Werner Ch. 4 Flashcards
What should a person consume when they are sick?
Liquids such as water, tea, juices, and broths
Adding what increases energy?
sugar and vegetable oil
If a person can barely swallow how long should they wait apart to drink liquids?
5-10 minutes
How many liters should an adult take when sick?
2 liters or more every day
How much should an adult urinate when sick?
240 mL 3-4 times daily
How should clothes, bedding, and towels be cleaned to kill viruses?
Wash in hot soapy waters or add bleach
Why is repositioning important?
It prevents bed sores and pneumonia
What should you watch out for when sick?
Check pulse, breathing, and temperature 4 times a day
What are the 4 basics of good care?
- comfort the person when they are sick
- give liquids
3.personal cleanliness
4.give good food
What are the 3 vital signs?
- temperature
- pulse
- breathing
- do this 4 times a day
What are some signs of dangerous illnesses?
1.loss of blood
2. cough blood
3. blue lips and nails
4. difficulty breathing
5. coma
6. fainting
7. not urinating
8. blood in urine
9. pregnancy problems
