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[Show more]1. While feeding a patient, the nurse puts the fork down on the tray and turns on the suction machine. Why might the nurse perform this action? 
A. The patient is tilting the head backward while drinking. B. The patient is choking. C. Food has dripped or spilled onto the patient's clothing. D. The ...
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Add to cart1. While feeding a patient, the nurse puts the fork down on the tray and turns on the suction machine. Why might the nurse perform this action? 
A. The patient is tilting the head backward while drinking. B. The patient is choking. C. Food has dripped or spilled onto the patient's clothing. D. The ...
The nurse is to administer a medication to a client in isolation and the medication is in a multi-dose container. How will the nurse complete the third check of medication administration? A. Complete the third check before placing the multi-dose container back in the drawer B. Take the multi-dose co...
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Add to cartThe nurse is to administer a medication to a client in isolation and the medication is in a multi-dose container. How will the nurse complete the third check of medication administration? A. Complete the third check before placing the multi-dose container back in the drawer B. Take the multi-dose co...
The nurses are discussing the importance of using SBAR when communicating. What is the purpose of SBAR? 
A way to provide clear, concise information concerning a patient's status. 
A way to prevent bullying from occurring in the workplace. 
A way to provide safety by preventing falls. 
A way to ter...
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Add to cartThe nurses are discussing the importance of using SBAR when communicating. What is the purpose of SBAR? 
A way to provide clear, concise information concerning a patient's status. 
A way to prevent bullying from occurring in the workplace. 
A way to provide safety by preventing falls. 
A way to ter...
A health care provider has ordered restraints for a older adult client who is delirious from the pain medication she was administered. Which guideline is appropriate for utilizing restraints? 
a. The patient should be assessed every 1-2 hours. b. Chemical restraints should be used before physical re...
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Add to cartA health care provider has ordered restraints for a older adult client who is delirious from the pain medication she was administered. Which guideline is appropriate for utilizing restraints? 
a. The patient should be assessed every 1-2 hours. b. Chemical restraints should be used before physical re...
Point of Maximal impulse At the apex of the heart (apical HR) - Base is the top of the heart; apex is the bottom. 
The coronary arteries Originate from the aorta just above the aortic valve - They supply arterial blood to the heart - Receive most of the blood from diastole, when the aortic valve clo...
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Add to cartPoint of Maximal impulse At the apex of the heart (apical HR) - Base is the top of the heart; apex is the bottom. 
The coronary arteries Originate from the aorta just above the aortic valve - They supply arterial blood to the heart - Receive most of the blood from diastole, when the aortic valve clo...
In which situation would it be appropriate for the nurse to use an antiseptic hand rub to perform hand hygiene? The nurse's hands are not visibly soiled. 
When removing a gown worn as personal protective equipment (PPE) while caring for a patient in isolation, why does the nurse avoid touching the ...
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Add to cartIn which situation would it be appropriate for the nurse to use an antiseptic hand rub to perform hand hygiene? The nurse's hands are not visibly soiled. 
When removing a gown worn as personal protective equipment (PPE) while caring for a patient in isolation, why does the nurse avoid touching the ...
Miasmic Theory of Disease Transmission belief that infection spread through smell/fumes; incorrect but connected sanitation to disease 
Florence Nightingale practiced segregation, disinfection, and ventilation 
Antony van Leeuwenhoek first person observed "animalcules" = microorganisms; didn't li...
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Add to cartMiasmic Theory of Disease Transmission belief that infection spread through smell/fumes; incorrect but connected sanitation to disease 
Florence Nightingale practiced segregation, disinfection, and ventilation 
Antony van Leeuwenhoek first person observed "animalcules" = microorganisms; didn't li...
Nursing Process An organized, systematic method of giving individualized care that focuses on the unique human response to an actual or potential alteration in health. Its a set of deliberate activities that a nurse should perform in order to give the patient the best possible nursing care. 
A syste...
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Add to cartNursing Process An organized, systematic method of giving individualized care that focuses on the unique human response to an actual or potential alteration in health. Its a set of deliberate activities that a nurse should perform in order to give the patient the best possible nursing care. 
A syste...
