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What is disease

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Diagnosed and treated as prescribed by a HCP

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The response of a person to a disease <6 months

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Stage 1 - experiencing symptoms Stage 2 - Assuming sick role Stage 3 - Assuming dependent role Stage 4 - Achieving recovery and rehabilitation

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1. Experiencing symptoms 2. Sick role 3. Dependent role 4. Achieving recovery and rehab

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Poverty Race Insurance Mental health Education Disabilities Age/ access to health Gender Sexual orientation PRIME DAGS

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Environment Living conditions Family Lifestyle Work Sex Age Genetics Education/Experience Elf lifestyle work & sage

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Self Actualization Self Esteem Love & belonging Safety & security Physiologic needs

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Oxygen, water, food, elimination, temperature, sexuality, physical activity and rest. They are the most basic in hierarchy of needs. Most essential to life and have highest priority. Oxygen is the most essential of all needs. ABCs ( Air, Breathing, & Circulation)

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Safety and security needs come next in priority and have both physical and emotional components Physical - Protected from potential or actual harm. Emotional- involves trusting others and being free of fear, anxiety and apprehension.

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Often called a higher level need. They include understanding and acceptance of others in both giving and receiving love. Feeling of belonging to groups such as families, peers, friends, a neighborhood and community. If unmet, a patient feels isolated and lonely

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Includes the need for a person to feel good about themselves. To feel pride and a sense of accomplishment, and to believe that others also respect and appreciate those accomplishments. Nurses can help meet patients' self esteem needs by respecting values and beliefs.

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Highest level of hierarchy includes the need for people to meet their full potential.

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Primary Secondary Tertiary

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addresses the needs of healthy patients to promote health and prevent disease with specific protections

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focuses on early identification of individuals or communities experiencing illness, providing treatment, and conducting activities that are geared to prevent a worsening health status

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aims to prevent the long-term consequences of a chronic illness or disability and to support optimal functioning

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developed to describe nursing, the purpose of describing, explaining , predicting, and controlling desired outcomes of nursing care practices.

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to examine carefully or to check/search again

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encompasses research to improve the care of people in the clinical setting as well as the broader study of people and the nursing profession, including studies of education, policy development, ethics and nursing history.

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a problem-solving approach to making clinical decisions, using the best evidence available

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1: Ask a question about a clinical area of interest or an intervention use PICOT format 2- Collect the most relevant and best evidence to answer the question. 3-Critically evaluate the evidence 4: Integrate the evidence- with clinical expertise, pt preferences and values in making a decision to change 5: Evaluate the practice decision or change ACE IE

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Being - recognizing oneself as separate and individual Belonging - being part of a whole Becoming - growing and developing Befitting - making personal choices to befit oneself for the future

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Nurses evaluate oxygenation (skin color, VS, anxiety levels) Assess nutritional status through weight, muscle mass, lab values, and strength Monitor intake and elimination of fluids.

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Proper hand hygiene and admin medications knowledgeably

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Encouraging spiritual practices to provide strength and support Allowing as much decision making and control as possible.

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Nursing interventions include family and friends visiting patient Establishing a nurse patient relationship based on understanding and trust Referring patients to specific support groups

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Respecting their values and beliefs Encouraging patient to set attainable goals Facilitating support from fam

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Focusing on patient strengths and possibilities rather than problems Providing sense of direction and hope Provide teaching that is aimed at maximizing potentials.

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Social support system Community healthcare structure Environmental factor Economic resources SCEE

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made up of all the people who will help meet financial, personal, physical and emotional needs. (Family, friends, and neighbors provide the best social support within a community) (additionally: church and organizations)

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the size and location of the community often determine what services are available; aswell as county and state funding Rural residents may need to travel further distances to receive care. Urban residents have access to public transportation and a variety of healthcare options.

