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[Show more]3 groups of major organ glands endocrine glands that serve only as endocrine glands (pituitary, pineal, parathyroid, thyroid, thymus, adrenal) 
Endocrine glands that can also be exocrine (pancreas, ovaries, testis) 
Hypothalamus - can synthesize/control hormones to affect other endocrine glands 
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Add to cart3 groups of major organ glands endocrine glands that serve only as endocrine glands (pituitary, pineal, parathyroid, thyroid, thymus, adrenal) 
Endocrine glands that can also be exocrine (pancreas, ovaries, testis) 
Hypothalamus - can synthesize/control hormones to affect other endocrine glands 
End...
A patient has decreased fluid volume after open heart surgery, and his cardiac output is low. Which of the factors affecting co is most likely the contributing factor to the low co? 
A. Preload B. Afterload C. Contractility D. Blood pressure a 
Where does the electrical impulse in the heart begin? 
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Add to cartA patient has decreased fluid volume after open heart surgery, and his cardiac output is low. Which of the factors affecting co is most likely the contributing factor to the low co? 
A. Preload B. Afterload C. Contractility D. Blood pressure a 
Where does the electrical impulse in the heart begin? 
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Autonomic Dysreflexia An emergent condition seen in patients with spinal cord injuries at level T6 and above. Characterized by uncontrolled, rapid-onset hypertension, bradycardia, intense headaches and facial erythema. Triggered by "noxious stimuli". 
Autonomic Dysreflexia intervention Raise head ...
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Add to cartAutonomic Dysreflexia An emergent condition seen in patients with spinal cord injuries at level T6 and above. Characterized by uncontrolled, rapid-onset hypertension, bradycardia, intense headaches and facial erythema. Triggered by "noxious stimuli". 
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Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) a form of the sudden onset of severe lung dysfunction affecting both lungs, making breathing extremely difficult 
Surfactant chemical produced in the lungs to maintain the surface tension of the alveoli and keep them from collapsing 
Causes & Risk Factors f...
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Add to cartAcute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) a form of the sudden onset of severe lung dysfunction affecting both lungs, making breathing extremely difficult 
Surfactant chemical produced in the lungs to maintain the surface tension of the alveoli and keep them from collapsing 
Causes & Risk Factors f...
Three D's of Cognitive Impairment dementia, delirium, depression 
Delirium an acutely disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication, and other disorders and is characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech. 
Etiology of Delirium underlying cognitive im...
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Add to cartThree D's of Cognitive Impairment dementia, delirium, depression 
Delirium an acutely disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication, and other disorders and is characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech. 
Etiology of Delirium underlying cognitive im...
A nurse is caring for a patient in the hospital. When should the nurse begin discharge planning? a. When the patient is ready. b. After an order is written/prescribed. c. Upon admission to the hospital. d. When the patient is ready. c 
A nurse provides immunization to children and adults through the...
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Add to cartA nurse is caring for a patient in the hospital. When should the nurse begin discharge planning? a. When the patient is ready. b. After an order is written/prescribed. c. Upon admission to the hospital. d. When the patient is ready. c 
A nurse provides immunization to children and adults through the...
You are preparing a presentation for your classmates regarding the clinical care coordination conference for a patient with terminal cancer. As part of the preparation you have your classmates read the Nursing Code of Ethics for Professional Registered Nurses. Your instructor asks the class why this...
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Add to cartYou are preparing a presentation for your classmates regarding the clinical care coordination conference for a patient with terminal cancer. As part of the preparation you have your classmates read the Nursing Code of Ethics for Professional Registered Nurses. Your instructor asks the class why this...
Which nurse most likely kept records on sanitation techniques and the effects on health? 
A. Florence Nightingale B. Mary Nutting C. Clara Barton D. Lillian Wald a. Florence Nightingale 
The nurse prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcome. Which standard of nursing practice i...
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Add to cartWhich nurse most likely kept records on sanitation techniques and the effects on health? 
A. Florence Nightingale B. Mary Nutting C. Clara Barton D. Lillian Wald a. Florence Nightingale 
The nurse prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcome. Which standard of nursing practice i...