Urinary system Genitourinary System, similar to a water filtration plant. Its main function is to filter and remove waste products from the blood 
1st filtration __________ - particles are filtered by millions of nephrons that make up each kidney 
2nd reabsorption _____________ - much of the electro...
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Add to cartUrinary system Genitourinary System, similar to a water filtration plant. Its main function is to filter and remove waste products from the blood 
1st filtration __________ - particles are filtered by millions of nephrons that make up each kidney 
2nd reabsorption _____________ - much of the electro...
The nurse is presenting an in-service on the importance of collaborative communication. What critical event identified by The Joint Commission is an outcome of poor communication among health care workers and should be included? The occurrence of a patient event resulting in death or serious injury....
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Add to cartThe nurse is presenting an in-service on the importance of collaborative communication. What critical event identified by The Joint Commission is an outcome of poor communication among health care workers and should be included? The occurrence of a patient event resulting in death or serious injury....
Narrowing causes an obstruction of blood flow. - Acyanotic is classification of heart defect when the patient does not have signs of cyanosis. - Cyanotic is when children have symptoms of cyanosis. - Mixed is when saturated and desaturated blood flow mixes. 
What is a priority patient outcome for a ...
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Add to cartNarrowing causes an obstruction of blood flow. - Acyanotic is classification of heart defect when the patient does not have signs of cyanosis. - Cyanotic is when children have symptoms of cyanosis. - Mixed is when saturated and desaturated blood flow mixes. 
What is a priority patient outcome for a ...
A nurse is providing instructions for a client who has been experiencing insomnia and has a new prescription for temazepam. The nurse should inform the client that which of the following manifestations are adverse effects of temazepam? (Select all that apply) A. Incoordination B. Hypertension C. Pru...
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Add to cartA nurse is providing instructions for a client who has been experiencing insomnia and has a new prescription for temazepam. The nurse should inform the client that which of the following manifestations are adverse effects of temazepam? (Select all that apply) A. Incoordination B. Hypertension C. Pru...
An important aspect of health care - assessing a patient's culture and the many beliefs and practices that make up a patient's value system - these beliefs, practices, and values influence how patients think about health issues, including what causes illness, how it can be cured or treated, and ot...
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Add to cartAn important aspect of health care - assessing a patient's culture and the many beliefs and practices that make up a patient's value system - these beliefs, practices, and values influence how patients think about health issues, including what causes illness, how it can be cured or treated, and ot...
How do drugs affect the elderly? many drugs are metabolized slowly, have a longer action and are more likely to accumulate 
What are patient related variables to drug absorption and action? age, weight, the individual drug response (pharmacogenetics), ethnicity, sex 
What are drug related variables ...
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Add to cartHow do drugs affect the elderly? many drugs are metabolized slowly, have a longer action and are more likely to accumulate 
What are patient related variables to drug absorption and action? age, weight, the individual drug response (pharmacogenetics), ethnicity, sex 
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The acute care nurse is preparing to bathe a client and notices that the client is wearing a regular hospital gown and has continuous intravenous fluids infusing. Which action by the nurse is appropriate? A. Carefully thread the IV bag and tubing through the arm of the regular gown, and then replace...
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Add to cartThe acute care nurse is preparing to bathe a client and notices that the client is wearing a regular hospital gown and has continuous intravenous fluids infusing. Which action by the nurse is appropriate? A. Carefully thread the IV bag and tubing through the arm of the regular gown, and then replace...
What is surgery? The art of treating diseases, injuries, and deformities by operation and instrumentation 
An example of curative surgery? Necrotizing pneumonia, remove lobe of lung to get rid of disease 
What is an example of Palliative surgery? tumor blocking part of bowel, no passage of stool, re...
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Add to cartWhat is surgery? The art of treating diseases, injuries, and deformities by operation and instrumentation 
An example of curative surgery? Necrotizing pneumonia, remove lobe of lung to get rid of disease 
What is an example of Palliative surgery? tumor blocking part of bowel, no passage of stool, re...
The nurse is helping a client to climb stairs while using a cane. Which step will the nurse emphasize? 
Advance the weaker leg up the stair first, followed by the cane and stronger leg. 
