Unit 4 Flashcards

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What is an example of damage to the central nervous system

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Spina Bifida

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What are the 8 systemic effects

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Metabolic
Cardiovascular
Muscle effects
Elimination
Respiratory
Musculoskeletal changes
Skeletal effects
Integumentary

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What are metabolic systemic effects

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Endocrine
Calcium absorption

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What are cardiovascular systemic effects

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Orthostatic hypotension
Thrombus

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What are muscle systemic effects

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Loss of muscle mass
Muscle atrophy

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What are elimination systemic effects

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Urinary stasis—leading to UTI
Renal calculi (kidney stones)
GI function—constipation parastalsis slows down

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What are Respiratory systemic effects

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Atelectasis (Collapsed lung)
Hypostatic pneumonia (lack of movement infection in the lung)

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What are musculoskeletal changes systemic effects

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Loss of endurance and muscle mass and decreased stability and balance.
Contractures—involuntary shortening of ligaments

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What are skeletal effects systemic effects

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Impaired calcium absorption
Joint abnormalities

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What is integumentary systemic effects

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Pressure ulcer
Ischemia

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Immobile patients are at high risk for developing pulmonary complications such as….

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Atelectasis
Hypostatic pneumonia

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What can we do to prevent immobile patients from developing pulmonary complications

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Insentive spirometer
Cough and deep breathe

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How does immobility increase cardiac overload

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No muscles moving, heart works harder to get blood to move

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What are the cardiovascular changes due to immobility

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Orthostatic hypotension
Increased cardiac workload
Thrombus formation—DVT

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What do you do to prevent urinary elimination complications with immobile patients

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Monitor I and Os
Proper pericare
Hydrate
Toileting schedule

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Emotional and behavioral responses, sensory alterations, and changes in coping are all examples of what immobility effect

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Psychosocial effects—-
Emotional and behavior—hostility, fear, anxiety
Sensory-altered sleep patterns
Changes in coping—depression, sadness,

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What are some developmental changes in immobile infants, toddlers

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Prolonged immobility delays gross motor skills, intellectual development, or musculoskeletal development

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What are the developmental changes in immobile adolescents

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Delayed in gaining independence and in accomplishing skills
Social isolation can occur

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What are the developmental changes in immobile adults

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Physiological systems are at risk
Changes in family and social structures

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What are the developmental changes in immobile older adults

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Decreased physical activity
Hormonal changes
Bone reabsorption

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What is a smart goal

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Specific
Measureable
Achievable
Realistic
Timely

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What are the three pressure related factors contributing to development of pressure injuries ?

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Pressure intensity
Pressure duration
Tissue tolerance

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What are risk factors for pressure ulcer development?

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Impaired sensory
Impaired mobility
Alteration in LOC
Shear
Friction
Moisture
Dietary intake

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What is the classification of pressure injuries

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Stage 1- non blanchable erythema of intact skin
Stage 2-partial-thickness skin loss with exposed dermis
Stage 3-full-thickness skin loss
Stage 4- Full thickness skin and tissue loss (down to bone)