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personal finances and healthcare insurance

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the community environment in which a person lives and works can either have helpful or harmful effects on health. - Air and water quality differs across communities - Large urban areas are often affected by air pollution - Smaller communities are at risk for water pollution from run-off of chemicals or livestock waste. - Lack of transportation; distance to services; location of services

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Blended QSEN

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Nurses aim to design and manage each patient's care scientifically, holistically, and creatively. To do this nurses need many cognitive, technical, interpersonal, and ethical/ legal competencies. (In most instances, nurse actions require all 4 competencies) Cognitive and technical competencies equip nurses to manage clinical problems stemming from the patients changing health or illness state Interpersonal and ethical skills are essential for nurses concerned about the patients broader well being.

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critical thinking- a systematic way to form and shape one's thinking. Not accepting information at face value Examine assumptions, evaluate evidence, and uncover underlying values and reason

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Good with their hands”. Familiarize yourself with new equipment. Practice necessary skills until you feel confident in your ability, before performing it on a patient.

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Interpersonal: promoting the dignity and respect of patients as people and establishing a caring relationship. -“you are a person of worth, and i care about you” -Be sensitive about what your looks, speech and touch to communicate to patients and colleagues -Direct the conversation

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examining one's sense of accountability being attentive and responsive to the healthcare needs of patients. This earns the patients trust that “all will be well”

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The QSEN project is to meet the challenge of preparing future nurses, who will have the knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs), necessary to continuously improve the quality and safety of the health care systems within which they work.

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ways of thinking about patient care issues (determining, preventing, and managing patient problems)

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refers to the result (outcome) of critical thinking or clinical reasoning the conclusion, decision, or opinion you make

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Interpersonal Dynamic Outcome-oriented Universally applied Systematic IDOUS

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is performed shortly after the patient is admitted to a healthcare facility or service. Purpose: to establish a complete database for problem identification and care planning

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the nurse gathers data about a specific problem that has already been identified. Purpose: routinely part of ongoing data collection/ to identify new or overlooked problems. Quick priority assessments (QPAs): short, focused, prioritized assessments you do to gain the most important information you need to have first. (These are important because they can “flag” existing problems and risks

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performed to identify life-threatening problems when a patient presents with a physiologic or psychological crisis. Examples: assessing the source of a choking hazard, blood loss from a stab wound, ABCs on an unresponsive patient, the potential for immediate harm from an individual threatening violence.

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is scheduled to compare a patient's current status to a baseline data obtained earlier. Examples: Reassessments

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baseline data. Allows to make judgment about persons health status. Ex. health history

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observable and measurable data that can be seen, heard, felt, or measured by someone other than the person experiencing them. What you can measure.

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information perceived only by the affected person (patient). Cannot be perceived or verified by another person. What the patient tells you.

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Actual or potential health problems that can be prevented or resolved by independent nursing intervention Written to describe patient problems or issues that nurses can treat independently within the nurses scope. I.e: activity, pain and comfort, and tissue integrity/ percussion problems

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identify diseases; where as nursing diagnosis focus on unhealthy responses to health and illness Describe problems for which the physician or advanced practice nurse directs the primary treatment; Remains the same for as long as the disease is present; where as nursing diagnosis may change day to day

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certain physiologic complications that nurses monitor to detect onset or changes in status

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PROBLEM (NANDA nursing diagnosis) “related to” ETIOLOGY “as evidenced by” DESCRIBING CHARACTERISTICS”

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performed by the nurse with the admission nursing history and the physical assessment

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carried out by any nurse who interacts with the patient

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best carried out by the nurse who has worked most closely with the patient and family

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-Reassessing the Patient and Reviewing the Plan of Care -Using Patient Boards or Whiteboards -Clarifying Prerequisite Nursing Competencies -Planning Ahead and Organizing Resources -Anticipating Unexpected Outcomes and Situations -Ensuring Quality and Patient Safety: Preventing Errors and Omissions -Promoting Self-Care: Teaching, Counseling, and Advocacy -Assisting Patients to Meet Health Outcomes A PURE CAP

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COGNITIVE PSYCHOMOTOR AFFECTIVE PSYIOLOGIC

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Outcome met. Parents discussed some infant problems related to feeding, elimination, and illness and reported appropriate community resources to contact. The parents understand & have knowledge of the infants problems

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Outcome partially met. Both parents correctly demonstrated safe techniques for holding, dressing and bathing baby. Mother is still concerned that the baby is not getting enough milk. Revision: Continue to spend time with mother and infant during feeding — provide positive reinforcement

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Outcome partially met. Except for concern about breastfeeding, both parents expressed feeling comfortable and eager to care for their son at home.