Place the cane one step above and use the stronger leg to pull the weaker leg upward. 
Advance the stronger leg u...
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Add to cartThe nurse is helping a client to climb stairs while using a cane. Which step will the nurse emphasize? 
Advance the weaker leg up the stair first, followed by the cane and stronger leg. 
Place the cane one step above and use the stronger leg to pull the weaker leg upward. 
Advance the stronger leg u...
Metabolized in the liver, small amount stays in the body as toxic metabolite. Lacks the anti-inflammatory activity. Acetaminophen 
Does not affect bleeding or platelet but is a antipyretic agent and analgesic. Acetaminophen Does not cause N/V, GI bleeding or interfere with blood clotting. 
Poisoning...
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Add to cartMetabolized in the liver, small amount stays in the body as toxic metabolite. Lacks the anti-inflammatory activity. Acetaminophen 
Does not affect bleeding or platelet but is a antipyretic agent and analgesic. Acetaminophen Does not cause N/V, GI bleeding or interfere with blood clotting. 
Poisoning...
PKU diet to follow Breast Feeding or PA+ Free Formula. Restricted PA + Intake Throughout Life; No meat, limited fruits & vegetables, limited grains 
What happens if people with PKU don't follow their diet Short Attention Span Poor short term memory Visual perception problems Poor motor coordination...
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Add to cartPKU diet to follow Breast Feeding or PA+ Free Formula. Restricted PA + Intake Throughout Life; No meat, limited fruits & vegetables, limited grains 
What happens if people with PKU don't follow their diet Short Attention Span Poor short term memory Visual perception problems Poor motor coordination...
What are the Anti-TB pulmonary drugs? First line therapy 
1. Rifampin 2. Pyrazinamide 3. Ethambutol 
What are the Respiratory drugs? Albuterol nebulizer and inhaler 
Advair Discus DPI fluticasone / salmeterol 
Tiotropium / Spiriva handihaler 
Prednisone 
What are ABCs of nursing? airway, breathing, ...
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Add to cartWhat are the Anti-TB pulmonary drugs? First line therapy 
1. Rifampin 2. Pyrazinamide 3. Ethambutol 
What are the Respiratory drugs? Albuterol nebulizer and inhaler 
Advair Discus DPI fluticasone / salmeterol 
Tiotropium / Spiriva handihaler 
Prednisone 
What are ABCs of nursing? airway, breathing, ...
What teaching does the nurse include for a patient with atrial fibrillation who has a new prescription for warfarin? A."It is important to consume a diet high in green leafy vegetables." B."You would take aspirin or ibuprofen for headache." C."Report nosebleeds to your provider immediately." D...
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Add to cartWhat teaching does the nurse include for a patient with atrial fibrillation who has a new prescription for warfarin? A."It is important to consume a diet high in green leafy vegetables." B."You would take aspirin or ibuprofen for headache." C."Report nosebleeds to your provider immediately." D...
Types of inhalation devices Metered-dose inhalers (MDI), soft-mist inhalers (SMI), dry powder inhalers (DPI), and small-volume nebulizers (SVN) 
How to use a MDI Begin slow inhalation, rapid inhale with hand-breath coordination, hold for 10 seconds, and repeat 1 minute later 
How much of the active ...
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Add to cartTypes of inhalation devices Metered-dose inhalers (MDI), soft-mist inhalers (SMI), dry powder inhalers (DPI), and small-volume nebulizers (SVN) 
How to use a MDI Begin slow inhalation, rapid inhale with hand-breath coordination, hold for 10 seconds, and repeat 1 minute later 
How much of the active ...
Describe the factors that influence personal hygiene practices. Comfort, self image, decrease in infection/disease. 
When is a great time to assess the pt/ pt skin? during a bath 
What factors affect personal hygiene? : cultures : socioeconomic class : spiritual practices : developmental levels : he...
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Add to cartDescribe the factors that influence personal hygiene practices. Comfort, self image, decrease in infection/disease. 
When is a great time to assess the pt/ pt skin? during a bath 
What factors affect personal hygiene? : cultures : socioeconomic class : spiritual practices : developmental levels : he...
