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malignant hyperthermia cause and s/s

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  • rare but life threatening inherited muscle abnormality that is triggered by specific, inhaled anesthetic agents and the depolarizing muscle relaxant succinylocholine used to induce general anethesia

Severe muscle rigidity or spasms.
Rapid, shallow breathing and problems with low oxygen and high carbon dioxide.
Rapid heart rate.
Irregular heart rhythm.
Dangerously high body temperature.
Excessive sweating.
Patchy, irregular skin color (mottled skin)

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cause of tumor lysis syndrome

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Tumor lysis syndrome is caused by the massive release of intracellular ions such as potassium, phosphorus, and nucleic acids that have been metabolized to uric acid. The main organ responsible for the excretions of these substances is the kidney.

** allopurinal = med to decrease uric acid levels

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where to give immunizations for infant

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anterolateral thigh with 1 in needle

** ventrogluteal area does not have enough muscle mass till at least age 3

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medications that cannot be combined

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MAOIs (segeline) and SSRIs –> serotonin syndrome, NMS and hypertensive crisis

MAOIs need to be discontinued for at least 2 weeks before starting a new medication

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concerning assessment of neonate

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**ptosis (Drooping of eyelid) could be indicative of paralysis of a cranial nerve

** remember that fluid heard in lungs should clear on its own with transition into real life, testes should decend by 6 months

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sickle cell anemia

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at risk for dehydration

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hemophilia a

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abnormal/inability to blood to clot

**not at risk for dehydration, no need for special diet

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concerns with “sulfa” drugs

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dehydration

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IBD

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common to have lower hemoglobin

common to have elevated c-reactive protein, ESR, and WBCs

  • *black tarry stools require followup but not immediate priority
  • *at risk for dehydration
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how often should a peripheral IV be changed

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72-96 hours

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tachyarrhythmias intervention

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cardioversion

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s/s of an asthma attack

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rapid breathing
chest tightness
wheezing on expiratory
use of accessory muscles
cough from airway inflamation and increased mucus production
diminished breath sounds d/t hyperinflation

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IM injections

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muscular area, 1 in to 1.5 inches for adults

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graves disease s/s

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fever
excessive autonomic activity
AMS

*** condition occurs when the thyroid gland secretes excessive amount of hormone during stress, trauma, surgery, infection, etc

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botulism

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life threatening condition with different causes… all stem from bacteria which could lead to paralysis

(from eating honey… young infants are unable to breakdown the bacteria in it)
–> improperly canned foods
early s/s –> can’t hold head up, constipation, diminished DTR, difficulty feeding

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breast engorgement treatment for woman who is exclusively using formula

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cabbage leaves until they wilt
analgesic
ice packs for 15-20 mins every 3-4 hours

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EA/TEF

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frothy saliva 
coughing 
choking 
drooling 
distended abdomen
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care of ascending colostomy

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identify foods that are gassy/cause odor, avoid
clarify medications that are enteric coated with doctor
need sufficient fluid intake

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clozapine (clozaril)

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atypical antipsychotic
at risk for agranulocytosis, cardiac disease (myocarditis) and seizures

**common side effects: weight gain, hypersalivation

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valsalva manuver

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vagus nerve is stimulated
this slows down heart rate and decreases CO which could lead to cardiac complications
straining increases intra-abdominal and intrathoracic pressure and ICP
remember contraindicted in liver cirrhosis, eye surgery, heart disease, head injury, stroke, etc

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pts that should not use the valsalva manuver

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vagus nerve is stimulated
this slows down heart rate and decreases CO which could lead to cardiac complications
straining increases intra-abdominal and intrathoracic pressure and ICP
remember contraindicted in liver cirrhosis, eye surgery, heart disease, head injury, stroke, etc

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ACE inhibitors

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increase serum potassium, so always assess BP and K+ prior to administration

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SBFT

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imaging study to assess the function of the small bowel
non-invasive
fast for 8 hours prior to administration
stools may be chalky for 72 hours