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Outcome met. Parents’ report of baby’s weight gain and behavior indicates good parenting skills.

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Infectious agent Reservoir Portal of exit Means of transmission – directly or indirectly Portal of entry Susceptible host

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Kissing, touching, sexual intercourse

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Vector (insect), fomite (inanimate object), respiratory droplets that adhere to dust particles 50% drop in contamination generally when fomites have been cleaned within the week, depending on cleaning method Droplet, contact, & airborne

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Respiratory / gastrointestinal & genitourinary tracts / pustules in skin / blood/tissue/exretions / open wounds / ALL mucous membranes (eyes/nose/lungs/etc)

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Humans / animals / soil / food / water / milk / fomites HUMANS & ANIMALS can be asymptomatic OR symptomatic to spread Some people do not exhibit s/s of disease (carriers) (ex. AIDS s/s do not occur for years) Ex. rabies: reservoir are animals. West nile virus: reservoir is birds & mosquitos feed on birds & transfer it to humans

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Bacteria (most significant): antibiotics ONLY effective against gram positive bacteria. Aerobic (need air) & anaerobic (no air) Viruses: smallest microorganism. Antibiotics have no effect (ex. Hep B & C, cold, AIDS) Fungi: plant like organisms (mold & yeast) athletes foot, ringworm, yeast infections Parasites: live on host & rely on it for nourishment

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Respiratory / gastrointestinal & genitourinary tracts / pustules in skin / blood/tissue/exretions

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Incubation Period Prodromal stage Full stage of illness Convalescent Period

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Interval between ‘pathogenic invasion’ of body and appearance of infection. Period of intense growing & multiplying of pathogen inside host Length varies from illness (ex. Cold incubation period 1-2 days, tetanus 2-21 days)

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Person / host is most infectious during this stage Early signs & symptoms begin: fatigue, malaise, low grade fever (s/s nonspecific) Lasts Hours- days & person unaware of being contagious Infection spread to other hosts

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Presence of infection specific signs & symptoms indicates the full stage of illness Localized symptoms: limited or occur only in one body area (ex. Sore throat) Systematic symptoms: throughout the entire body (ex. Chills, fever)

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Recovery from infection, symptoms begin to fade

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Skin and mucous membranes Microbiome / Flora (skin, nose, mouth, throat, large intestine, and genitals) Inflammatory response (injuries or breaches in skin) & immune response (B-cells/T-cells) systems

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CLEAN TECHNIQUE” - does NOT try to make the environment pathogen free. It’s used in and out of medical facilities and is based on the assumption that pathogens are present everywhere procedure/practice used to reduce # of transfer of pathogens

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STERILE TECHNIQUE” - sole purpose is to completely ELIMINATE PATHOGENS from the environment!! HAND HYGIENE, levels of PPE, isolation, education, responsible behavior by nurses, safe practices – at the heart of implementation Used in the OR, labor and delivery areas, certain diagnostic testing areas, nurses use surgical asepsis at patient's bedside (IV’s, catheters, etc)

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Before touching patient Before a “clean” or aseptic procedures After body fluid exposure risk After touching patient After touching patient surroundings

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Methicillin-resistant Staph (S.aureas)

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Vanco. Intermediate-resistant S.aureas

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Vanco. Resistant s.aureas

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Vanco. Resistant enterococci

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carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae – the “NIGHTMARE bacteria”

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found in hospitals in war zones - Iraq / Afghanistan - soldiers were contracting it

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feces of immune people with C.dificile

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formerly called “Nosocomial” (term being phased out, per book) Reflects emergence of new pathogens, methods to prevent transmission of multidrug-resistant organism and CDC’s concern over bioterrorism

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Precautions used in care of all hospitalized patients regardless of diagnosis of possible infection status PPE: masks, eye protection, face shield, fluid repellent gowns during procedures with splashes

