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PNA clinical diagnosis

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-S/S on assessment: wheezing, productive cough (bacterial- purulent), Scant cough (viral) fever, dyspnea, chills, malaise, confusion in elderly.
-Diagnostic Tests: CXR (infiltrates), WBC w/diff (leukocytosis, shift to the left)
-(+) sputum for C&S
-usually follows some other respiratory infection/flu.

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Nursing management: PNA

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-VS/pulse ox regularly and trend
-lung auscultation
-supplemental O2 ordered (>95%)
-pulm toilet/IS
-Increase fluid intake (IVF or PO)
-Ambulation
-Energy conservation
-DRUG therapy (analgesics for pleuritic pain, ABX for bacterial, antipyretics for fever).
Teaching: PNA vaccine/FLU vaccine, stay healthy.
-strict adherence to hygiene.
-pneumococcal vaccine.

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Emphysema

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Alveolar damage- alveoli are over-inflated/stretched out –> impaired gas exchange.

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Chronic bronchitis

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excessive secretion production.

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COPD characteristic features

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Increased AP diameter (1:1) due to hyperinflation
Breath sounds decreased, wheezing, rales, rhonchi
Prolonged expiration (having to push it out).
Adv disease: PLB’ing, neck vein distention, peripheral edema (pulm HTN), cachexia (malnourished).

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COPD nursing related problems

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activity intolerance, SOB, ineffective breathing pattern (too fast, too slow, shallow, deep), ineffective airway clearance (congestion and can’t expectorate), impaired gas exchange, anxiety, poor nutritional status.
-Target O2 88-92%
-Tripod positioning
-huff cough technique
-energy conservation.

**O2 should never be withheld…

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COPD nursing implications

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-Smoking cessation
-teach flu/PNA vaccine
-Teach early detection of respiratory infections
-Inhaler therapy

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Medications for Bacterial PNA:

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-Macrolides: azithromycin & erythromycin
-Penicillin: Amoxicillin
-cephalosporin: Cefepime
-IVF to thin secretions
-Tylenol for antipyretic needs.
-neb treatment
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Medications for emphysema:

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-Bronchodilators- Salmeterol, albuterol for rescue only.
-Corticosteroids: Budesonide (inhaled)
-ABX (if you have bacterial inf or acute bronchitis)
-smoking cessation therapies
-Selective PD4 inhibitor: Roflumilast (anti-inflammatory to prevent exacerbations)

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Diagnostic testing/Labs for emphysema

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-Lung function tests, CXR, CT scan, spirometry

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Treatment for Pleural Effusion:

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-Thoracentesis-needle into the pleural space to remove pleural fluid. Before: RN gets signed consent, upright on elbows over bedside table to open intercostal spaces. Instruct pt not to talk. After: CXR, assess for hypoxia/pneumothorax
-Chest tube

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Central Venous Catheter

(advantages)

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TPN
Chemotherapy
Long -term antibiotic use
loss of peripheral access

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Nursing implications for Anemia:

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-monitor labs (CBC, serum iron, serum transferrin/serum ferritin)
-Monitor signs of hypoxia (decreased O2 in blood).
-Monitor VS & O2 (may administer O2)
-Assess neuro status (B12)
-provide rest periods.
-Keep warm
-Blood transfusion (PRBC) if severe.

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Central Venous Catheters (CVC)

Types

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Non-tunneled
Tunneled
Implanted Ports
Peripherally-inserted
central catheter

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NON-TUNNELED CVC

“deep lines”

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Subclavian (SC)
Internal Jugular (IJ)

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Tunneled CVC

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Hickman
Groshong
Broviac

“Hungry Groundhogs Burrow”

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What does an acute asthma attack patient look like?

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-Severe wheezing, SOB, coughing that wont stop, chest tightening, pale/sweaty face, tachypnea (30RR), use of accessory muscles & tachycardia (HR 120)

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Medication for Acute Asthma Attack

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Bronchodilator: Albuterol (short-acting B2)

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Non-tunneled CVC

FACTS

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inserted by HCP pr specially trained RN
1-5 ports; 710 in long
Tip located in superior vena cava
CXR post -procedure
used for short term - emergency, trauma, critical care, surgery

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Non- tunneled CVC

Complications

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bleeding
air embolus
pneumothorax
CLABSI

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Signs of FVE

HF/Renal patient

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  • Increased BP
  • Bounding pulse
  • Increased central venous pressure
  • dyspnea-crackles, SOB (pulm edema)
  • S3 heart sound
  • jugular vein distention
  • water weight gain
  • pitting edema
  • hyponatremia
  • Hyponatermia- think change in mental status
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Non- tunneled CVC

RN care

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Removed by RN
-check INR if on anticoag
- gather supplies (sterile suture removal kit, sterile & clean gloves, occlusive dressing, measure tape)
- Explain procedure (supine or trendelenburg, Valsalva maneuver
- apply pressure x 3-5 minutes
- apply occlusive dressing
- measure length of catheter (may culture tip)

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Tunneled CVC

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placed in OR
used when infusion therapy is frequent and prolonged (even years)
Adv- stability and does not require needle sticks
Disadv- Prolonged break in skin integrity
Removed by HCP

