Prep Questions 2 Flashcards
What is recommended for someone with postural drainage?
More fluids
How to check BP on pt with a mastectomy?
If only one breast removed check it on unaffected side
Both removed - administer analgesic before
Positioning for someone with increased ICP?
Reverse trendenberg and head support
Common symptoms of multiple sclerosis?
Decreased sensation to pain and heat
How to do an abdominal assessment?
Inspection
Auscultation
Percussion
Palpation
Postmortem care?
Place in supine position Put in dentures if applicable Try to close eyes Change soiled linens Brush hair Place pillow under head
Make as normal as possible for family viewing
Pathological vs physiological jaundice?
Physiological: occurred anytime >24hrs of birth and can last 2 weeks
Pathological: present
Assessing dehydration in a child?
Mucus membranes
Assessing dehydration in an infant?
Assess anterior and posterior fontanels for depression
When do posterior and anterior fontanelles close?
Anterior (diamond) closes at 18 months
Posterior (almond) closes 2-3 months
Correct procedure to follow before inserting a catheter?
Physician order Consent from pt if cognitive Wash hands Sterile technique Document
Catheter sizes for men?
16-20 French
Catheter sizes for women?
12-16 French
How to perform a procedure for the first time?
Check agency policy/procedure/protocol
Request Lpn or Rn for is experienced to watch and intervene if necessary
What is sundowning?
Change in behaviour or attitude in pts with dementia
What is pseudomenstruation?
Blood appearing like menstruation in a newborn girl due to large introduction of hormones during gestation
Sign of infection in JP drain?
Brown colouring
Parkinson symptoms?
Tremors Slow movement Slurred speech Stutter Dysphasia Rigidity
Colostomy care?
Empty when bag half full
Give grapefruit + yogurt to decrease odour of stool
Avoid corn
If blue report to physician immediately
How is TB transmitted?
Airborne
How is influenza transmitted?
Droplet
Treatment of emphysema?
Teaching triggers ex. Smoking
Deep breathing
Pursed lip breathing
Positioning for pt with emphysema?
Semi fowlers
Average weight of newborn?
5-8 pounds