Basic Care and Positioning Flashcards
what position helps with gastric emptying
right lateral recumbent
what position promotes blood flow to placenta
left lateral recumbent
what position helps with venous return
trendelenburg
what position is sims
semi prone
promotes drainage from mouth
relieves pressure from lower part of body
assess perineal area
how often is pin site care done for traction
every 8-12 hours
how often is circulation monitored for traction
hourly for first 24 hours
then every 4 hours
is the skin blanchable in stage 1 pressure ulcers
no
how many layers are involved in stage 2 pressure ulcre
2 - epidermis, dermis
what layers are involved in a stage 3 pressure ulcer
epidermis, dermis, hypodermis (sq, fatty tissue)
what degree should HOB be to reduce pressure
< 30
should you use a donut shaped pillow to reduce pressue
NO, increases pressure to perineal area
walker instructors
advance walker
affected leg
unaffected leg
which BMI is considered underweight
18.5
BMI calculation
weight (kg) / height (m2)
