposure
Remove clothing FIRST, then complete flushing with water, then wrap pt in sheet or protective cover
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Removal of PPE order
1. Remove GLOVES and wash hands 2. Remove protective eyewear 3. Remove gown
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S/S of pulmonary TB
Weight loss, anorexia, fatigue, bloody sputum, diaphoresis during sleep (night sweats)
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Pt with concussion should report this to the provider
Difficulty waking up, vomiting, blurry vision, increasing pain
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Chronic emphysema What is it? S/S
Gradual damage to lung tissue Thinning and destruction of alveoli or air sacs Creates large air spaces instead of many small ones The alveoli then lose elasticity and the patient has trouble breathing S/S: clubbing, increased anteroposterior diameter, use of accessory muscles, breathlessness
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Blood transfusion signs of adverse reactions
Lower back pain is a sign of an acute hemolytic reaction This occurs when donor blood is incompatible with the recipient This is the most dangerous and potentially life threatening reaction
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Assigning UAP random about vitals
UAP should not be assigned to obtain vitals on an unstable patient
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Fluoxetine
SSRI - regulates serotonin levels in the brain | Antidepressant
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Aplastic anemia
Client at risk for bleeding! Most life threatening... use soft toothbrush or swab for mouth care This is where the body fails to produce blood cells in sufficient numbers - deficiency of all blood types
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Presbyopia begins at what age
40's
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Anomia
Cannot name objects Early sign of alzheimers NEVER NORMAL
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Apraxia
Unable to perform purposeful movements
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INR
Increased INR means patient has potential for decreased clotting and bleeding Normal: 2-3
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Chorioamnionitis
Intra amniotic infection that is not contagious | Inflammation of fetal membrane
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Proper foot care for pt with diabetes
Cut toes straight across, not round | Do not wash with harsh chemicals such as betadine
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Sign of digoxin toxicity
Vision problems
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Reason why infant should not have MMR vaccine
Known allergies to Gelatin
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Acute cholecystitis | S/S
Occurs when bile is trapped in gallbladder | S/S: Fever, chills, N/V, rigidity of upper R abdomen, decreased appetite
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Thyroidectomy diet
Soft diet post surgery
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Hypothyroidism S/S
Decreased sensitivity to cold, dry skin, anorexia, fatigue, weight gain, constipation
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Assault
An act that results in a person's genuine fear and apprehension that he or she will be touched without consent
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Battery
Unconsented touching of another person
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Kava-Kava
Can cause liver damage. Consult with provider
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome | S/S
Adverse reaction to antipsychotic drugs MEDICAL EMERGENCY! S/S: Fever, altered mental status, muscle rigidity, autonomic dysfunction, tachycardia, tachypnea, diaphoresis, coma
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Guaiac test | Foods that affect this test
Looks for hidden blood in stool | Raw broccoli, red meats, turnip greens, cantaloupe, radish and horseradish
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Thyroidectomy complications
Positive chvostek's sign - hypocalcemia - abnormal reaction to stimulation of facial nerve
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Signing the consent form
Signing as a witness implies that the client willingly signed Must be over 18, do not have to be an RN
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Pantoprazole
PPI - treats stomach and esophagus problems
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Methylprednisolone What it does Side effect
Steroid that treats inflammation or severe allergies | Side effect: peptic ulcer
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Phenytoin
anticonvulsant for seizures
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Trousseau sign
Indication of hypocalemia. Hand spasms during BP
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Hypothyroidism
Increase fiber to help with constipation | Popcorn is a good source of fiber
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Diabetes insipidus lab values (Diuresis inspidus)
Decreased specific gravity | Increased sodium and hemoglobin
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Normal WBC count
5,000-10,000
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Somogyi effect
BS decreases at night, increases in the AM. When insulin decreases BS too much it can trigger a release of hormones that rebound BS and cause to increase insulin
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PTCA post op
Client must remain in bed for 4 hours. At risk for hemorrhage
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Cholinergic crisis
``` Common cause is overdose of treatment drugs from myasthenia gravis DUMBELLS Diarrhea and abd cramping Urination increases Miosis (pinpoint pupils) Bradycardia Emesis Lacrimation Lethargy Salivation ```
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ANC (Absolute neutrophil count)
<500 = severe neutropenia | Leads to risk for infection and sepsis!
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Pt on clear liquids post op
Shouldn't last longer than 3 days! Puts them at risk for nutritional deficiencies.
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Magnesmium regulation
GI absorption and renal excretion! | Example: Hypermagnesmia comes secondary to renal insufficiency
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Petroleum jelly
Combustible substance, so do not use with O2 therapy!
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Gastric residual volume
If high, check again in 1 hr. If still high, then determine reason. Always 2 checks 1 hour apart! (High is around 250 ml's or so)
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Syncope
Fainting or sudden temporary loss of consciousness
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Peritoneal dialysis
WARM effluent 2000 to 2500 mL is instilled over 30 min Returned fluid should be CLEAR Sweet taste may be experienced
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Therapeutic digoxin levels
0.5-2 ng/ml
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Ferrous sulfate (iron)
Causes constipation and GI upset
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Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
Antihistamine - Treats hay fever and allergy symptoms
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Lab values WBC Platelet RBC
WBC: 5,000-10,000 Platelet: 150,000-400,000 RBC: Female 4.2-5.2 Male 4.7-6.1
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Contact precautions
MRSA, VRE, Diarrheal Illnesses, open wounds, RSV
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Airborne precautions
TB, Measles, Varicella Neg pressure room Wear N95 mask
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Droplet precautions
Pneumonia, Influenza, Whooping Cough, Bacterial meningitis
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LPN scope of practice
Can COLLECT data on admit, but RN has to verify and cosign to complete it Can MONITOR a PCA pump but cannot initiate or administer medication Cannot do IVP (push)
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R sided HF S/S
Anorexia, ascites, hepatomegaly | All due to fluid buildup in abdomen
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Kosher diet
No dairy and meat in the same meal Steak okay if not bloody Fish okay except for shellfish No pork
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B vitamins
Help reduce risk of peripheral neuropathy!
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Neologism
Invention of new words by psychotic patient
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Echopraxia
Imitation of movement
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Depersonalization
Feelings of unreality "my heart is solid and my veins have turned to stone"
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Ginseng
An herb that improves mental and physical abilities
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Barbiturates
CNS depressors | They slow respiratory rate
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Clang association
Rhyming and alliteration
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Perseveration
Repeatings same word or idea
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Early sign of hypoxia
Restlessness
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Precautions for cleaning and changing foot ulcer drsg in diabetic patient
Sterile gloves!!!

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