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Immunizations
What do you get at each age?
BIRTH (1 vaccine)
Hep B #1
Immunizations
What do you get at each age?
2 months (5 vaccines)
Hep B #2 (some resources say it can be given at 1 mo.) DTap Hib Haemophilus influenzae type b IPV Inactivated polio vaccine PCV Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine
Immunizations
What do you get at each age?
4 months (4 vaccines)
All 2-month immunizations except Hep B
Immunizations
What do you get at each age?
6 months (5 vaccines)
All 2-month immunizations: Hep B #2 DTap Hib IPV PCV
Immunizations
What do you get at each age?
12 months
MMR #1
Hib Haemophilus influenzae type b
PCV
Varicella
Immunizations
Tetanus & diptheria are optional vaccinations; what is the earliest age they can be given?
2 months
Immunizations
What is a booster shot?
An additional dose of vaccination to increase effectiveness.
Immunizations
What are the side effects of immunizations?
low-grade fever, tenderness, swelling at the site, child may become irritable
Immunizations
What medications should be given for these effects?
Acetaminophen
Immunizations
Never give ______ to children experiencing side effects of immunization.
Aspirin
Immunizations
When should the meningitis vaccination be given?
Before going to college
Immunizations
If an adult woman receives an MMR shot, what should you teach her?
Wait three months before pregnancy
Immunizations
How soon can a child get the influenza vaccination?
Not until six months
Immunizations
Do not give MMR if the client is allergic to _____ or _____.
Eggs or neomycin
Immunizations
Do not give the influenza vaccination if the client is allergic to ______.
Eggs
Immunizations
What is active immunity?
Stimulating the body to produce antibodies by giving a vaccine
Immunizations
What is passive immunity?
Antibodies that are formed in another body but passed down for short-term use (breastmilk)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn’s Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis
Location: Anywhere in the digestive tract from mouth to anus
Crohn‘s Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn’s Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis
Location: Primarily colon
Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis)
Signs: 3-4 semi-soft stools, no blood, anorexia, fistulas
Crohn’s Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn’s Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis
Signs:
- Bloody diarrhea
- Weight loss
Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn’s Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis
Lifestyle: Associated with smoking
Crohn’s Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn’s Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis
Lifestyle: Non-smokers
Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Treatment: Anti-inflammatory steroids
NPO Status- bowel rest
Surgery will not help; disease will reoccur
Crohn’s Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Treatment: Anti-inflammatory steroids
NPO Status -bowel rest
Surgery to remove affected area
Ulcerative Colitis
Incentive Spirometry
Incentive Spirometry is a method of _____ that helps maximize lung inflation.
Deep breathing
Incentive Spirometry
Instruct the client to place _______ tightly around the mouth piece.
Lips
Incentive Spirometry is used after surgery to prevent _______.
Atelectasis
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
what is the normal intracranial pressure range?
5-15 mmHg
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
What are the common causes of ICP?
Trauma
Hemorrhage
Edema
Tumors
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
This the earliest sign of ICP.
Decreased level of consciousness
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
The client will often appear?
Restless, agitated, complaining of headaches
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
What will babies physically present with?
Bulging fontanelles
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Late signs of ICP
Unilateral pupil dilation
Hypertension or hypotension
Bradycardia
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Client may complain of ________.
Projectile vomiting without nausea.
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
How will the vital signs appear with ICP?
B/P (up)
Temp (up)
Resp (up then down)
HR (up)
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
What is widening pulse pressure & how it is related?
When systolic bp goes up & diastolic continues to go down so that they become further apart (eg 135/40 is a bad sign)
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
What is Cushing’s Triad?
3 things
Widening pulse pressure
Cheyne stokes respirations
Bradycardia
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Initiate _____ precautions.
Seizure
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Elevate hob to?
10 to 30 degrees; to promote jugular venous outflow
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
What medications will be prescribed?
Anti convulsants
BP medications
Corticosteroids
Diuretics
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Tell the client not to ________,_____,or ______.
Strain, cough or sneeze
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Nursing interventions would be to?
DECREASE environmental stimuli.
Maintain body temperature.
LIMIT fluid intake.
Monitor intake & output.
Instillation of Ear Medications
Medication should be________ temperature?
Room - too hot or cold will have side effects (nausea dizziness etc)
Instillation of Ear Medications
What position should the client be in when receiving ear medications?
Supine, with AFFECTED EAR UP
Instillation of Ear Medications
When administering ear meds to an adUlt, draw the pinna back and ______.
