Acute And Chornic Illness

Question 1

Syncope

Answer 1

Fainting

Question 2

Care for syncope

Answer 2

Make sure the patient’s airway is open, and
place an unresponsive patient in the supine
position.

Have suction equipment ready for use.
Do not allow the patient to eat or drink, as this
can increase the chance of vomiting

Question 3

Diabetic emergency?

Answer 3

The body’s cells need glucose (sugar) as a source
of energy to function normally.

Question 4

Type 1 diabetes

Answer 4

(insulin-dependent diabetes)occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin for its needs.

Question 5

Type 2 diabetes

Answer 5

can be insulin-dependent or non-insulin-dependent diabetes

Question 6

Hyperglycemia

Answer 6

High blood sugar

Question 7

Hypoglycemia

Answer 7

Low blood sugar

Question 8

Seizure

Answer 8

A seizure is the result of abnormal electrical activity
in the brain. It can cause temporary changes in
movement, function, sensation, awareness, or
behaviour.

Question 9

4 types of seizure

Answer 9

1.Aura phase: The patient may sense something
unusual (not all patients will experience an aura).

2.Tonic phase: The patient appears unresponsive
and experiences muscle rigidity.

3.Clonic phase: The patient experiences
uncontrollable muscular contractions
(convulsions).

4.Postictal phase: The patient displays
diminished responsiveness with gradual
recovery and confusion (he or she may feel
confused and want to sleep).

Question 10

Partial seizures

Answer 10

Partial seizures can be simple or complex, and
they are the most common type of seizure
experienced by patients with epilepsy.

Question 11

Febrile seizure

Answer 11

Young children and infants may be at risk of
febrile seizures, which are seizures brought on by
a rapid increase in body temperature.

Question 12

Epilepsy

Answer 12

Epilepsy is a term used to describe a group of
neurological disorders in which the individual
experiences recurrent seizures as the main
symptom.

Question 13

Care for seizures

Answer 13

two main priorities preventing injury
and managing the airway

Question 14

Migraines

Answer 14

A migraine is more than just a bad headache:
It is a debilitating condition that can include a
severe headache, visual disturbances, confusion,
and other neurological effects.

Question 15

Peritonitis

Answer 15

Peritonitis is an inflammation of the peritoneum
(abdominal cavity lining) that presents with acute
abdominal pain and tenderness.

Question 16

Appendicitis

Answer 16

Appendicitis is an acute inflammation of the
appendix.

Question 17

Gastroenteritis

Answer 17

Gastroenteritis refers to inflammation of the GI
tract, often as a result of a viral infection.

Question 18

Bowel obstruction

Answer 18

A bowel obstruction occurs when the intestinal
tract becomes occluded, preventing the normal
flow of intestinal contents.

Question 19

Kidney stones

Answer 19

Kidney stones are solid concentrations of dissolved
minerals found in the kidneys or ureters that
usually pass during urination

Question 20

Gastrointestinal bleeding (GI bleed) various types

Answer 20

Bleeding in the upper GI tract originates in the
esophagus, stomach, or duodenum.

Bleeding in the lower GI tract originates in the
small intestine, large intestine, rectum, or anus.

A patient with GI bleeding may experience
vomiting of blood, bloody bowel movements, or
black, tarry stool

Serious GI bleeding can have a significant impact
on vital signs; for instance, it can cause blood
pressure to drop sharply and pulse to increase

Question 21

Peptic ulcers

Answer 21

A peptic ulcer is a small erosion inside the GI tract.

Question 22

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Answer 22

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is usually a bacterial
infection found within the urinary tract.