What are the five steps of the nursing process? ADPIE (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation) 
What is included during the assessment phase? The systematic collection of data relating to clients, organizing data, validating data, and documenting data 
What is the purpose of ass...
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Add to cartWhat are the five steps of the nursing process? ADPIE (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation) 
What is included during the assessment phase? The systematic collection of data relating to clients, organizing data, validating data, and documenting data 
What is the purpose of ass...
Nursing as Scientific Discipline -defintion of nursing <> nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of healing, alleviation of suffering thru the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the ...
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Add to cartNursing as Scientific Discipline -defintion of nursing <> nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of healing, alleviation of suffering thru the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the ...
Variability Among Older Adults Physiological, cognitive, and psychosocial health Levels of functional ability Dependence vs. independence Strengths and abilities 
Myths and Stereotypes Ill, disabled, and unattractive Forgetful, confused, rigid, boring, unfriendly, and poor Unable to learn and unders...
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Add to cartVariability Among Older Adults Physiological, cognitive, and psychosocial health Levels of functional ability Dependence vs. independence Strengths and abilities 
Myths and Stereotypes Ill, disabled, and unattractive Forgetful, confused, rigid, boring, unfriendly, and poor Unable to learn and unders...
A 91-year-old client, who is being prepared for discharge, has been prescribed the diuretic spironolactone. While teaching the client about the drug, what major adverse effect should the nurse be sure to mention? A) Hypokalemia B) Hyperkalemia C) Angina D) Hypertension B) Hyperkalemia 
The nurse is ...
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Add to cartA 91-year-old client, who is being prepared for discharge, has been prescribed the diuretic spironolactone. While teaching the client about the drug, what major adverse effect should the nurse be sure to mention? A) Hypokalemia B) Hyperkalemia C) Angina D) Hypertension B) Hyperkalemia 
The nurse is ...
Priority levels 1. Immediate (emergency, life threatening) 2. Second level (urgent, must be addressed to prevent further deterioration) 3. Third level (important to patient health) 4. Collaborative problems ( interprofessional team, ex. substance abuse) 
Arranging the physical setting - Minimize int...
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Add to cartPriority levels 1. Immediate (emergency, life threatening) 2. Second level (urgent, must be addressed to prevent further deterioration) 3. Third level (important to patient health) 4. Collaborative problems ( interprofessional team, ex. substance abuse) 
Arranging the physical setting - Minimize int...
Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) Systolic + 2(Diastolic) /3 
Pulse pressure systolic pressure - diastolic pressure 
Pulse pressure normal ranges 40-60 mmHg 
cardiac catheterization a diagnostic procedure in which a catheter is passed into a vein or artery and then guided into the heart evaluates heart f...
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Add to cartMean Arterial Pressure (MAP) Systolic + 2(Diastolic) /3 
Pulse pressure systolic pressure - diastolic pressure 
Pulse pressure normal ranges 40-60 mmHg 
cardiac catheterization a diagnostic procedure in which a catheter is passed into a vein or artery and then guided into the heart evaluates heart f...
Joey has has just been transferred to your unit after having surgery 3 days ago. What type of assessment should be done: A. Focussed assessment B. Emergency assessment C. Comprehensive assessment A. Focussed assessment 
What is the purpose of a Health assessment? Provides information of patient's p...
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Add to cartJoey has has just been transferred to your unit after having surgery 3 days ago. What type of assessment should be done: A. Focussed assessment B. Emergency assessment C. Comprehensive assessment A. Focussed assessment 
What is the purpose of a Health assessment? Provides information of patient's p...
Perfusion The flow of blood through the arteries and capillaries delivering nutrients and O2 to cells and removing cellular waste products 
Occurs when blood supply is available but decreased When does Ischemia occur? 
Occurs with prolonged ischemia, eventually leading to necrosis and death of affec...
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Add to cartPerfusion The flow of blood through the arteries and capillaries delivering nutrients and O2 to cells and removing cellular waste products 
Occurs when blood supply is available but decreased When does Ischemia occur? 
Occurs with prolonged ischemia, eventually leading to necrosis and death of affec...
Anxiety definition sense of dread without any apparent stimulus, leads to negative coping mechanisms 
Avoidance (in anxiety) social interactions, relationships, opportunities for growth 
Somatic responses (in anxiety) palpitations, sweating, rapid breathing 
Potential causes of anxiety traumatic eve...