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complications of PEEP

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barotrauma –> pneumothorax and subcutaneous emphysema … decreased venous return which can lead to hypotension

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raynaud phenomenon

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vasospastic disorder resulting in an episodic vascular response related to cold temp or emotional stress
s/s
color change in appendages
white in color from decreased perfusion followed by bluish-purple appearance d/t cyanosis
numbness/coldness

pt should immerse hands in warm watter
may also be prescribed CCB
avoid COLD water

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fifth disease “slapped face” or erythema infectiosum

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viral illness caused by human parvovirus and affects mainly school aged children
- spread thru resp secretions and period of communicability occurs before onset of symptoms

  • distinct red rash on cheeks then spreads to extremities and a maculopapular rash develops then goes to proximal and distal surfaces
  • malaise
  • joint pain
  • can take NSAIDS
  • typically recover within 7-10 days
  • once they develop symptoms THEY ARE NO LONGER INFECTIOUS …. ISOLATION NOT REQUIRED
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transplant pts

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likely immunosuppressed by steroids and anti-rejection drugs

  • organ transplant clients will have blunted response to infection, such as a low-grade fever
  • *SYSTEMIC SYMPTOMS may indicate serious underlying infection**
  • may develop fulminant sepsis w/in a few hours if antibiotics are delayed
  • *IN PRIORITIZING PTS SYSTEMIC > LOCALIZED S/S**
28
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position for prolapsed cord

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knee-chest position or trendelenburg
nurse can also use sterile, gloved hand to lift the presenting part off the cord
other –> o2 and IV fluids

otherwise –> cord compression and impaired fetal oxygenation occurs
emergency c-section ususally required unless vag birth is imminent and safe

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shoulder dystocia

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mcroberts maneuver

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leopold maneuver

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systematic approach to palpating the pregnant abdomen to identify fetal presentation

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Kawasaki disease

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mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- >/= 5 days of fever, bilateral nonexudative conjunctivitis, mucositis, cervical luymphadenopathy, rash and extremity swelling

CORONARY ARTERY ANEURYSMS are the most serious possible sequelae in untreated clients.. need EKG

IVIG and aspirin therapy… parents cautioned about risk of reye syndrome… also teach CPR

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scope of practice RN

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clinical assessment 
intitial client education 
discharge education 
clinical judgement 
initiating blood transfusion
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scope of LPN/LVN

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monitor RN findingd 
reinforce education 
routine procedures (cath insertion)
most med administrations 
ostomy care
tube patency & enteral feeding
specific assessments (lung sounds, bowel, neuro checks)
34
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scope of UAP

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activities of daily living 
hygiene 
linen change 
routine, stable VS 
documenting i/o
positioning
35
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catatonic schizophrenia

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immbolity, remaining mute, bizarre postures, extreme postures, extreme negativism, staring
- unable to meet basic needs so at high risk for dehydration and malnutrition

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myelomeningocele

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  • occurs as result of neural tube failing to fuse properly during fetal development
    high risk for infection, priority is to cover the area with sterile moise dressing
  • at risk for hydrocephalus
  • place newborn in prone position, with face turned to side to prevent rupture
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therapeutic aPTT for heparin pt

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between 46-70 seconds (1.5-2.0x baseline)

protamine is reversal agent for heparin

38
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autonomic dysreflexia

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occur in any individual with a spinal cord injury at or above T6

  • leads to exaggerated sympathetic nervous system response resulting in uncontrolled hypertension
  • common triggers include bladder or rectum distension and pressure ulcers

MANIFESTATIONS:
acute onset of throbbing h/a, nausea, blurred vision; hypertension and bradycardia; diaphoresis and skin flushing above level of injury

MED EMERGENCY –> need bladder cath to remove precipitating trigger

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GBS

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acute immune-mediated polyneuropathy

  • ascending muscle paralysis
  • absence of reflexes
  • autonomic dysfunction is common (orthostatic hypotension, paralytic ileus, urinary retention, diaphoresis)
  • NM respiratory failure is the most life-threatening complication monitor rate and depth of resp

