FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING (GALEN COLLEGE OF NURSING) EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
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FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING (GALEN COLLEGE OF NURSING) EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
Fowler's position
a semi-sitting position; the head of the bed is raised between 45 and 60 degrees
Semi-Fowler's Position
the head of the bed is raised 30 degrees; or the head of the bed i...
FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING (GALEN COLLEGE OF NURSING) EXAM
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
Fowler's position
a semi-sitting position; the head of the bed is raised between 45 and 60 degrees
Semi-Fowler's Position
the head of the bed is raised 30 degrees; or the head of the bed is raised 30 degrees
and the knee portion is raised 15 degrees
trapeze bar
Metal triangular-shaped bar that can be suspended over a patient's bed from an
overhanging frame; permits patients to move up and down in bed while in traction or
some other encumbrance.
function of skin
protection, sensation, temperature regulation, excretion and secretion
muscoskeletal system
bones, joints, muscles, framework of body giving shape, ability to move and protection,
Pressure ulcer risk factors
Immobility
Incontinence
Diaphoresis
Inadequate nutrition
, Lowered mental awareness
Excessive diaphoresis
Extreme age
Edema
skin and pressure ulcers
Assessment, Braden scale , caused by circulatory comp. , reactive hyperemia Vs.
pressure ulcers
Skin changes with aging
loss of elastic fibers , loss of collagen , decreased sebaceous activity , altered
temperature control, Hair & Nails
structure of skin
epidermis and dermis
Eye Care
minimal care and unconscious clients
Foot (nail) Care
inspect and clean daily / Dry well
Hair care
Brushing and combing
Oral Care
Raise the head of the bed to 45-90 degrees
Perineal care
wipe front to back
Back massage
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