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Add to cartAnxiety definition sense of dread without any apparent stimulus, leads to negative coping mechanisms 
Avoidance (in anxiety) social interactions, relationships, opportunities for growth 
Somatic responses (in anxiety) palpitations, sweating, rapid breathing 
Potential causes of anxiety traumatic eve...
Intracranial regulation definition maintaining a balance to promote an environment that is conducive to optimal brain functioning 
Three components in skull brain 80% Blood 10% Csf 10% 
Icp (intracranial pressure) the sum of pressure exerted by these three elements. Normally it is below 15 mm hg 
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Add to cartIntracranial regulation definition maintaining a balance to promote an environment that is conducive to optimal brain functioning 
Three components in skull brain 80% Blood 10% Csf 10% 
Icp (intracranial pressure) the sum of pressure exerted by these three elements. Normally it is below 15 mm hg 
Wh...
What is normal ICP range? 5-15 mm Hg 
What is Monroe Kellie Hypothesis? one has to derease for other to increase (CSF, Blood, Brain Tissue) 
What are the three parts of Monroe Kellie Hypothesis? CSF- 10% Blood- 10% Brain Tissue- 80% (last to shift--decompensation to herniation) 
What leads to increa...
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Add to cartWhat is normal ICP range? 5-15 mm Hg 
What is Monroe Kellie Hypothesis? one has to derease for other to increase (CSF, Blood, Brain Tissue) 
What are the three parts of Monroe Kellie Hypothesis? CSF- 10% Blood- 10% Brain Tissue- 80% (last to shift--decompensation to herniation) 
What leads to increa...
What does fetal monitoring tell us? Fetal oxygenation, acid-base status of the fetus, ability of the CNS to regulate FHR 
What is the best predictor of fetal health? Variability 
What conditions can affect the fetal oxygen supply? 1. Maternal HTN/Hypotension 2. Hypovolemia 3. Anemia 4. Damaged vascu...
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Add to cartWhat does fetal monitoring tell us? Fetal oxygenation, acid-base status of the fetus, ability of the CNS to regulate FHR 
What is the best predictor of fetal health? Variability 
What conditions can affect the fetal oxygen supply? 1. Maternal HTN/Hypotension 2. Hypovolemia 3. Anemia 4. Damaged vascu...
What is acute renal failure and an Acute kidney injury? it is a rapid onset; rapid loss renal function with progressive increase of BUN and Creatinine, can be reversible, oliguria < 400 mL/day 
What are the three causes of acute renal failure? pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal 
What is pre-r...
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Add to cartWhat is acute renal failure and an Acute kidney injury? it is a rapid onset; rapid loss renal function with progressive increase of BUN and Creatinine, can be reversible, oliguria < 400 mL/day 
What are the three causes of acute renal failure? pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal 
What is pre-r...
What are the comprehensive geriatric assessment tests? 1. OARs: -score of 6 is functional, 30 is nonfunctional -takes a long time to complete -covers= social and economic resources, mental and physical health, ADLs and IADLs 2. RAI: -mandatory for anyone that will receive medicare or medicaid paymen...
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Add to cartWhat are the comprehensive geriatric assessment tests? 1. OARs: -score of 6 is functional, 30 is nonfunctional -takes a long time to complete -covers= social and economic resources, mental and physical health, ADLs and IADLs 2. RAI: -mandatory for anyone that will receive medicare or medicaid paymen...
Fluid and Electrolyte balance The process of regulating the extracellular fluid volume, body fluid osmolality, and plasma concentration of electrolytes 
What is fluid? Fluid is water plus the substances dissolved and suspended in it 
What are the characteristics of Fluid & Electrolyte balance? 1. Vo...
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Add to cartFluid and Electrolyte balance The process of regulating the extracellular fluid volume, body fluid osmolality, and plasma concentration of electrolytes 
What is fluid? Fluid is water plus the substances dissolved and suspended in it 
What are the characteristics of Fluid & Electrolyte balance? 1. Vo...
Daily Nutritional Requirements Additional 300 calories per/day 400mcg Folic Acid Iron supplement 
What is folic acid for? prevent neural tube defects and fetal growth restriction and for rbc formation 
PICA indicates iron-deficiency anemia 
Smoking can cause intrauterine growth restriction/low birth...
