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ADLs & Hygiene Flashcards

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1
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care of private areas; these areas are more prone to breakdown

A

perineal care

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Bed’s should always beeeeee…

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LOW AND LOCKED

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3
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Purpose of back massage

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Enhance blood supply to skin and muscles
Promotes relaxation
Reduces anxiety

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4
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You should never massage …

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bony prominences or risk areas for breakdown

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What to assess when reaching pt Feet assessment ?

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Color, capillary refill, temperature; pedal pulses

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What can you use if you are unable to hear pedal pulse.

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Doppler

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Nurses are allowed to cut nails for patients. T or F

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FALSE
Nurses should not perform nail cutting. Must be done by Podiatrists. SHould avoid as pt could br diabetic/ diabetic neuropathy.

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Dentures should be cleaned outside of patients mouth. T or F

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True

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9
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What is used to prevent PNA in vent patients?

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Oral Care w/ Chlorohexidine

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10
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Oral Care for the unconscious pt includes …

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Turn on pt side to avoid aspiration

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11
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Is shaving allowed in the hospital?

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No, no razors are used in hospital due to prophylactic anti coagulants given to pt
Pt can bring their own electric clippers
*No Razors bc NO CUTS *

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12
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How should nurse perform eye care in the unconscious patient?

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Use of artificials to keep eye moist
or use an eye patch

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What is needed for a patient to be able to eat food?

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Adequate swallowing

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14
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difficulty swallowing

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dysphagia

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15
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Which healthcare professional performs a swallow analysis?

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Speech Pathologist

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16
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Use of straws increases risk for aspiration. T or F

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True

17
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Appropriate feeding position

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Sitting upright

18
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What should occur after patient eats?

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Pt mouth should be checked for pocketing/holding food

19
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Care of the Unit/Room Environment includes

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Bed Making
Over Bed Table (Neat or Clear)
Electric
Oxygen - operable
Suction- operable
Equipement

20
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a large abdominal skin fold

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Pannus

21
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Obese patients are not at risk for fungal infections. T or F

A

FALSE
They are at risk

22
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Best way to restore mobility and body mechanics?

A

Rehabilitation

23
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Nurses should always assess situation before action. T or F

A

True

24
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How to use Good Body Mechanics

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  • Perform work at Waist Length *
    Back Straight
    Elbow Flexed
    Use Thigh Muscles

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