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skin & neuro (333 E2) Flashcards

1
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edema

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1+: barley detectable, immediate rebound 2mm
2+: deep pit, a few seconds to rebound 4mm
3+: deep pit, 10-12 sec rebound 6mm
4+: very deep pit, >20 sec rebound 8mm

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example of non pitting edema

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swelling / swollen ankle

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pallor

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-loss of color, black skin can change to grey
-look in mucous membranes
-indications: anemia, shock, lack of blood flow

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jaundice

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-yellow discoloration -> look at sclera, skin, mucous membranes and palms of black individuals
-indications: liver dysfunction

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erythema

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redness, difficult to see in darker skin so palpate and look for warmth & texture changes
-indications: vasodilation, inflammation, sun exposure, elevated temp

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risk factors for impaired skin integrity

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-impaired sensory perception
-impaired mobility
-altered level of consciousness

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how often should you check an incontinent pt

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every hour

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three major factors involved in pressure injury development

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1) pressure intensity
2) pressure duration
3) tissue tolerance (low bp, poor nut, aging, hydration status)

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intertriginous dermatitis

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inflammatory dermatitis r/t moist skin rubbing together -> can lead to a yeast infection in skin folds, breast & penis

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10
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what nutrients are critical for wound healing

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protein, vit A, vit C, zinc, copper

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11
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for braden, is lower or higher at increased risk for skin injury

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lower

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12
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what are the 3 key components of wound mgt

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1) assessment
2) cleansing
3) protection

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hydrogel

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for infected, deep wounds or necrotic tissue
not for wounds that drain a lot

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alginates

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non adherent dressing that conform to wounds shape and absorb exudate

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collagen

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powders, pastes, granules, gels

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wound vacs

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help w/ tissue generation, decrease swelling and enhance healing in moist, protective environment

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17
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what should we first be concerned about in a neuro assessment

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oxygen

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18
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the 4 H’s of neuro

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-hypoxia
-hypoglycemia
-hypotension
-hypoventilation

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14 parts of a neuro statements

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-subjective data
-mental status/LOC
-gait
-reflexes
-sensation
-coordination
-proprioception
-GCS/EMV
-pupils
-visual fields
-muscle strength
-speech
-swallowing
-gag

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alert

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-awake
-easily arousable
-receptive
-responsive

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somnolent (lethargic)

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-not fully alert
-drifts off to sleep when not stimulated
-appears drowsy
-awakens to name
-responds appropriately
-slow to respond
you wake someone up in the middle of the night

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obtunded

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-sleeps more of the time
-difficult to arouse (needs loud noise/vigorous shake)
-acts confused when aroused
-speech mumbled or incoherent
-requires constant stimulation to stay awake
can stay awake

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stupor or semi comatose

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-spontaneously unconscious
-responds only to vigorous shake or pain
-groans, mumbles
cannot stay awake

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comatose completely unconscious

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-no meaningful response to stimuli
-light coma, no purposeful movement, some reflex activity
-deep coma, no motor response
no motor response

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25
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below what GCS score do we have to worry about the airways

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8

26
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proprioception

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body’s ability to sense movement, action and location

27
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a braden below what is high risk

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12

28
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coordination

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rapid alternating movements
test by touching thumb to each finger

29
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what is our goal for neuro pts

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protect and maintain safety & assist pt in gaining independence

30
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passive range of motion

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pt needs help in movement

31
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active range of motion

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pt can do movement by themselves

32
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x ray

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-only shows bones
-first step in evaluating back/neck pain
remove metal & make sure armband is on

33
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CT scan

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think stroke & trauma
-3D images of organs, bones, tissues
-w/ or w/o contrast
-quickly detects hemorrhage, bone, vascular abnormalities, tumors, cysts

34
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CT nursing considerations

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-informed consent (for contrast)
-allergies to iodine (contrast)
-NPO for some, not needed for neuro
-might need to give meds for claustrophobic pts

35
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what organ is contrast hard on

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kidney -> check creatinine levels

36
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ct angiogram

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IV contrast

37
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MRI

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-3d image from a 2D slice
-more detailed than CT
-very $$
-screen for metal & remove all
-remove medicated patches bc burns
remove all leads & non mri safe oxygen

38
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EEG

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-monitors brains electrical activity
-helps dx seizures
-confirms brain death
-can be completed sleeping, awake, or stimulate

39
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factors influencing sensory function

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-age
-meaningful stimuli
-amount of stimuli
-social interaction
-environmental factors
-cultural factors

40
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expressive aphasia

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inability to name common objects or express ideas in words or writing
understand what you say but cannot speak back

41
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receptive aphasia

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inability to understand written or spoken language

42
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things to think about reduced olfaction

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-smoke detector
-check food dates/appearance bc cant smell bad stuff
-dangers of cleaning with chemicals
-gas appliances

43
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hyperesthesia

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(in pts w/ tactile deficits)
-overly sensitive
-minimize irritating stimuli
-avoid loose fitting linens

44
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adaptations for tactile sensations

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-water temp
-ice/heat therapy do not use
-good fitting shoes

45
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what does sensory deprivation effect

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-cognitive
-affective
-perceptual

46
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what causes sensory deprivation

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-isolation
-loss/impairment of senses
-confinement
-emotional disorders
-brain injury

47
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excessive stimuli prevents

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meaningful brain response

48
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causes of sensory overload

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-pain
-lack of sleep
-ICU/care
-visitors/staff

49
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symptoms of sensory overload

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-fatigue, sleepiness, irritable
-disorientation
-scattered/restless/anxiety

50
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how to tell if sensory ability has improved

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the pt says it has

51
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migraine

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-recurring headache characterized by unilateral throbbing pain
-more common in females

52
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what types of headaches are more common in males

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cluster

53
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care of a migraine pt

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-rule out an intracranial or extra cranial disease
-meds: NSAIDs, Tylenol, aspirin, combo drugs likes excedrin

54
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what drug is for migraines

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triptan (take at the begin/aura, not daily)

55
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what headache can you use oxygen for

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cluster(high flow 02 throuhg a non rebreath)

56
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hemorrhage

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-greatest risk 24-48 hr after injury or surgery
-can be caused by clot dislodgment, slipped suture, or blood vessel damage
-internal bleeding (sanguineous drainage) w/ swelling & distention
-increase HR, decrease BP.

57
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what type of hemorrhage can be an emergency

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wound hemorrhage -> apply dressing, monitor VS & notify provider

58
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dehiscence

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partial or total rupture of surgical wound, usually with a separation of underlying skin layers

59
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evisceration

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a dehiscence that involves the protrusion of visceral organs through wound opening

60
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evisceration manifestations

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-significant increase in flow of serosanguinous fluid on the wound dressing
-immediate history of sudden straining
-pt reports a sudden popping or giving way in wound area
-visualization of the viscera

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