Up
Instillation of Ear Medications
When administering ear meds to an chilD, draw the pinna back and ______.
DOWN
Instillation of Ear Medications
How long should the head be tilted to allow medication to travel the ear canal? _____ minutes
5 minutes
Instillation of Eye Medications
When giving eye medications, do this to prevent meds from going into the nasal passage.
Apply pressure
Instillation of Eye Medications
Pull the _____ eyelid down against the ______.
Lower, cheek
Instillation of Eye Medications
Squeeze the drop in the _____.
Conjunctiva sac
Instillation of Eye Medications
If more than one drop is prescribed, wait ___ to ___minutes before applying another drop.
3 to 5 minutes
Instillation of Eye Medications
Do not let the ____ touch the ___.
Medication bottle, eyeball
Intravenous therapy
Why are IV fluids used?
They are a quick way to replace nutrients, water, and electrolytes.
Instillation of Eye Medications
What are the 3 types of IV fluid?
Isotonic
Hypotonic
Hypertonic
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Initiate _____ precautions.
SEIZURE PRECAUTIONS
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Elevate hob to?
10-30 degrees, to promote jugular venous outflow
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
What medications will be prescribed?
Anticonvulsants
Blood pressure medications
Corticosteroids
Diuretics
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Tell the px not to _____,____, or_____.
Strain, cough, or sneeze
Increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
Nursing interventions would be to?
Decrease environmental stimuli
Maintain body temperature
Limit fluid intake
Monitor intake & output
Instillation of Ear Medications
Medication should be ______ temperature?
Room
-too hot or cold will have side effects (nausea, dizziness etc)
Intravenous Therapy
Describe Isotonic fluid/give examples.
Isotonic fluid is the same as the inside of the cell.
0.9% normal saline
Lactated Ringer
D5W
Intravenous Therapy
Why would you give isotonic fluids?
D.K.A, Burns to replace sodium chloride
*0.9% NS always hung with blood
Intravenous Therapy
Describe hypotonic fluids/give examples.
Hypotonic fluid is less concentrated than the cell.
This would cause water to move into the cell.
0.45% NS
Intravenous Therapy
Why would you give hypotonic fluids?
Dehydration, HYPERnatremia; lowers blood pressure.
Intravenous Therapy
Why should hypotonic fluids be closely monitored?
Because a rapid increase in fluid shifting into the cells can cause cellular & cerebral edema.
Intravenous Therapy
Describe HYPERtonic fluid/give examples.
Hypertonic fluid is more concentrated than the cell.
This would cause water movement out of the cell.
5% NS
D5%NS
D5%LR
Intravenous Therapy
WHY would you give HYPERtonic fluids?
Hyponatremia, nutrition
Intravenous Therapy
Why would HYPERTONIC fluids be closely monitored?
Because it can cause electrolyte imbalance & dehydration.
Intravenous Therapy
Before you start IV fluids, assess client’s ______.
IV; make sure it is patent
Intravenous Therapy
If the IV is infiltrated, what would you see?
Cool, swollen, tender, painful at the site
Laminectomy
Surgery is the removal of ______ so the spinal cord can be seen.
Bone
Laminectomy
To move the client after surgery, ______ this client!
Log roll
Lead Poisoning
What is the highest risk factor in ingesting lead?
Age; younger kids put things in their mouth
Lead Poisoning
What is the most likely ingested item to cause lead poisoning?
Lead paint chips
Lead Poisoning
The MOST dangerous side effect of ingesting lead is ________.
Mental retardation
Lead Poisoning
What are the signs of lead poisoning?
Signs more serious if larger amounts are ingested: headache, abdominal pain, fatigue, muscle weakness, respiratory depression
Lead Poisoning
How do you treat lead poisoning?
Chelating agents
Lead Poisoning
How are these chelating agents given?
By receiving many IM injections
Lead Poisoning
Do not give ______ to induce vomiting.
Ipecac
Legal Issues
Negligence is when a nurse does _______.
NOT provide appropriate care according to set standards
Legal Issues
If a nurse does a treatment without consent, it is example of ______?
Battery
Legal Issues
If your client falls out of bed because you forgot to put up the side rails, this is _________.
Neglect
Legal Issues
Any NCLEX question that has the word ‘‘threat’’, think?
Assault
Legal Issues
Advanced directives are important because they _____.