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Add to cartDaily Nutritional Requirements Additional 300 calories per/day 400mcg Folic Acid Iron supplement 
What is folic acid for? prevent neural tube defects and fetal growth restriction and for rbc formation 
PICA indicates iron-deficiency anemia 
Smoking can cause intrauterine growth restriction/low birth...
Which is the most common report by clients with pancreatitis? Severe, radiating abdominal pain 
A student nurse is preparing a plan of care for a client with chronic pancreatitis. What nursing diagnosis related to the care of a client with chronic pancreatitis is the priority? Impaired Nutrition: le...
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Add to cartWhich is the most common report by clients with pancreatitis? Severe, radiating abdominal pain 
A student nurse is preparing a plan of care for a client with chronic pancreatitis. What nursing diagnosis related to the care of a client with chronic pancreatitis is the priority? Impaired Nutrition: le...
The nurse is conducting a community health class on the prevention of lung disease. Which advice should the nurse provide regarding prevention of the leading cause of chronic obstructive lung disease? "Do not smoke" 
The nurse is assessing a patient who has been diagnosed with chronic bronchitis. ...
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Add to cartThe nurse is conducting a community health class on the prevention of lung disease. Which advice should the nurse provide regarding prevention of the leading cause of chronic obstructive lung disease? "Do not smoke" 
The nurse is assessing a patient who has been diagnosed with chronic bronchitis. ...
Tinea corporis (ringworm) is what kind of infection of the skin? fungal 
The patient has a deep wound on his thigh. When the nurse pulls the packing out of the wound, the wound begins to bleed. The patient is upset when he sees the blood how should the nurse respond? recognize this is normal, reassu...
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Add to cartTinea corporis (ringworm) is what kind of infection of the skin? fungal 
The patient has a deep wound on his thigh. When the nurse pulls the packing out of the wound, the wound begins to bleed. The patient is upset when he sees the blood how should the nurse respond? recognize this is normal, reassu...
A child with an acute exacerbation of asthma is brought for emergency medical care. Which assessment finding should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. Bradycardia Chest tightness Thin secretions Wheezing Coughing chest tightness Wheezing Coughing 
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary d...
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Add to cartA child with an acute exacerbation of asthma is brought for emergency medical care. Which assessment finding should the nurse expect? Select all that apply. Bradycardia Chest tightness Thin secretions Wheezing Coughing chest tightness Wheezing Coughing 
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary d...
After teaching about coping, which information indicates a correct understanding? Coping is best defined as the process of _________: 
-managing stressful challenges -mediating anger -preventing psychological stress -adjusting to the disease managing stressful challenges 
During a stress response, a...
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Add to cartAfter teaching about coping, which information indicates a correct understanding? Coping is best defined as the process of _________: 
-managing stressful challenges -mediating anger -preventing psychological stress -adjusting to the disease managing stressful challenges 
During a stress response, a...
Shock: A syndrome characterized by .... and ..., causing an imbalance in... decreased tissue perfusion and impaired cellular metabolism; imbalance in supply & demand for oxygen and nutrients 
Cardiogenic shock: Definition 1. ______ or _____ dysfunction 2. Results in compromised... 1. systolic or dia...
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Add to cartShock: A syndrome characterized by .... and ..., causing an imbalance in... decreased tissue perfusion and impaired cellular metabolism; imbalance in supply & demand for oxygen and nutrients 
Cardiogenic shock: Definition 1. ______ or _____ dysfunction 2. Results in compromised... 1. systolic or dia...
What is the parkland formula for fluid replacement 4ml LR x % of body burned x kg 
Half goes over the first 8 hours the next half goes over the next 16 
How to answer priority questions? ABC's 
How many of the cancers are genetic? 5% Which means 95% don't 
Where does chemotherapy work its best? ra...
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Add to cartWhat is the parkland formula for fluid replacement 4ml LR x % of body burned x kg 
Half goes over the first 8 hours the next half goes over the next 16 
How to answer priority questions? ABC's 
How many of the cancers are genetic? 5% Which means 95% don't 
Where does chemotherapy work its best? ra...
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