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Airborne Droplet Contact

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Pertains to tuberculosis, chickenpox, rubeola/ measles (N95) Place patient in private room with monitored negative air pressure, wear respirator when entering room, transport patient out of room ONLY when necessary, patient should wear surgical mask for transport, CDC for more specific precautions

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Pertains to rubella (German measles), mumps, diphtheria, adenovirus (Mask) Private room if available but pts door can be open, PPE upon entry and all interactions involving contact, transport patient only when necessary and with surgical mask per patient, keep visitors 3 feet from patient

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For patients who are infected or colonized by a multidrug-resistant organism - c. diff, scabies, MRSA (Mask & Gown) Private patient room if available, wear PPE when entering room and for all interactions that may involve contact in contaminated areas, change gloves after contact with infected materials, remove PPE before leaving patient’s environment and wash hands, limited movement of patient out of their room, avoid sharing patient equipment!

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Personal Preferences Health State Developmental Level Culture Socioeconomic Class Spiritual practices PHD CSS

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Question patient about: -Any past or current skin problems and changes in their skin. (e.g. rashes, lumps, itching, dryness, lesions) Recent surgeries, wounds, tattoos, or piercings When skin problems are present, ask the patient: How long have you had this problem? Does it bother you? How does it bother you? Does it itch? Have you found anything that helps relieve these symptoms?

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Note history of any oral problems and related treatments Identify any variables known to cause oral problems e.g. deficient self-care abilities, poor nutrition or excessive intake of refined sugars, family history of periodontal disease, ingestion of chemotherapeutic agents that produce oral lesions

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- are seriously ill, comatose, dehydrated , confused, depressed, or paralyzed - have mental health problems - are mouth breathers -have no oral intake of nutrition or foods (have NG tubes or oral airways in place) -Have had oral surgery

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identify patients usual hair and scalp care practices, including styling preference note any history of hair or scalp problems + possible causes of changes in distribution, texture, or amount of hair Be alert for any factors known to cause hair or scalp problems or that requires special care e.g. deficient self-care abilities, immobility, malnutrition, and treatments (chemotherapy)

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Gather info about patients normal nail and foot care practices include type of footwear worn + any history of nail or foot problems and their treatments Foot problems are common in people with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease a proactive educational approach can prevent many serious complications Identify variables known to cause nail and foot problems e.g. ulcers, lower extremity amputations Identify variables known to cause nail and foot problems e.g. deficient self-care abilities, vascular disease, arthritis, diabetes, nail biting, improper trimming , prolonged exposure to chemicals or water, trauma, ill-fitting shoes, obesity

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Know history of perineal or vaginal problems and related treatments Identify variables known to cause perineal or vaginal problems or to create a need for special care e.g. urinary or fecal incontinence an indwelling Foley catheter, childbirth, douching, rectal or genital surgery, e.g. diseases such as UTI's, diabetes, certain STI's

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Impairment of musculoskeletal system can interfere with patients ability to perform hygiene e.g. muscle weakness, decreased ROM, impaired balance, fatigue, lack of coordination

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Assisting patients with basic hygiene provides opportunity for examining patients skin Pay careful attention to cleanliness, color, texture, temperature, turgor, moisture, sensation, vascularity, and any lesions Follow These general guidelines for assessing the skin: -incorporate assessment of skin during assessment of other body systems -use a good source of light, preferably daylight -Compare bilateral parts for symmetry -use standard terminology to report and record findings -allow data obtained in nursing history to direct skin assessment -identify any variables known to cause skin problems e.g. self-care abilities, immobility, malnutrition, decreased hydration, decreased sensation, skin exposure, vascular problems , or presence of irritants

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Inspect oral cavity and surrounding structures with attention to any unusual odors While performing physical assessment of oral cavity, examine: -Lips: lumps, ulcers, lesions, edema -Buccal Mucosa: lesions, nodules, bleeding Color and surface of gums: Lesions come up bleeding, edema -Teeth: Any loose, missing, or carious teeth + note presence and condition of dentures or other orthodontic devices -Tongue: symmetry, movement, texture, and lesions Hard and Soft Palate: intactness , color, patches, lesions, and petechiae -Oropharynx: movement of uvula and condition of tonsils

