test 3! Flashcards
Oxygen and carbon dioxide to move between the lungs and bloodstream
alveoli
method of feeding that bypasses the gastrointestinal tract. Fluids are given into a vein to provide most of the nutrients the body needs. The method is used when a person cannot or should not receive feedings or fluids by mouth
TPN
who is at greatest risk for STI’s
• The highest incidence of STI occurs in the 15-to-24-year-old age group and in Hispanic and African American populations.
Which is best contraceptive form for someone with several sexual partners
condoms - protective against sti’s and pregnancy
Body systems affected by hyperkalemia (high potassium)
renal failure, intestinal obstruction, excessive intake of K+, Acidosis, shift of potassium from cells to ECF, oliguria (decreased urine output)
what do muslims not eat
pork products, alcohol, caffeine, Ramadan fasting sunrise to sunset for a month, Ritualized methods of
animal slaughter required for meat ingestion.
oxygen delivery devices for COPD
Nasal cannula or face mask
can patient care techs be delegated to IV devices
no
most abundant electrolyte in the blood
potassium
Set of beliefs and a way of relating to self, others, and a supreme being
faith
a practice where an individual uses a technique – such as mindfulness, or focusing their mind on a particular object, thought or activity – to train attention and awareness, and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state.
meditation
best method of checking placement of feeding tube
x-ray
feeding a patient who has a decreased gag reflex
feed with chin tucked; risk for aspiration
gives people the ability to find a dynamic and creative sense of inner strength to be used when making difficult decisions. Inner peace fosters calm, positive, and peaceful feelings despite life experiences of chaos, fear, and uncertainty. Spirituality also helps people find meaning and purpose in life in both positive and negative life events.
spirituality
meanings that vary on the basis of how it is being experienced; it usually refers to an energizing source that has an orientation to future goals and outcomes.
hope
allows people to have firm beliefs despite lack of physical evidence. It enables them to believe in and establish transpersonal connections. Although many people associate faith with religious beliefs, it exists without them.
faith
being intrapersonally connected within oneself; interpersonally connected with others and the environment; and transpersonal connected with God, or an unseen higher power. Through connectedness patients move beyond the stressors of everyday life and find comfort, faith, hope, and empowerment.
connectedness
sense of authentically connecting to one’s inner self. It is a positive force. It allows people to have new experiences and develop new perspectives that are beyond ordinary physical boundaries. Examples of transcendent moments include the feeling of awe when holding a new baby or looking at a beautiful sunset.
self transcendence
awareness of one’s inner self and a sense of connection to a higher being, nature, or some purpose greater than oneself
spirituality
late signs of hypoxia
central cyanosis- mouth
normal lab value for sodium
135-145
normal lab value for potassium
3.5- 5.0
normal lab value for calcium
8.4-10.5
chloride
97-107
magnesium
1.5-2.5
prevention of aspirations with tube feedings
Sit them up 30-45 while eating and at least an hour after
Has someone watch them while eating
Coughing is a sign of food in airway
Prevention of hospital-acquired pneumonia
Frequent oral care
Wash hands
Head of bed elevated
Clean suction technique
Priorities in care with a C4 injury
Avoid moving the neck/head Proper nutrition Watch for aspiration Turn every two hours Can affect breathing
Therapeutic communication for patient with AIDS
Concerns with patient about intercourse with partners
How to avoid spreading
Refer to support group
Therapeutic communication with religious similarities/differences
What they believe in
Know their values
Nonjudgmental
Know your values
How to handle an ethical dilemma such as abortion
Be aware of person values
Exploration of options
How they feel
Empathetic
Environment patient is able to discuss the issue openly
Discuss religious, social, and personal issues in nonjudgmental manner
Often experience loss grief or guilt
What is atelectasis and patient teaching?
Collapse of lung tissue with loss of volume
Dyspnea or resp failure
Can get pneumonia
Asymptomatic
Hypoxia and pleuritic chest pain
Teach patient to cough, spirometer, s/s, irregular breathing
signs and symptoms to report with blood transfusion reaction
hives, itching. more serious reactions resp. distress, high fever, hypotension
