NUR 265 Exam 1 - 4 with Study Guide Bundle Complete Solutions Galen College of Nursing

What is the equation for cardiac output? - CO = HR x SV What is preload? - the heart is being stretched out What does preload reflect? - how much fluid is in the heart What is afterload? - resistance the ventricle must overcome to eject blood Example of increased preload - CHF Example of increa...

State of well being - Own Potential Able to work through stress Able to get help when needed Resilience - Ability and capacity to secure resources; where and when to get help Diathesis Stress Model Diathesis - Biological predisposition Diathesis Stress Model Environmental Stress - Natural Dis...

Lupus: Hallmark sign - butterfly rash on face Lupus: Indication of flare - Fever and fatigue *also assess BUN function *c reactive protein remains normal Lupus: Interventions - -Falls precautions -treat pain with tylenol and NSAIDS (monitor kidney function) -AVOID SUNLIGHT -REPORT FLARE IMMED...

Pulmonary Embolism s/s you report immediately to RRT? - Syncope Cyanosis JVD Hypotension What is the priority treatment for PE? - Heparin IVF (for hypotension) What are NSG interventions for PE? - O2 Lung assessments Bleeding/fall precautions Assess u/o, VS & neuro What is the lab values f...

Discoid Lupus - Affects skin, isn't lethal Discoid lupus presents with ... - Macular Rash or Discoid Rash Discoid rash - red raised patches with scaling skin Malar Rash - Red flat or raised over cheeks (butterfly rash) Discoid Lupus Diagnostics - Skin Biopsy SLE - Chronic, progressive, Inflamm...

- What is nephrotic syndrome? A condition of increased glomerular permeability that allows larger molecules to pass through the membrane into the urine and then be excreted. - What are key features of nephrotic syndrome? - Massive proteinuria -Hypoalbuminemia -Edema (facial and periorbital) ...

-decreased LOC(lethargy to coma) -restlessness, irritability, confusion -headache -projectile N&V -change in speech pattern/slurred speech -dilated nonreactive pupils or constructed nonreactive pupils -ataxia -seizure -abnormal posturing -Cushing's triad: severe HTN, widened pulse pressure...

What is pleural effusion? - accumulation of fluid in the pleural space What are some s/s of pleural effusion? - diminished lung sounds decreased o2 increased RR tachy anxiety friction rub How is pleural effusion dx'ed? - x-ray How is pleural effusion treated? - thoracentesis What is thorac...

What is the goal of nutritional support in cancer, hiv, and aids patients? - The goal is to improve survival rates, reduce treatment side effects, and increase the quality of life What does HIV stand for? - human immunodeficiency virus What does AIDS stand for? - acquired immunodeficiency syndro...

• -decreased LOC(lethargy to coma) -restlessness, irritability, confusion -headache -projectile N&V -change in speech pattern/slurred speech -dilated nonreactive pupils or constructed nonreactive pupils -ataxia -seizure -abnormal posturing -Cushing's triad: severe HTN, widened pulse pres...

What is encephalitis? - inflammation or infection of the brain What causes encephalitis? - West Nile Virus Herpes What are the s/s of encephalitis? - High fever, N/V, stiff neck Flu like symptoms change in LOC photophobia pupil changes (dilate & less responsive to light) What is used to dx e...

- AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) Low CD4 T cell count <200, Opportunistic infections - HIV/AIDS Key Features CNS Signs Confusion Dementia Fever Visual changes Memory loss Personalitychanges Pain Seizures CNS Inflammation causes damage to the brain and CNS - opportunistic ...

PULMONARY EMBOLISM - blood clot that gets caught in the lungs PE R/F - DVT immobility estrogen therapy increased age large bone fracture obesity PE TX - heparin coumadin (starting day 2) tPA to dissolve massive clot PE SX - sudden onset dyspnea decreased O2 cyanosis tachycardia respira...

- SLE - Chronic, progressive, Inflammation of connective tissue; affects multiple body systems - SLE in kidneys - Leading cause of death, presents with high creatinine, low hematocrit, proteinuria - SLE is most common in ... - women 20yr- 40yr - SLE manifestations - Rash (butterfly rash on ...