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Decay of teeth with formation of cavities result from failure to remove

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invisible, destructive, bacterial film that builds up on everyone's teeth and eventually leads to destruction of tooth enamel

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a marked inflammation of the gums that also involves degeneration of the dental periosteum (tissues) and bone Symptoms include: bleeding gums; swollen, red, painful gum tissues; Receding gum lines with formation of pockets between teeth and gums; pus that appears when gums are pressed; loose teeth

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an offensive breath odor that is usually system in nature

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an inflammation of the gingiva tissue that surrounds the teeth

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Hard deposits at the gumline from build-up of plaque and dead bacteria Attacks fibers that fasten teeth to gums and eventually attacks bone -- teeth then loosen fall out

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inflammation of the oral mucosa

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inflammation of the tongue

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an alteration and dry scaling of the lips with fishers at the angles of the mouth

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May be due to dehydration, mouth breathing, alteration in salivary function, medications

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appearing as bumps or ulcers

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During eye examination, note position, alignment, and general appearance of eye eyelashes should be equally distributed and curl outward no presence of lesions, nodules, redness, swelling, crusting, flaking, excessive tearing, or discharge of eyelids check color of conjuctiva and test patients blank reflex

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note position, alignment, general appearance of the ear Pay particular attention to build up of cerumen (earwax), Dryness, crusting, or presence of any discharge or form body in canal can cause impaired hearing

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note position and general appearance, patency of nostrils, and presence of tenderness, dryness, edema, bleeding, discharge , or secretions

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Inspect texture, cleanliness , and oiliness inspect scalp for scaling, lesions, inflammation, or infection Note abnormalities such as dandruff, hair loss, or infestations

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A condition characterized by itching and flaking of the scalp

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Daily brushing and shampooing with medicated shampoo severe cases require medical attention

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Becomes potential problem when it exceeds hair growth

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a partial or complete, local or generalized, absence or loss of hair (more common in men than women) Excessive generalized hair loss may occur with infection, nutritional deficiencies, hormonal disorders, childbirth, general anesthesia, drug toxicity, chemotherapy, thyroid disease, liver disease, hepatic and renal failure, and radiation

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infestation with lice

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hair and scalp infestation

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body infestation

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infestation of shorter hairs on the body -- usually pubic or axillary

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Lice eggs that are laid on her shafts - White or light Gray and look like dandruff but cannot be brushed or shaken off the hair -frequent scratch marks on body and scalp -easily spread by contact -Two treatments usually necessary before Nets are destroyed -infested hermae be shaved -- especially when Pete Barker or axe Larry hair is infested -partners of patients with pubic infestation must be notified -Patients must finish lice tx -- Failure to complete treatment has produced lice that are now resistant to pediculosides

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Can transmit Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and Colorado tick fever Once on a person, takes move to warm and moist location -- e.g. hairline, armpit, groin disease risk is decreased if removed within 24 hours

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Examine nails and feet for intactness and cleanliness assess capillary refill and contour of nail bed inspect nail base for redness, swelling, bleeding, discharge, and tenderness inspect feet for swelling, inflammation, lesions, tenderness, or orthopedic problems

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Examine both male and female genitalia for color, lesions, masses, swelling, inflammation, excoriation (compulsive picking), tenderness, and discharge (Amount, color, odor, source) Inspect anal area for cracks, nodules, distended veins, masses, or polyps Note perennial odors

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Bathing self-care deficit-related to post operative weakness Impaired oral mucous membrane-related to dehydration and altered nutrition Impaired Social interaction- related to negative body image: acne Readiness for Enhanced Self-Care-related to oral hygiene practices

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mental health exercise lifestyle variables fatigue and stress physical health attitude and values growth and development external factors MELF-PAGE

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Involves muscle shortening and active movement. Potential benefits include increased muscle mass, tone, and strength, improved joint mobility, increased cardiac and respiratory function, increased circulation, and increased osteoblastic or bone-building activity. Ex. -Carrying out ADLs -independently performing ROM exercises -swimming, walking, jogging, and bicycling

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Involves muscle contraction without shortening (i.e., there is no movement or only minimum shortening of muscle fibers). Potential benefits are increased muscle mass, tone, strength, increased circulation to the exercise body part, and increased osteoblastic activity. Contractions of quadriceps and gluteal muscles, such as occur when holding a yoga position.

