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Term 1 Final Exam Unitek college

What is acute pain? How long does it last? - ANSsudden onset, usually subsides once
treated.

Lasts no more than 6 months

What is chronic pain? - ANSPain continues for 6 months or longer, usually related to an
underlying issue ie: arthritis or illness

Who is the founder of modern day nursing? - ANSFlorence Nightingale

What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs? - ANS1. Physiological needs
2. Safety and Security needs
3. Love and Belonging Needs
4. Self esteem
5. self actualization

What is surgical asepsis? - ANSthe process of creating and maintaining an area that is
completely free of pathogens (sterile technique)

What is medical asepsis? - ANSmeasures used to reduce and prevent the spread of
pathogens (clean technique)

What is the best way to breaking the chain of infection? - ANSWashing hands

What is objective data? - ANSWhat you observe and can measure

What is subjective data? - ANSData that only the subject or "patient" can feel and will tell
you. Usually in a statement.

When should discharge planning begin? - ANSShortly after admission

When is a discharge against medical advice signed? - ANSan AMA form is signed when
patient wishes to leave healthcare facility against medical advice

What is blanching? - ANSwhitening of skin/nail due to pressure, if not returned to normal
color within 3 seconds or less it may be an indicator for poor blood circulation.

What should a nurse do if reddened area appears on sacrum of patient? - ANSDo blanching
test

apply barrier cream

make sure pt is being repositioned every 2 hrs

, What is informed consent? - ANSpermission granted in the knowledge of the possible
consequences, typically that which is given by a patient to a doctor for treatment with full
knowledge of the possible risks and benefits.

What is a DNR order? - ANSDo Not Resuscitate- do NOT perform CPR

What are nursing intervention to aid a patient to liquify bronchial secretions? - ANSHumidifier
hydration through fluid intake
percussion on back
administer mucolytic

What is culture competence? - ANSAwareness by the nurse of his/hers own cultural belief
practices and an understanding of the limitations that these beliefs put on the nurse when
dealing with those of other cultures. Should allow nurse to react to other cultures with
openness and acceptance of cultural differences between them

What is HIPAA? - ANSHealth Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

To protect pt information from being disclosed without consent or knowledge

What is a vegan diet? What are the vitamin deficiency? - ANSone that excludes all animal
products
vitamin B12

what are signs of neglect ? - ANSMalnutrition (losing weight)
poor hygiene
unexplained bruises and welts
pressure injuries

Why should nurses be direct/honest when communicating with client that has suffered
physical abuse ? - ANSTo gain pt trust

What is genetic theory of aging? - ANSProposes that the organism is genetically
programmed for a predetermined number of cell divisions, after which cells/organisms die

What is palliative care? - ANSmanages symptoms, provide psychosial support, coordinate
care to relieve suffering and improve quality of life for cts with serious illnesses

What is sense of presence? - ANSAfter the loss of a loved one, experiencing their presences
even after their loss

What are nursing interventions for patients with dementia? - ANSkeep pt on a routine
schedule, make sure they use the restroom before going to bed.

clinical manifestations of Alzheimer - ANSincrease memory loss
inability to lean new things
difficulty w language/ problems w reading a writing

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