Allow the client to direct how/what care they are to receive if they become unable to make decisions in the future.
Legal Issues
Are advanced directives mandatory for a client?
NO
Legal Issues
The document that specifically names a person to make decisions on another person’s behalf is_______.
Durable power of attorney
Legal Issues
The client must be of ______ to write a will.
Sound mind
Lung Sounds
What is the cause of crackles?
Fluid or secretions in the airway
Lung Sounds
When do you hear crackles?
On inspiration (sounds like Rice Crispies in milk)
Lung Sounds
What are some possible causes of crackles?
pneumonia
edema
bronchitis
Lung Sounds
What is another name for crackles?
Rales
Lung Sounds
What are the characteristics of wheezes?
High-pitched musical sounds
Lung Sounds
When do you hear wheezes ?
On inspiration & expiration
Lung Sounds
What are possible causes of wheezing?
asthma
smoking
allergic reactions
Lung Sounds
Wheezes can often be heard without a _______.
Stethoscope
Lung Sounds
What are characteristics of stridor?
High-pitched harsh sound heard in UPPER airway.
Lung Sounds
Stridor is often confused with _____.
Wheezing
Lyme Disease
This type of infection is caused by?
Bite from a tick
Lyme Disease
How long after a bite can you test for this disease?
Between 4 to 6 weeks
Lyme Disease
What is the treatment plan?
Take antibiotics:
Doxycycline (Adults)
Amoxicillin (Children)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
What are the most important factors in order?
Physiological Needs Safety & Security Love & Belongingness Self-Esteem Self-Actualization
Mastectomy
This surgery is to remove ______ or _____.
Breast tissue or nipple
Mastectomy
After surgery, ______ the affected arm to prevent _______.
Elevate, lymphedema
Mastectomy
No ______ or _____ in the affected arm.
BP, venipuncture
Mastectomy
Always assess site for signs of _____ after surgery.
Infection
Mastectomy
List signs of infection.
● swelling ● redness ● fever ● chills ● elevated WBC count
Mastectomy
Encourage client to do ______ on the remaining breast.
Self breast exam
Medication Administration
What are the six rights of medication administration?
Right:
- Client
- Medication
- Time
- Documentation
- Dose
- Route
Medication Administration
What two verifiers do you ask a client before giving a medication?
Name & birthdate
Medication Administration
Do not give medication if _____.
You don’t know what it does.
Clients will ask. If you can’t answer them, they won’t trust you!
Medication Administration
DO NOT STORE medications _____.
At the bedside
Medication Administration
Can you give medication prepared by other RN?
No, never do this. This is ILLEGAL!
Medication Administration
What does it mean if a medication is PRN?
It means to give only when necessary.
Medication Administration
Do not _______ sustained-release capsules or enteric-coated tablets.
Crush
Medication Administration
What should a nurse do if she/he administers the wrong medication?
Notify physician
DO NOT document on px’s chart & complete an incident form.
This is not part of client records.
Meniere’s Syndrome
What are the symptoms?
Tinnitus
Unilateral hearing loss
dizziness
Meniere’s Syndrome
What are the causes?
Viral, bacterial infections & allergic reactions
Meniere’s Syndrome
Describe Meniere’s attacks.
Severe, sudden attacks that may cause permanent hearing loss.
Nausea & vomiting can also be present.
Meniere’s Syndrome
What is the best environment for a client with this syndrome?
Bed rest in a quiet room, moving head slowly, sedatives can be given to keep client calm.
Low playing music helps with tinnitus.
Meniere’s Syndrome
What diet should be?
Low sodium
Meningitis
What is meningitis?
Inflammation of arachnoid & pia mater of the brain/spinal cord
Meningitis
How it is transmitted?
Direct Contact
Droplet
M E N I N G I T I S
What are the signs & symptoms?
M E N I N G I T I S ● nuchal rigidity (Brudzinki's sign) ● tachycardia ● headache ● nausea & vomiting
Meningitis can also cause ______.
Increased intracranial pressure
Meningitis
What two physical signs are positive?
Positive Kernig’s & Brudsinki’s
M E N I N G I T I S
What are the nursing interventions?
- Monitor LOC
- Vitals
- Initiate seizure precautions
- Maintain isolation
- Elevate HOB
Meningitis
What medications are prescribed?
Antibiotics & analgesics
Mongolian Spots
What do these spots look like?
Bluish-black spots on body
Mongolian Spots
Where can you find these spots?
