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edema
accumulation of fluid in a body part, area, or system
what are signs of problems that can cause edema?
- infiltration of an IV site
- circulation of impairment of the lower legs
edema is resulted from
- heart disease, respiratory disease and other conditions
- use of certain medications
how is edema appear
swelling can appear stretched and shinny
what might the patient report if they are experiencing edema
- a feeing of tightness in the area
pitting edema
indention when you press on the skin with your finger
- the depth indicates the severity
2mm of pitting edema
1+
4 mm of pitting edema
2+
6mm of pitting edema
3+
8mm of pitting edema
4+
what is determined from weighing patients
determines many treatments and medication dosgae
what is determined from weighing patients
determines many treatments and medication dosage
abuse
any action that has the potential to cause harm to another person
neglect
failure to deliver care that individuals need to maintain health and safety and meet basic human needs
exploitations
taking advantage of a vulnerable individual for the abusers personal gain
physical abuse
Intentionally inflicting physical harm (pinching, pushing, slapping, forcing feedings, withholding feedings, administering medications or applying restraints to control behavior without appropriate justification and prescriptions).
financial abuse
Spending a person’s money or using their assets for reasons other than their well-being, or stealing their possessions.
psychological or emotional abuse
Intentionally inflicting mental harm through insults, bullying, verbal assaults, ridicule, intimidation, ignoring, belittling, involuntary isolation, or threats
sexual abuse
Imposing nonconsensual sexual activity (such as touching in a way that is inappropriate and unnecessary for hygiene care) or making sexually suggestive comments.
basic right abuse
Violating basic rights protected by state and federal laws, such as the rights to privacy, freedom of speech, expression, and worship
who may become involved with a patients care that is report to be in a abuse situation
social services department
who requires all health care facilities to develop and annually review an effective Exposure Control Plan specific to the organization?
OSHA
one piece ostomy
removes the pouch and the skin barrier
two piece ostomy
removing the pouch leaves an attachment device or flange and skin barrier in place
drainable pouch
patient can rise and reuse
pre-cut skin
has a wafer
Where should you preform a heal stick
On the medial or lateral side of plantar surface of the heel
- do not use the back of heel
What antiseptic should you use to prepare a capillary puncture site?
70% isopropyl alcohol