What two hormones does the thyroid produce? Triiodothyronine (T3) Thyroxine (T4) 
Which thyroid hormone is converted in the periphery? T4 is converted to T3 
Which thyroid hormone is more potent? T3 
Describe the steps of thyroid hormone regulation. (TRH, TSH, T3, T4, negative feedback loop) TRH fro...
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Add to cartWhat two hormones does the thyroid produce? Triiodothyronine (T3) Thyroxine (T4) 
Which thyroid hormone is converted in the periphery? T4 is converted to T3 
Which thyroid hormone is more potent? T3 
Describe the steps of thyroid hormone regulation. (TRH, TSH, T3, T4, negative feedback loop) TRH fro...
Snellen eye chart assessment -measures distance visual acuity **6 m or 20 ft. Away **well lit, at patient's eye level -tests each eye -read through till smallest possible letters and request to read the line after that -note if they wear glasses or contacts (should be wearing them during assessment...
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Add to cartSnellen eye chart assessment -measures distance visual acuity **6 m or 20 ft. Away **well lit, at patient's eye level -tests each eye -read through till smallest possible letters and request to read the line after that -note if they wear glasses or contacts (should be wearing them during assessment...
1. In which three states were the first training schools for nursing practice opened? a. Florida, Georgia and Alabama b. Texas, California and Arkansas c. Wyoming, South Dakota and North Dakota d. New York, Connecticut and Boston D 
2. What are the basic concepts of nursing? a. Person, Environment a...
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Add to cart1. In which three states were the first training schools for nursing practice opened? a. Florida, Georgia and Alabama b. Texas, California and Arkansas c. Wyoming, South Dakota and North Dakota d. New York, Connecticut and Boston D 
2. What are the basic concepts of nursing? a. Person, Environment a...
What are MDIs and how should they be used? Metered dose inhalers: small, hand-held, pressurized devices. Begin slow inhalation before activation, hold medicine in lungs for 10 seconds, and wait 1 minutes between activations. 
What are two advantages of inhalers using the HFA propellant? Don't affec...
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Add to cartWhat are MDIs and how should they be used? Metered dose inhalers: small, hand-held, pressurized devices. Begin slow inhalation before activation, hold medicine in lungs for 10 seconds, and wait 1 minutes between activations. 
What are two advantages of inhalers using the HFA propellant? Don't affec...
Mechanical Wounds -Sterile surgical -Intentional -Controlled -Trauma related -Unintentional -Intentional Neuropathic/Vascular -Circulation anomalies -Skin failure -Pressure related- boney prominences, devices, shearing/friction 
Primary intention wounds -Closed, glued -Approximated edges -Minimal ti...
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Add to cartMechanical Wounds -Sterile surgical -Intentional -Controlled -Trauma related -Unintentional -Intentional Neuropathic/Vascular -Circulation anomalies -Skin failure -Pressure related- boney prominences, devices, shearing/friction 
Primary intention wounds -Closed, glued -Approximated edges -Minimal ti...
Basic Concepts in Child Development Children are individuals, not small adults Family-centered care is always the objective in the care of children. Children are influenced by genetic factors, home and evironment, and parental attitudes. Chronological and developmental ages of children are the singl...
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Add to cartBasic Concepts in Child Development Children are individuals, not small adults Family-centered care is always the objective in the care of children. Children are influenced by genetic factors, home and evironment, and parental attitudes. Chronological and developmental ages of children are the singl...
What is agoraphobia? extreme or irrational fear of crowded spaces or enclosed public places. 
What are symptoms of PTSD? -Re-experiencing the traumatic event in dreams or memories. -dissociate from reality -AVOIDANCE -irritable -insomnia -startled response -chronic depression 
What is EMDR and what ...
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Add to cartWhat is agoraphobia? extreme or irrational fear of crowded spaces or enclosed public places. 
What are symptoms of PTSD? -Re-experiencing the traumatic event in dreams or memories. -dissociate from reality -AVOIDANCE -irritable -insomnia -startled response -chronic depression 
What is EMDR and what ...
List and explain the 4 defensive factors which protect the stomach and duodenum from self-digestion. Mucus - forms a barrier to protect underlying cells from gastric acid and pepsin. Bicarbonate - neutralizes any acid which penetrates the mucus. Blood flow - maintains integrity or health of the muco...
