FUNDA RLE Flashcards
this is the stiffening of the body that occurs about 2-4 hours after death
Rigor Mortis
what causes rigor mortis
lack of ATP THAT IS NOT SYNTHESIZED DUE TO LACK OF OXYGEN IN THE BODY
this is the gradual decrease of the body’s temp after death
Algor Mortis
in algor mortis the body temperature falls about
1.8 degree farenheit
this is the discoloration of the skin after death after circulation has ceased
Liver Mortis
during livor mortis what is released causing the discoloration of the skin
Hemoglobin
position of body after death
supine, arms at the sides, palms down
what is the purpose of placing a pillow under the head of a dead client
prevent blood from discoloring the face
what is placed to take up excretions of a dead person
Absorbent pads
why does a dead body still excrete
relaxation of the sphincter muscles
Nursing interventions for a dying client
Assist client achieve a dignified and peaceful death
Maintain physiologic & psychologic comfort
Provide spiritual support
what is the highest priority when caring for dying clients
Pain control
these are healthcare facilities designed for terminally ill clients and their families by providing supportive and palliative services
Hospices
maintaining hope, sense of security, self confidence, dignity & self worth is under what intervention
Assist the client achieve dignified and peaceful death
searching and needing for meaning, forgiveness, love and hope is under what intervention
Providing spiritual support
