Unit 2 Flashcards
What are risk factors for hip fractures?
Osteoporosis
Age
Medication (diuretics, HTN meds, antidepressants, opioids, and alcohol)
Environment (pets, fall risk, etc)
What can a nurse do for post-op care of hip fracture clients?
Fascia iliaca compartment block
Monitor for falls
What is pain management of post op clients
Skin (buck) traction
Pins, rods, and compression screws
Epidural, spinal, or general anesthesia
What are risk factors for osteoporosis?
Genetics
Over 50
Body weight
Lack of exercise
What are non-pharmacological management of osteoporosis
Pt teaching with young women
Pt teaching to decrease modifiable risk factor
Nutrition therapy
What are pharmacological management osteoporosis
Vitamin D3
Bisphosphonates
Estrogen Agonists/Antagonists - Raloxifene
RANKL Inhibitors - when other drugs aren’t as effective to use
What are prevention, cues, and treatment of skin cancer
Lesions
Sunscreen
Avoid tanning beds
Surgical intervention
Radiation
What are cues of cataracts?
Blurred vision
Decreased color perception
What are pre-op care of a client having cataract surgery
Self-examination of the eye
Blood clotting drugs the patient is currently on
Eyedrops
Ophthalmic drugs are prescribed to dilate pupils and cause vasoconstriction
What is post-op care for cataract surgery
Wear dark glasses
Eyedrops on a schedule
Keep all appointments
Don’t bend at waist
What are complications after cataract surgery?
Green or yellow drainage
Sharp or sudden pain
Bleeding/bloodshot eyes
Decreased vision after surgery
Flashes of light/floaters
What is appropriate ear hygiene, health, and assessment of hearing loss?
Annual health assessments
Don’t put objects in ear
What is proper hearing aid care
Clean with mild soap and water
Use a soft toothbrush to remove debris
Don’t drop
Keep in safe place
Avoid extreme temperature exposure
Avoid hair spray and other similar products
