Nur155 exam Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 4 Question: What is a non-opioid/NSAID? Answer: Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug NSAIDS relieve pain by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX) a chemical that is activated by damaged tissue, resulting in decreased synthesis of prostaglandins. Used to treat mild pain and fever Question: What are some non-opioid/NSAID side effects? Answer: Hives, face swelling, shock asthma, GI bleeding, Tinnitus ...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 2 Question: Nutrition Answer: the body's intake and use of adequate amounts of necessary nutrients for tissue growth and energy production Question: Nutrients Answer: the necessary substances obtained from ingested food that supply the body with energy; build and maintain bones, muscles, and skin; and aid in the normal growth and function of each body system Question: Malnutrition Answer: an imbalance in...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 1 Question: documentation goal Answer: to describe facts clearly and concisely to improve communication Question: correct clear and concise documentation Answer: "pt voided 150cc clear yellow urine to urinal @ 1230" Question: used standardized nursing terminology Answer: do not use abbreviations. example: don't use "QD", use daily. Question: charting by exception Answer: documentation that re...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 1 Question: Physical restraints can be applied only with Answer: a primary care provider (PCP) order and only after all reasonable alternatives failed. Question: Physical restraints can be applied for either or both of two reasons Answer: Medical necessity • Behavioral or mental health issues Question: stepticemia Answer: infection of the blood Question: who's at greater risk of falls Answer: old...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 4 Question: What is the pharmacopoeia? Answer: A book containing a list of products used in medicine, with the descriptions of the product, chemical tests for identity, purity , formulas and prescriptions. Question: Define therapeutic effect: Answer: The desired effect of a medication, the primary effect, the intended reason a drug is prescribed. Question: Define side effect: Answer: Secondary eff...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 2 Question: What is subjective data? Answer: aka symptoms apparent only to the person affected and can only be described/verified by that person (Subjective patient Says) Question: What is objective data? Answer: aka signs detectable by an observer or measured or tested against an acceptable standard (Objective nurse Observes) Question: What is nursing diagnosis? Answer: nurse's clinical judg...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 1 Question: Define what protective devices are used for Answer: avoid/prevent purposeful or accidental harm, to provide medically necessary treatment Question: Describe physical restraints Answer: leather or cloth wrist and ankle restraints, soft belts or vests, hand mitts, pelvic ties and geri chairs Question: describe chemical restraints Answer: anxiolytics, sedatives, neuroleptic and psychotropic agen...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 1 Question: How long should you listen when listening to the APICAL? Answer: ONE full minute Question: Where is the aortic area of the chest? Answer: Right of the sternum at the 2nd intercostal space Question: Where is the pulmonic area of the chest? Answer: Left of the sternum at the 2nd intercostal space Question: Where is ERB's point? Answer: Left of the sternum at the 3rd intercostal space

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 2 Question: When inserting an NG tube what should the nurse assess? Answer: Gag reflex in fowler position Question: How many inches should the nurse lubricate when inserting and NG TUBE? Answer: 4 inches Question: What should the nurse have the pt do while inserting an NG tube? Answer: Have the pt chin down & swallow when tube is in nasopharynx Question: What is the official way to ensure proper pl...

NUR 155 Foundations of Nursing - Galen College of Nursing Exam 2 Prep Question: Fluid Deficit (Dehydration) - Signs + Symptoms? Interventions? Answer: S+S: -Feeling dry, thirsty, confused -Weak/thready pulse -Sluggish capillary refill -Decreased urine output -Decreased BP -Decreased skin turgor Interventions: Administer fluid (both IV + PO, as prescribed), monitor VS changes, I/O, weight Question: Excess Fluid Volume - Signs + Symptoms? Interventions? Answer: ...