Health Assessment Exam 2 (4-7 Flashcards
Factors affecting safety
developmental considerations (children hazards increase as motor skills develop), lifestyle (occupation), environment (pollutants), mobility (older adults with unsteady gait), sensory perception (impacted sight/hearing)
Factors affecting safety pt 2
knowledge (awareness of safety precautions), ability to communicate (language barriers), physical health state (promote wellness while preventing accidents), psychosocial health state (stress can narrow persons attention)
Nursing assessment (safety)
identify patients at risk and unsafe situations
components of nursing assessment for pt risk and safety
nursing health history and physical examination
nursing health history analyzes (pt at risk and unsafe conditions)
Hx of falls of accidents (#1 indicator of future falls), use of assistive devices (walker), drug/EtOH abuse, family support and home environment (cluttered, lots of stairs, carpets)
physical examination (pt at risk and unsafe conditions)
assess mobility, assess communication, assess LOC, assess sensory perception, know signs of abuse/DV/neglect, assess environment
modifiable factors contributing to falls
lower body weakness, poor vision, gait/balance issues, feet problems, psychoactive meds, postural dizziness, home hazards
intrinsic factors contributing to falls
advanced age (solo is not a risk factor), PREVIOUS FALLS, muscle weakness, gait/balance problems, poor vision, orthostatic hypotension, chronic conditions, fear of falling
extrinsic factors contributing to falls
lack of handrails, poor stair design, no bathroom grab bars, dim lighting, tripping hazards, uneven/slippery surfaces, psychoactive meds, improper use of assistive devices
questions to ask patients
have you fallen in the past year? do you feel unsteady when standing or walking? do you worry about falling?
Morse fall scale
0 = no risk, <25 = low risk, 25-45 = implement standard fall prevention, 46+ = implement high-risk fall prevention
safety considerations for the older adult (characteristics)
impaired eyesight, decreased proprioception and balance, slower reflexes, impaired hearing, decreased sensitivity to touch, impaired thermoregulation, decreased flexibility/strength = weakness
fall prevention methods
patient teaching, orientation to unit (call bell, bathroom, bed alarm), use side rails, bed lowest position, bed locked, slipper socks, eliminate environmental hazards, indicate fall risk on door and in record
Fire safety
RACE
fire safety R
rescue anyone in immediate danger of the fire
fire safety A
alarm; pull the nearest fire alarm and call fire response
fire safety C
contain fire by closing all doors in the fire area
fire safety E
extinguish small fires; if not leave the area and close the door
types of restraints
physical and chemical
physical restrains can…
increase risk of falls,
negative outcomes of restraint use
falls, skin breakdown, contractures, incontinence, depression, delirium, anxiety, aspiration/respiratory difficulties, death
safe restraint use
hitch knot for quick release, tie to frame of bed or wheelchair, keep call bell within reach, reassess frequently, release every 2 hours for ROM, assess skin integrity, assess mobility, assess tightness/circulation (2 fingers)
can you apply physical restraints without an order?
yes in an emergency, but get provider order ASAP; need new order every 24 hours
definition of self-care
activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, any neurological impairments that will affect ability to care for self
ADLs
BATTED; bathing, ambulating, toileting, transferring, eating, dressing
IADLs
grocery shopping, running errands, using the phone
Principles for providing hygiene
determine patient preferences, assess ability to assist (maintain highest level of function; encourage independence), assess activity tolerance, respect person space and ways of doing things
factors affecting self care
health state, developmental level, socioeconomic status, culture, personal preferences
early morning pt care
assist pt with toileting, provide measures to refresh/prepare pt for day, wash face and hands, provide oral care
partial care
patient is able to help with atleast one taks
total care
patient is unable to help at all
afternoon care
- toileting assistance, handwashing, oral care 2. straighten bed linens 3. help patient with mobility to reposition self
hours of sleep care
toileting washing oral care, back massage, change soiled bed/linens, position pt comfortably, ensure call light and other required objects in reach
Skin assessment
assess daily, use pH balanced no-rinse cleanser, mild soap, avoid hot water, avoid friction/scrubbing, use moisturizers (not between toes of diabetic)
therapeutic affects of bathing
removes dirt/bacteria, stimulates circulation, improves joint mobility, provides assessment opportunity, provides opportunity for positive cline-nurse interaction, relaxation and comfort, sense of wellbeing
method to bathe pt
clean to dirty; one wipe for each section: 1. face, neck, chest 2. left arm 3. right arm 4. perineum 5. left leg 6. right leg 7. back 8. buttocks
hair care
shower cap with dry shampoo in it; soap and water in bed with basin below head (full shower)
oral care (unconscious)
face pt toward nurse lying on side; every 2 hours to prevent VAP, dont use toothpaste (dry brush or sponge)
oral care conscious
encourage pt to brush own teeth if possible and assist if unable to; remove dentures and brush/clean over sink
nail care
file only (no clippers), orange sticks for cuticle care, soaking to soften
ear care
cleanse pinna or auricle, no Qtips, debrox for ear irrigation
perineal care
female- front to back and cleanest to dirtiest; male- tip from center out and then down the shaft
Type of movement: bend over and touch toes
flexion
Type of movement: stretching head back towards butt
extension
Type of movement: oblique crunch to one side
lateral flexion
Type of movement: turning at the waste to see behind you
rotation
Type of movement: moving shoulders forward
forward rotation
Type of movement: pulling shoulders back
backward rotation
Type of movement: shrugging shoulders
elevation
Type of movement: pushing shoulders down
depression
Type of movement: arms out in front lifting up in front
flexion
Type of movement: pushing arms down (lat pull over)
extension
Type of movement: arms out in circular motion (from side to overhead)
abduction; moving away from body
Type of movement: crossing arms in front of body
adduction
Type of movement: twisting foot away from body
external rotation
Type of movement: turning foot toward body
internal rotation
Type of movement: curling heel to butt (hamstring curl)
flexion
Type of movement: straightening of leg (quad extension)
extension
Type of movement: curling toes to shin bone
dorsi flexion
Type of movement: pointing toes
plantar flexion
Type of movement: rolling foot at ankle inward towards body
inversion
Type of movement: rolling foot at ankle away from body
eversion
3 types of muscle
cardiac, skeletal, smooth/visceral