REPORTING PATIENT STATUS CHANGE Flashcards

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Excessive sweating (diaphoresis) may be a sign of which condition?

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Shock

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Cool clammy skin is an indication of what possible cause?

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Shock

Vasovagal reaction

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Bluish nail beds could indicate what possible cause?

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Circulatory is compromised

P. 31 Merrill’s 2

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Increasing abdominal distension and firmness to palpating could indicate what type of cause?

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Internal bleeding from pelvic fracture or organ laceration

This should be reported to physician immediately

P. 31 Merrill’s 2

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