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What is the definition of Unstageable pressure injury
Full-thickness skin and tissue loss obscured by slough or Escher
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Define a deep-tissue pressure injury
Localized area of non-blanchable dark discoloration, or epidermal separation with dark wound bed or blood filled blister
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How do you document wound classification
Describe onset, duration of healing process
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What are some economic consequences of pressure injuries
-billions of dollars -Medicare and Medicaid no longer reimburses for care related to stage 3 and stage 4 pressure injuries occurring in hospitalization
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What are some factors influencing pressure injury formation and wound healing?
Nutrition Tissue perfusion Infection Age Psychosocial impact of wounds
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Your client is an 80 year old male who is visiting the clinic today for a routine physical examination. The client’s skin turgor is fair, but the client reports fatigue and weakness. The skin is warm and dry, pulse is 116 beats/min, and urine is concentrated. which instructions should the nurse provide
Drink more water to prevent further dehydration
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How often do you turn patients to prevent pressure injuries
1 to 2 hours
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What are dressings to treat pressure injuries
Gauze sponges Transparent adhesive film Hyrocolloid dressings
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What are some reasons for ostomies
Cancer, IBD, diverticulitis, Trauma, congenital abnormalities
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What is the definition of a food desert?
Grocery stores 1 mile away
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T/F decreased food security can lead to poor patient outcomes, longer hospital admissions due to delayed healing
T
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What does BMR mean
Basic metabolic rate is the energy needed at rest to maintain life-sustaining activities Breathing Circulation Heart rate Temperature
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What is REE
Resting energy expenditure is the amount of energy you need to consume over 24 hour period for your body to maintain all of its internal working activities while at rest
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What are some factors that would affect REE
Illness, pregnancy, activity level and lactation
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What are the 6 nutrients
Carbohydrates Protein Fats Water Vitamins Minerals
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What are proteins essential for
Essential for growth, maintenance, and repair of body tissue
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What are complete protein?
High quality protein, contains all amino acids in sufficient quantity to support growth and maintain nitrogen balance
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What is the most calorie-dense nutrient
Fats
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What are fats comprised of?
Composed of triglycerides and fatty acids
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What percentage of water takes up the weight of the body?
60%-70% of total body weight
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T/F vitamins are inorganic substances present in small amount in foods that are essential to normal metabolism
False Vitamins are organic substances present in small amounts in foods that are esssential to normal metabolism
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What are the fat soluble vitamins What are the water soluble vitamins
Fat soluble — (ADEK) Water— C AND B
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What are minerals by definition
Minerals are inorganic elements essential to the body as catalysts in biochemical reactions
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What is the ideal time for breastfeeding
6 months is ideal
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How much calories does the mother need more a day
500 KCal more a day
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When does you wait to introduce to the infant
Cow milk should wait until the infant is 12 months or older
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T/F do women who use oral contraceptives need extra vitamins
T
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What is the recommended amount of protein when pregnant
60 grams
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What is the amount of folic acid needed during pregnancy
600 MCG
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T/F Vitmains and mineral need decreases with 65+ adults
False, Vitamins and Mineral needs stay the same
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What are the developmental needs to older adults?
Changes in appetite, taste, smell Income is fixed—amount of money available Lack of transportation to the store Oral health—missing teeth—malnutrition and dehydration Thirst sensation diminishes, leading to inadequate fluid intake
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How often do we increase the hourly rate of enteral tube feeding
Increase the hourly rate very 8-12 hours per doctors orders if tolerating
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T/F feeding enteral route reduces sepsis, minimizes hypem etabolic response to trauma
T
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What are some restrictions of enteral tube feeding
NG tubes are used for less than 4 weeks Surgically placed tubes are preferred long term X-rays is the most accurate way to check placement
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What are diagnoses to place an enteral feeding tube
Risk for aspiration Impaired self-feeding Impaired swallowing Nutrition imbalance
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What do we need to consider for an enteral feeding tub
Budget Culture Food safety Interest in change
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What are food examples of clear liquid diet?
Coffee, tea, carbonated beverages, clear fruit juices, gelatin, popsicles
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What are food examples of full liquid diet
Ice cream, blended cream soups, custards, refined cooked cereals, vegetable juice, puréed vegetables, all fruit juices
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What are food examples of thickened liquid diet
Puréed meats, vegetables, and fruits, mashed potatoes and gravy
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What is the food examples of mechanical soft
All cream soups, ground or diced meats, flaked fish, cottage cheese, cheese, rice, potatoes, pancakes, light breads, cooked vegetables, cooked or canned fruits, bananas, soups, peanut butter, eggs
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What are food examples of High fiber diets
Fresh uncooked fruits, steamed vegetables, bran, oatmeal, and dried fruits
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What is a diabetic diet
Focuses on total energy, nutrient and food distribution, include a balances intake of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, varied caloric recommendations
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What is a gluten free diet
Eliminates wheats, oats, rye, barley, and their derivatives
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Differentiate type 1 and types 2 diabetes
Type 1-requires both insulin and dietary management Type 2 - controlled by diet and exercise therapy
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How can stress cause urinary elongation problems
Cough/sneeze you pee
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What are the common urinary elimination problems
Stress Urgency Reflex
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What are the characteristics of urine
Color Clarity Odor Manifestations
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Day 1, what is the frequency and color of the urine
Once in 24 hours Reddish-orange
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What color is the urine of day 5 and after
Pale yellow
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What is the normal pH of urine
4.6-8.0
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Are glucose and ketones present in urine?
No they should not be present
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What is the normal protein in urine
8mg/100mL
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What is the normal range of WBC in urine
0-4
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What are the normal lab values of specific gravity of urine
1.005-1.030
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What are the common bowel elongation problems
Constipation Impaction Diarrhea Incontinence
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What are the 6 assessments of stool
Color Odor Consistency Frequency Shape Constituents
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What are the 6 assessments of stool
Color Odor Consistency Frequency Shape Contituents
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What is encopresis
This occurs when a child who is old enough to have bowel control (4 years old and older does not have control)
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When do children have voluntary control of voiding urine
18-24 months of age
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What is enuresis?
This occurs when a child who is old enough to have bladder control (3 years and older) does not have control
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What are the bowel stimulants
Psyllium, docusate, magnesium hydroxide
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What does loperamide do to stool?
Solidify stool
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What is bisacodyl
Bowel stimulant
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What interventions promote healthful elimination
Hydration Adequate dietary fiber Regular toileting practices Regular exercise Avoidance of environmental contamination Put patient in voiding position