NUR 337

What is a collection of fluid in the pleural space called? What are the two types of pleural effusions? Bacterial products on tumor: Plasma moving across capillary walls; imbalance in hydrostatic or oncotic pressures; HF or renal disease T or F: Pleural effusions always occurs when there are s/t of other diseases HF, TB, pneumonia, Cancer. What are the clinical manifestations of pleural effusions? What do nurses do to treat/manage a pleural effusion? How do you d...

A patient who has never had any prior surgeries tells the nurse doing the pre-operative assessment about an allergy to bananas and avocados. Which action is most important for the nurse to take? a. Notify the dietitian about the food allergies. b. Ask whether the patient uses antihistamines to reduce allergic reactions. c. Alert the surgery center about a possible latex allergy. d. Reassure the patient that all allergies are noted on the medical record. - C A patient who normally takes 40...

Should you shave or clip hair of an IV site before starting an IV? - Clip! Shaving the hair may cause tiny abrasions which could increase the risk for infection. Which anatomical part should be avoided in the elderly when starting an IV? - The dorsal part of the hand because the veins are susceptible to damage and the hand can be bumped easily. What may be used instead of a tourniquet with the elderly? - Blood pressure cuff An adult patient developed a complication with his IV and it had t...

What is hyperthyroid storm? What are symptoms of hyperthyroid storm? What are nursing priorities for hyperthyroid storm? What is a reason for thyroidectomy? What are nursing considerations for a thyroidectomy? What is important patient teaching for a thyroidectomy? What is Cushing's syndrome? What are causes of Cushing's syndrome? What are symptoms of Cushing's syndrome? What is the treatment for Cushing's syndrome? What are nursing prioritie...

NUR 337 Final Exam 2024 (Answered Verified Solution 0-9 CIWA score that indicates absent to minimal withdrwal 10-14 CIWA score that indicates mild withdrawal (treatment with medication is required) 15-20 CIWA score that indicates moderate withdrawal, strong risk of delirium tremens (shaking, confusion, hallucinations) >20 CIWA score that indicates severe withdrawal B12 Administer this to prevent Wernicke's syndrome 4; 8 Determine CIAW-Ar score every ___ hours until it is < _...

NUR 337 Final Exam 2023 (Answered Verified Solution 0-9 CIWA score that indicates absent to minimal withdrwal 10-14 CIWA score that indicates mild withdrawal (treatment with medication is required) 15-20 CIWA score that indicates moderate withdrawal, strong risk of delirium tremens (shaking, confusion, hallucinations) >20 CIWA score that indicates severe withdrawal B12 Administer this to prevent Wernicke's syndrome 4; 8 Determine CIAW-Ar score every ___ hours until it is < _...

ABG - Arterial Blood Gas absolute neutrophil count - 2.7-6.5 x10^3/microL 59% ac or a.c. - before meals ad lib - freely as desired albumin - 3.2-5.2 mg/dL AP or A/P - anteroposterior (front to back) bid or b.i.d - twice a day BP or B/P - blood pressure BUN - blood urea nitrogen (test of kidney function) BUN range - 8-21 mg/dL Bx or bx - biopsy c (line on top of letter) - with c/o - complains ofcalcium, blood - 8.2- 10.2 mg/dL chloride, blood - 97-107 mEq/L CPR - cardiopulmonary re...

NUR 337 Final Exam 2023 (Answered Verified Solution 0-9 CIWA score that indicates absent to minimal withdrwal 10-14 CIWA score that indicates mild withdrawal (treatment with medication is required) 15-20 CIWA score that indicates moderate withdrawal, strong risk of delirium tremens (shaking, confusion, hallucinations) >20 CIWA score that indicates severe withdrawal B12 Administer this to prevent Wernicke's syndrome 4; 8 Determine CIAW-Ar score every ___ hours until it is < _...

0-9 Correct Answer CIWA score that indicates absent to minimal withdrwal 10-14 Correct Answer CIWA score that indicates mild withdrawal (treatment with medication is required) 15-20 Correct Answer CIWA score that indicates moderate withdrawal, strong risk of delirium tremens (shaking, confusion, hallucinations) >20 Correct Answer CIWA score that indicates severe withdrawal B12 Correct Answer Administer this to prevent Wernicke's syndrome 4; 8 Correct Answer Determine CIAW-Ar s...