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Involves muscle contractions with resistance. The resistance is provided by a constant rate by an external device that has a capacity for variable resistance. Ex. Rehabilitative exercises for knee and elbow increase and lifting weights. A continuous passive motion CPM, a device used postoperatively after joint surgery (knee replacement anterior cruciate ligament repair)

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Describe the activities you normally carry out during a routine day and types of physical exercise that are part of your daily lifestyle. -ADLs -type, frequency, duration of physical exercise -past history of activity and exercise; recent changes

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Describe how much and what type of activity makes you tired. History of business, dyspnea, frequent pauses in activity to rest, pounding heart, or marked increase in respiratory rate after moderate activity

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What exercise are fitness goals are you currently working on? -Attitudes about exercise and physical fitness -Knowledge of the benefits of exercise -Motivation to exercise

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Do you experience any problems with movement or with more vigorous activity or exercise? If yes, please describe these problems. -Nature of problem including symptoms -Onset of disturbance and frequency -Known causes -Effect of problem on everyday function -Interventions attempted and results

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Are there any physical or mental health problems that may be affecting your Mobility? -Decrease of strength or endurance (e.g., MI, CHF, COPD, Cancer, GI disorders) -Neuromuscular impairment (MS, Parkinson's disease, spinal injuries) -Musculoskeletal impairment (arthritis, fractures, muscular dystrophy) -Perceptual or cognitive impairment (CVA, brain tumor or trauma, vision disorders, dementia) -Pain or discomfort (Burns, RA, chronic pain syndrome, postoperative pain) -Depression or severe anxiety (neurosis, schizophrenia)

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Is there anything else you can think of that limits your ability to get around? -Environmental factors ( stairs, lack of railings are other assistive devices, poor lighting, unsafe neighborhood) -Financial Resources

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Safe patient handling and transfers involve the use of patient assessment criteria, algorithms for patient handling decisions, and proper use of patient handling equipment. Keep the patient in good body alignment and protect the patient from injury while being moved.

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Gait belt Stand-assist and repositioning AIDS Lateral assistive devices Mechanical lateral assistive devices Transfer chairs Power stand-assist and repositioning list Powered full body lifts Trapeze bar

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Who am I? Global self: is a term used to describe the composite of all the basic facts, qualities, traits, images, and feelings people hold about themselves. A person’s self knowledge includes: -Basic facts (sex, age, race, occupation, cultural background, sexual orientation) -The person's position within social groups -Qualities or traits that describe typical behaviors, feelings, moods, or other characteristics (e.g. generous, hot-headed, ambitious, intelligent, sexy)

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Who or what do I want to be? The ideal self constitutes the ideal self one wants to be, and develops early in childhood A false self may develop in people who have an emotional need to respond to the needs and ambitions significant people, such as parents, have for them

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How well do I like myself? Self esteem is the evaluative and affective component of the self concept Sometimes termed: self-respect, self-approval, or self-worth

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Self esteem needs: strength, achievement, mastery and competence, confidence, independence, and freedom Self respect needs (need for esteem from others): status, dominance, recognition, attention, importance, and appreciation

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Significance: the way people feel they are loved and approved by the people important to them Competence: the way tasks that are considered important are performed Virtue: The attainment of moral-ethical standards Power: The extent to which people influence their own or others lives

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People with positive self concept usually have greater self knowledge, more realistic perceptions and expectations, and a higher evaluation of themselves or higher self esteem

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People with negative self concept tend to exhibit poorer self knowledge, less realistic perceptions and expectations and lower self esteem People with deficient self concept may lack motivation to learn self-care behaviors in response to illness, injury, or trauma. The experience of aging, illness diagnostic testing, and treatment can severely threaten a person's self concept Nursing efforts aimed at teaching new health behaviors may fail until the patient values him or herself enough to want to invest energy in self-care.

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