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Skills Practicum Lesson 2 Body Structure > Body Mechanics , Transfer And Positioning > Flashcards

Body Mechanics , Transfer And Positioning Flashcards

1
Q

When should you remove SCDs

A

Remove when out of bed

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2
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Why should you watch for tunings/ pumps

A

It’s a fall risk

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3
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When should you removed TEDs and what should you do ?

A

Remove once a shift for 15-30 minuets. Assess skin

Let skin breathe

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4
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What are TEDs and SCDs used for

A

thromboembolic devices
Promote venous return
Prevent venous pooling
Prevent passive dilation of veins and tears
SCDs (sequential compression devices)
Drives superficial blood into deep veins and prevent venous stasis/pooling

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5
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Function of the incentive spirometer and what does it prevent ?

A

Helps patient to take deep breaths after surgery.

Respiratory complications

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6
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When and Why is Turn cough and deep breath (TCDB) so important

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Very important after surgery to keep lungs clear especially for those who has chest incisions

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7
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What is active range of motion (AROM)

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The patient is able to move joints without assistance

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8
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What is passive range of Motion (PRM)

A

The nurse has to assist

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9
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Why do we use ROM (range of motion)

A

Circulation
Prevent stiffness
Prevent blood clots

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10
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What and when should you do when doing ROM

A

Move every joint slowly and don’t force
3-5 Times for each joint
Make sure you support the joint
Good to do when bathing or turning the patient

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11
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What are some ambulating assistive devices

A

Canes
Walkers
Crutches

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12
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When using a cane what side should you hold it on

A

Hold on stronger side

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13
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Should the crutches touch the auxiliary

A

No

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14
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How far should crutches be away from the body

A

6 inches

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15
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When going up the stairs which leg should go up and which should go down

A

Up-lead with strong leg

Down- lead with weak leg

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16
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What should you consider while ambulating ?

A

Condition and gait

17
Q

What should you do before allowing a patient to stand

A

Allow them to dangle for a few moments

18
Q

What should you use while ambulating

A

Gait belt if available

19
Q

Where should you brace the patient

A

Against my foot and knees

20
Q

If a patient begins to fall what should you do?

A

Do not try to stop them and call for help

21
Q

Why is the hand roll used

A

To prevent contraction

22
Q

Why is the cradle boot used

A

It’s a foamy boot that goes around the ankle to prevent pressure sores

23
Q

How many people do you need to log roll safely

A

3

24
Q

Semi flowed position

A

Usually when sleeping 45 degrees

25
Q

High flowers

A

Eating 90 degrees

26
Q

Position : bed flat with feet elevated and head down

A

Trendelenberg

27
Q

Bed flat with head elevated and feet down

A

Reverse trendelenberg

28
Q

Positioning : the correct position is vital to:

A

Promote comfort , prevent injury, and provide sensation

29
Q

Where should you tie a restraint

A

To the bed frame only

30
Q

Who can remove restrains

A

Only the nurse

31
Q

What are some least restrictive measures for restraints

A

1:1 supervision
Calm them down
Make sure you keep them close to the nurses station

32
Q

When should restraint orders be renewed

A

Every 24 hours

33
Q

When should you do an assignment on the patient in restraints and what are you checking for ?

A 
Every two hours 
Capillary re-fill
ROM
Pulse
No shirring or brushing 
Basic needs
Not to  tight/ loose
34
Q

When should you remove the restraints

A

When they are not combative (ASAP)

35
Q

What should you keep in mind if you opt to use and restraint

A

Tell why the restraints was used
Who used the restraint
What restraint was used
Doctor order
What did you do to prevent the restraints from
Being used
Keep in mind what are you trying to prevent the client from doing

Skills Practicum Lesson 2 Body Structure (3 decks)

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