- Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is sleep? - ANSWER-An altered state of consciousness from which a person can be aroused by appropriate sensory and other stimuli What happens during NREM stage 1? - ANSWER-´Relaxed but somewhat aware of surroundings ´Easily aroused - 5-7 minutes ´Gradual decrease in vital signs and metabolism What happens during NREM stage 2? - ANSWER-´Relaxation progresses ´Unaware but easily awakened What happens during NREM stage 3? - ANSWER-´Initial stage of deep sleep ´Difficult to...

What is evisceration? - ANSWER-protrusion of visceral organs through a wound opening What interventions are done for eviscerations? - ANSWER-Low Fowler's position with knees bent -Cover with sterile normal saline dressing -Notify physician -Use strict asepsis, administer antiemetics -Splint when coughing -Monitor s/s of shock What is dehiscence? - ANSWER-separation of wound edges Why would diabetic patients be placed on insulin instead of oral medication in peri-operative care? - ...

What is a never event, and what are some examples of a never event? - ANSWER--shocking medical errors that should never occur -adverse events that are unambiguous -leads to serious disability or death -usually preventable. EX: CAUTI, DVT, stage 3/4 pressure injuries nosocomial Who qualifies for Medicare and what are the 3 parts of it? - ANSWER-- 65 years +- younger but disabled after receiving SSDI for 2 years -person who has end-stage renal disease or ALS. Medicare part A: "hospita...