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Add to cartList and explain the 4 defensive factors which protect the stomach and duodenum from self-digestion. Mucus - forms a barrier to protect underlying cells from gastric acid and pepsin. Bicarbonate - neutralizes any acid which penetrates the mucus. Blood flow - maintains integrity or health of the muco...
Advocacy can be defined as protecting by expressing and defending the cause of another. Thes ana key concept. Client advocacy is a primary role of the nurse. 
Examples of client advocacy include: representing the client's needs and wishes to other healthcare professionals. 
Helping clients exercise...
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Add to cartAdvocacy can be defined as protecting by expressing and defending the cause of another. Thes ana key concept. Client advocacy is a primary role of the nurse. 
Examples of client advocacy include: representing the client's needs and wishes to other healthcare professionals. 
Helping clients exercise...
Schizophrenia ________________ is characterized by a deteriorating personality, is a profoundly disabling mental/physical illness, and is a term used to escribe a major psychotic disorder characterized by disturbances in Perception, Thought Processes, Reality Testing, Feeling, Behavior, Attention, &...
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Add to cartSchizophrenia ________________ is characterized by a deteriorating personality, is a profoundly disabling mental/physical illness, and is a term used to escribe a major psychotic disorder characterized by disturbances in Perception, Thought Processes, Reality Testing, Feeling, Behavior, Attention, &...
An 18-year-old college Freshman has had asthma since she was 5 years old. During the past year, she has had occasional asthma attacks and used an albuterol (Proventil) inhaler 2 to 4 times a week on an as needed (PRN) basis. As she tries to make the adjustment to college life and participate in all ...
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Add to cartAn 18-year-old college Freshman has had asthma since she was 5 years old. During the past year, she has had occasional asthma attacks and used an albuterol (Proventil) inhaler 2 to 4 times a week on an as needed (PRN) basis. As she tries to make the adjustment to college life and participate in all ...
The nurse is planning care for a client with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus that requires insulin. Which assessment should the nurse identify before beginning the teaching session? 
Present knowledge related to the skill of injection. Intelligence and developmental level of the client. Willingnes...
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Add to cartThe nurse is planning care for a client with newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus that requires insulin. Which assessment should the nurse identify before beginning the teaching session? 
Present knowledge related to the skill of injection. Intelligence and developmental level of the client. Willingnes...
Which finding in the urine analysis of a pregnant woman is considered a variation of normal? a. Proteinuria b. Glucosuria c. Bacteria in the urine d. Ketones in the urine •ANS: B •Small amounts of glucose may indicate "physiologic spilling." The presence of protein could indicate kidney diseas...
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Add to cartWhich finding in the urine analysis of a pregnant woman is considered a variation of normal? a. Proteinuria b. Glucosuria c. Bacteria in the urine d. Ketones in the urine •ANS: B •Small amounts of glucose may indicate "physiologic spilling." The presence of protein could indicate kidney diseas...
1. Patient-centered care 2. Teamwork and collaboration 3. Evidence based practice 4. Quality improvement 5.Safety 6. Informatics What are the 6 QSEN competencies? 
The provision of caring and compassionate, culturally sensitive care that addresses clients' physiological, psychological, sociological...
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Add to cart1. Patient-centered care 2. Teamwork and collaboration 3. Evidence based practice 4. Quality improvement 5.Safety 6. Informatics What are the 6 QSEN competencies? 
The provision of caring and compassionate, culturally sensitive care that addresses clients' physiological, psychological, sociological...
Synergistic drug effect Actions of two or more drugs administered together, whereby an effect produced is greater than if administered separately. (i.e. 1+1>2) 
Additive drug effect same class, same therapeutic effect, WORK TOGETHER, minimize side effects 
Antagonistic drug effect opposing effect...
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Add to cartSynergistic drug effect Actions of two or more drugs administered together, whereby an effect produced is greater than if administered separately. (i.e. 1+1>2) 
Additive drug effect same class, same therapeutic effect, WORK TOGETHER, minimize side effects 
Antagonistic drug effect opposing effect...
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