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Signs of FVD

Dehydrated

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  • Tachycardia, but weak/thready pulse
  • postural hypotension (BP initially shoots up, then drops)
  • restless, drowsy, confused
  • dry mucous membranes
  • cold, clammy skin
  • decreased urine output
  • increased RR
  • weight loss
  • Dry skin
  • Hypernatremia-think change in mental status.
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Tunneled CVC | complications
catheter damage occlusion thrombosis sepsis
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Tunneled CVC | RN care
irrigation protocol varies - may or may not require heparin (know agency policy ) Site care- per agency policy
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Implanted Ports | FACTS
-for patients who require IV therapy >a year -considered "semi-permanent" -Placed in the OR - catheter attached to a port which is placed in SQ tissue pocket on chest wall -Closed incision post- procedural -Uses Huber needle for punctures -Removed by HCP
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GLU
Normal: 70-100 Increase: DM, stress, steroid use, IVF w/dextrose, diet, chronic renal failure, infection. Decrease: NPO, insulin overdose.
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How many punctures can an Implanted port receive?
Chest port = 2000 punctures Upper arm port= 750 punctures
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Implanted Ports | Complications
catheter occlusion
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Implanted Ports | RN care
site care - none when not accessed Change Huber needle weekly Clean/dress -per hospital protocol
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PICC line | FACTS
placed at bedside by certified RN, HCP, radiologist Duration 3-12 months placed at antecubital fossa; basilic or cephalic vein Tip is placed in the superior vena cava or right atrium
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PICC line | Complications
lower complication rate than CVC -less microorganisms on arm -less insertion complications Phlebitis Catheter occlusion
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PICC line | RN care
NO BP's or blood draws site care- per agency protocol (includes swabbing all capps with alcohol , dressing changed- day after, than every other wednesday- UK) Removed by RN - sit/ lay down - hold arm below heart, bear down while withdrawaling - withdrawl slowly and relax catheter after each inch- DO NOT pull catheter if vein spasms measure length of catheter
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BUN
Normal: 10-20 Increase: Renal/kidney disease, dehydration (false high), CHF, MI, increase protein intake/tube feeding. IF BUN is high and Cr is not, check H&H for possible GI bleed (blood is rich in protein). Decrease: Overhydration (false), liver failure, malnutrition.
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Cr
Normal: 0.5-1.2 Increase: RENAL FAILURE- most reliable indicator of kidney disease. Decrease: somone who does not have much muscle to break down (malnourishment, muscle atrophy, debilitation).
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K+
Normal: 3.5-5.0 Increase: Renal failure/kidney disease (K+ is not getting excreted by kidneys), increased intake, dehydration. Decrease: Decreased intake, diuretics, vomit/diarrhea, increase urine output, burns, insulin. Think CARDIAC DYSRHYTHMIAS
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Na
Normal: 135-145 Increase: Increased intake, dehydration, hypertonic tube feeds w/o free water, DM, insensible loss: sweat, increased RR. Decrease: Decreased intake, FVE/3rd spacing, diuretics, V/D, renal insufficiency, HF, AKI, cirrhosis
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Ca
Normal: 9.0-10.5 Increase: Hyperparathyroidism, increased intake, malignancy (paraneal plastic disorder), Vit D supplement. Decrease: Renal failure-->renal osteodystrophy, parathyroid def/removed, increased phos, VitD def, malnutrition, muliple blood transfusions.
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H&H RBC
Hgb: men 14-18; women 12-16 HCT: men 42-52% women 37-47% Increase: polycythemia vera, dehydration, COPD Decreased: hemorrhage, chemo, renal disease, dietary insufficiency.
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Platelets
Increased: polycythemia vera, RA, iron deficiency, infection, malignancy. Decreased: hemorrhage, chemo, infection.
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PT/INR
Increased: liver disease, warfarin use.
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PTT Anti Xa
Increased: clotting deficiency, cirrhosis, Heparin use.
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Treatment for high K+ hyperkalemia
* Stop intake * loop/HCTZ diuretics * dialysis (really high) * temporary fixes: IV insulin/dextrose, polystyrene sulfonate, if acidic-->sodium bicarb Monitor EKG
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Treatment for decreased K+ Hypokalemia
* Increase med intake (oral or IV) * Increase PO intake: apricot, orange, prune, dried fruit, peanut butter, beans, broc, potato, chocolate. yogurt, bran, nuts, avacado. * IV KCL--> never IV PUSH!!!!!!!! always dilute. * hypokalemia precipitates digitoxicity (digoxin).
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Treatment for Increased Na Hypernatremia
* Dilute the Na with fluids (hypotonic) SLOWLY * Remove/decrease Na from diet * Monitor serum sodium/osmolality
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Treatment for decreased Na Hyponatremia
* If mild, restrict fluids & loop diuretics * Acute (Na around 120): small amounts of Hypertonic IVF (NS 3%) slowly over 24-48 hours (cerebral edema) * Seizure precautions as needed/safe environement.
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Nursing implications for CKD:
* Excess fluid volume: r/t kidneys inability to excrete fluid. -Monitor for FVE, weigh daily, fluid restrictions. * Malnourishment: pt does not feel like eating & is in a hyper metabolic state. -Monitor for N/V, weight trends, serum protein levels, H&H and offer desirable foods. * Risk for injury: r/t alteration in bone structure Irenal osterodystrophy) -Monitor electrolyte levels, administer prescribed supplements- calcium, Vit D * Address grieving: involve family and offer community resources. * Risk for infection: suppressed immune system. -limit visitors, monitor for s/s of infection, aseptic tech for for line mgmt. * Activity intolerance: need rest time. - can admin erythropoietin monitor H&H.
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Drugs not to give to CKD patients secondary to nephrotoxicity:
NSAIDS aminogycocydes: Gentamycin

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