GOLD STANDARD FOR ASSESSING EARLY VENTILATION FAILURE: measurement of serial bedside forced vital capacity (spirometry)

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active pulmonary TB

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- airborne precaution (N95, hand hygiene)
clinical manifestations:
- cough
- night sweats
- fever 
- hemoptysis 
- unintended weight loss
- fatigue 
**negative pressure room**
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ectopic pregnancy

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fertilized egg implants and begins to grow outside the uterine cavity
- may report a positive pregnancy test
- abdominal pain
vaginal spotting/bleeding
** can result in hemorrhage if left untreated and hemodynamic compromise**

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reaction to MMRV vax

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  • within 5-12 days after 1st dose
  • low-grade fever, mild rash, swelling and erythema, irritability and restlessness
  • rare but fever after MMRV cax can lead to febrile seizures
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toxoplasmosis

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parasitic infection… acquired from exposure to infected cat feces or ingestion of undercooked meat or soil contaminated fruits/veggies

can cause serious fetal harm

44
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SE of statins

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hepatotoxicity
muscle aches

**assess LFT prior to starting med

45
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manifestations of airway obstruction

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snoring
use of accessory muscles
decr o2 saturations
cyanosis

head tilt and chin lift is a maneuver used to open the airway

46
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risk factors of postpartum hemorrhage + extras

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risk factors: grand multiparity (ie >/ 5 births), intrauterine infection, prolonged labor, use of oxytocin during labor, and coagulopathy

perineal pad that is saturated in 1 hour indicates heavy/excessive bleeding –> hemodynamic compromise

** assess fundal tone, lochia amount and VS and notify HCP IMMEDIATELY!**

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burn injuries

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cause cellular destruction, capillary leaking and fluid shifts
fluids are lost during the emergent phase (first 24-72 hours), resulting in hypovolemia and hyponatremia… blood is more viscous and incr hematocrit and hemoglobin values

also releases potassium so hyperkalemia tall, peaked T waves, shortened QT interval and cardiac arrhythmias

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mature minors

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adolescents 14-18, deemed able to understand treatment risks

allowed to give independent consent to receive/refuse treatment for some conditions (STIs, family planning, drug and alcohol abuse, blood donation and mental health care)

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mild-to-moderate dementia

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may need frequent reality reorientation to promote appropriate behaviors

advanced dementia –> reality orientation may not be effective and might lead to anxiety, inappropriate behaviors and aggression, then use validation therapy

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cirrhosis

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leads to elevated bilirubin, ammonia and coagulation studies (PT/INR and aPTT)

hyponatremia and hypoalbuminemia are expected

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polycythemia vera

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requires periodic therapeutic phlebotomy treatments to reduce RBC count + risk of blood clotting associated with increased blood viscosity

** this can also occur secondary in someone w chronic hypoxemia (such as COPD) **
sluggish blood means decr tissue perfusion

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thrombocytopenic purpura

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autoimmune condition in which antibodies bind to and cause destruction of platelets
increased risk for bleeding

  • *remember better to use electric razors, not safety razors**
    • low impact activity**
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somatic symptom disorder

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psychological disorder that develops from stress –> medically unexplainable physical symtpoms

  • *redirect somatic complaints to unrelated, neutral topics
    • limit time spent discussing physical symptoms
    • secondary gains –> factors that intensify symptoms and coping strategies
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IV narcotics *pregnancy

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nalbuphine, butorphanol, meperidine

give during the peak of contractions… can help decrease the sedation of the fetus and subsequent NB resp distress at birth

less med passes the placental barrier

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autonomic dysfunction + causes

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dysfunction of the nerves that regulate nonvoluntary body functions, HR, BP and sweating *also affects BR, digestion, sensation

** can be sudden and severe but also reversible… typically irreversible

causes: uncontrolled diabetes, irregulat protein build up in organs (amyloidosis), autodimmune diseases, some meds (cancer drugs), viruses and bacteria (HIV, botulism, lyme) and some inherited disorders (hypothyrodism)

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