On the back & buttocks of newborns
Mongolian Spots
In what race are these spots mostly seen?
Asian & African American
Mongolian Spots
Are they harmful & how long do they appear?
No. They are normal in newborns & they gradually
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) True or false? MS is a chronic, progressive, degenerative disease of the nervous system.
True
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) What part of the nervous system is affected?
The problem is with demyelinization of the white matter of the brain & spinal cord.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Is there a cure for MS?
No
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - is a chronic, progressive, degenerative disease of the nervous system What are the signs of MS?
- muscle spasms
- weakness
- bowel/bladder dysfunction
- numbness in the extremities
- visual disturbances
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) What medication will be given for spasms?
Baclofen
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) What medication will be given to reduce amount of time a client experiences exacerbated symptoms?
Corticosteroids
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) If you were at a MS conference, what would you teach?
- start regular bladder bowel program
- avoid stressful situations
- eat a well-balanced diet
- initiate speech/physical therapy
- remove safety hazards in home
Munchausen Syndrome
What is the definition of this syndrome?
A psychiatric disorder that causes a person to self-inflict injury/harm to his/her own body.
The person may also say that he/she has a mental disorder.
Munchausen Syndrome
What is Munchausen by proxy?
An individual, typically a mother, intentionally causes or makes up an illness in a child under their care for attention.
Munchausen Syndrome
Notes for NCLEX
The child will have issues with no explained etiology.
Treatment of the issue does not help.
Assessments indicate child is healthy, symptoms get better when child is away from the caregiver.
Nursing priority: Protect the child
Myasthenia Gravis
True or false?
It is an autoimmune disease that results in extreme fatigue & muscle weakness.
true
Myasthenia Gravis
What is the malfunction of the body?
Body produces antibodies that block acetylcholine receptors
Myasthenia Gravis
Is there a cure for myasthenia gravis?
No
Myasthenia Gravis
What are the signs & symptoms?
S/Sx MG • difficulty talking • chewing • weak eye muscles • visual disturbances • unsteady gait
Myasthenia Gravis
Do the symptoms of myasthenia gravis worsen with activity?
YES, they do.
Myasthenia Gravis
The _______ test is performed to diagnosis Myasthenia Gravis.
Tensilon
Myasthenia Gravis
If the px muscle strength is increased, the test is ______.
Positive
Myasthenia Gravis
What medication will be given?
Anticholinesterase/Plasmapheresis
Myasthenia Gravis
What would you teach at a myasthenia gravis conference?
M G
• Take meds 30 mins before eating.
• Cough/deep breathe
• Exercise
• Conserve energy by doing multiple short tasks
• Try to decrease stress, infections, & unhealthy habits.
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What is the cause of MI?
Decreased oxygen supply to heart
Myocardial Infarction (MI) Where is the pain felt?
Substernal (sudden, crushing radiating to jaw, shoulders, back) & lasting longer than 30 minutes
Myocardial Infarction (MI) The pain is not relieved by \_\_\_\_\_\_ or \_\_\_\_\_\_.
Rest or nitroglycerin
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What changes would you see on an EKG?
ST elevation, inverted T waves
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What lab values will be elevated?
- CK-MB Creatine kinase-MB
- CPK Creatine kinase
- Troponin
- LDH Lactate dehydrogenase
- WBC
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What medications are given for an MI?
MONA Morphine O2 Nitroglycerin Aspirin
*MI=MONA
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What activity is prescribed for this client?
bed rest
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What is angina pectoris?
Chest pain due to heart not receiving enough oxygen
Myocardial Infarction (MI) Where is the pain located? (angina pectoris)
The same area of the chest as seen in MI
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What are common causes of angina pectoris?
early-morning activity (shoveling snow), heavy meals, stress, exercise and smoking
Myocardial Infarction (MI) How is stable angina different from an MI?
Chest pain that has a typical onset location, lasts for 3 to 5 minutes & is relieved by nitroglycerin/rest
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What is UNSTABLE angina?
It is chest pain that occurs while the client is resting.
Myocardial Infarction (MI) How is angina diagnosed?
- cardiac cath
- coronary artery bypass
- exercise/thallium stress test
- EKG with no ST elevation
Myocardial Infarction (MI) What should you teach a client who has angina?
- How to take nitro for pain (can take up to 3 tablets SL)
- Diet modification (low cholesterol)
- Exercise & stop smoking