The assessment

Question 1

Young adults ages___ to___ begin to show signs of decreased physiologic function and the capacity of tissue to regenerate decreases

Answer 1

30- 44

Question 2

What are 6 things the skin should be inspected for?

Especially in the peds patient

Answer 2

1- Color

2- Temperature

3- Sensation

4- Turgor

5- Thickness

6- Amount of subQ fat/ tissue

Question 3

Why is temperature setting very important for the pediatric patient?

Answer 3

The don’t have a thermoregulation system that is developed

Question 4

As the patient ages, subcutaneous fat and elasticity____. In addition, wrinkling, thinning of the skin____.

Answer 4

• decreases

- increases

Question 5

In the elderly, ____ atrophy, making it more difficult for the geriatric patient to tolerate temperatures, especially in the O.R

Answer 5

-sweat glands

Question 6

3 systems that should ALWAYS in assessed IN ALL AGE GROUPS!

Answer 6

1- cardiovascular

2- Respiratory

3- Renal

Question 7

When making an assessment, the nurse must take what 6 things into consideration?

Answer 7

1- physiological status

2- body size

3- pre-existing health conditions

4- Planned duration of the procedure

5- Type of anesthesia

6- Environment

Question 8

Why do we need to be careful when positioning old people?

Answer 8

They have atrophy of muscle fibers, as well as loss of elasticity in the tendons and ligaments.

we have to note any deformities and physical limitations

Question 9

Why do we need to be careful when positioning infants?

Answer 9

Their bones are soft and pliable. Growth places are still developing. Muscular support of the neck is weak and may require support to prevent hyperextension or hyper flexion of the neck.