Symptoms Flashcards
Diabetic coma
Symptoms
Comes on gradually Acetone breath (smells fruity) Increased urination Thirsty Nausea Heavy breathing Flushed, hot, dry skin High blood sugar
Pneumonia
Symptoms
Coughing
Chest pain
Feverish
Congested
Insulin shock
Symptoms
Comes on suddenly Weak, dizzy, trembling Perspiring Vision problems Hungry Shallow respiration Pale,cold, clammy Low blood sugar
UTI
Symptoms
Pain in lower back
Pain or burning with urination
Change in urine odor, color, frequency
Alzheimer’s/Dementia
Symptoms
Unable to remember recent events Increased confusion Decreased attention span Tires easily Uncontrolled behavior Increased anxiety
Cardiac arrest
Symptoms
Sudden collapse (without warning)
Loss of conciousness
No breathing
No pulse
Choking
Symptoms
Clutching the throat
Unable to breathe
Cannot speak or cough
Cerebovascular accident (CVA) Symptoms
Paralysis on one side Loss of sensation on one side Eyelid or mouth droops Spasms or loss of muscle control Speech problems
Depression
Symptoms
Loss of appetite
Withdrawal
Low self-esteem
Lack of interest or enthusiasm
Allergic reaction
Symptoms
Itching or tingling Skin rashes Rapid swelling Breathing difficulty Vision problems Scratchy throat
Myocardial infarction (MI) Symptoms
Chest pain Pale, cold, calm Pain in left arm or neck Irregular, weak pulse Decreased blood pressure
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
Symptoms
Lung congestion Chest discomfort Swelling in extremities Weight gain Restlessness Breathing difficulty Dizzy, confused, tired
Edema
Symptoms
Swelling (feet, ankles, face, fingers, joints, tissue)
Weight gain
Decreased urine output
Dehydration
Symptoms
Excessive thirst Decreased urine output Constipation Dry skin, lips, tongue Decreased blood pressure Rapid, weak pulse
Approaching death
Symptoms
Cold hands and feet Blank stare Pale or gray Perspiring Limp Slow or difficult breathing Rattling sound in throat or chest Rapid, weak pulse
Pressure ulcer
Symptoms
Redness that does not disappear when pressure is relieved
Area is tender and warmer than other skin
Blisters are open sores that can lead to infection
