Delirium vs dementia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Management of Large Subungual Hematoma - Correct Answer- Drainage (18-Gauge) or Hot Micro-Cauterization Reason to Avoid Suction in Ear Foreign Body Removal - Correct Answer- Perforation of Tympanic Membrane Management of Skin Abscess - Correct Answer- Linear Incision for Non-Face vs. Needle Drainage for Face Catheter for Bartholin Cyst - Correct Answer- Word Grading of Laryngeal Opening - Correct Answer- Cormack-Lehane Preferred Induction Agent in Reactive Airway Disease for Dilation Eff...

Delirium: - Answer-State of temporary acute mental confusion. Usually develops over a 2-3 day person. It is life-threatening & possibly preventable syndrome. Most frequent complication of hospitalization in older adults. Priority of safety and treating underlying cause. Delirium, often called acute confusional state, begins with disorientation and, if not recognized and treated, can progress to changes in level of consciousness, irreversible brain damage, and sometimes death Dementia - Answ...

Maryville NURS663 Exam 2 Questions with correct Answers 100% Verified Phases of Grief · Shock and denial (days-weeks) acute anguish, lost patterns of conduct, resolution (months-year) · Denial, bargaining, depression, anger, acceptance · No real timeline, comes in waves Grief vs. MDD · Grief- Sx may meet syndromal criteria for MDD episode, but survivor rarely has morbid feelings of guilt, worthlessness, SI, or psychomotor retardation o Considers self bereaved o Dysphoria often tri...

NSG 6340 PREDICTOR STUDY GUIDE 2 1. A 37-year-old female patient with a history of a single episode of depression and frequent complaints of PMS is being treated for hypothyroidism. Today she complains of poor concentration and fatigue. Initially, the NP should: a. Question her further 3. Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention? a. Annual influenza vaccination 7. A 35-year old female with a history of mitral valve prolapse is scheduled for routine dental cleaning. Accor...

Maryville NURS663 Exam 2 Questions with correct Answers 100% Verified Phases of Grief · Shock and denial (days-weeks) acute anguish, lost patterns of conduct, resolution (months-year) · Denial, bargaining, depression, anger, acceptance · No real timeline, comes in waves Grief vs. MDD · Grief- Sx may meet syndromal criteria for MDD episode, but survivor rarely has morbid feelings of guilt, worthlessness, SI, or psychomotor retardation o Considers self bereaved o Dysphoria often tri...

Revised 37-page NCLEX Study Guide1. ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) 2. When in distress DO NOT ASSESS! Unless 2nd hand information is received. 3. Scenario • Expected outcome with Disease Process o Continue to monitor o Document finding • Unexpected finding with Disease Process o Nursing intervention that must make a difference o Call HCP 4. Mini Maslow’s 1) ABCs (& Pain unrelieved by meds) 2) Safety 3) Comfort (Pain) 4) Psychological 5) Social 6) Spiritual 5. STAT wor...

Management of Large Subungual Hematoma - Correct Answer- Drainage (18-Gauge) or Hot Micro-Cauterization Reason to Avoid Suction in Ear Foreign Body Removal - Correct Answer- Perforation of Tympanic Membrane Management of Skin Abscess - Correct Answer- Linear Incision for Non-Face vs. Needle Drainage for Face Catheter for Bartholin Cyst - Correct Answer- Word Grading of Laryngeal Opening - Correct Answer- Cormack-Lehane Preferred Induction Agent in Reactive Airway Disease for Dilation Eff...

whats mild cognitive impairment (mild neurocognitive disorder) - correct answer mild decline in >/= cognitive domains normal ADLs with compensation and greater effort MoCA score of < 26/30 cognitive impairment in elderly patients - correct answer what is the treatment for bipolar disorder I with depression and features of psychosis and aggression - correct answer ...

Phases of Grief · Shock and denial (days-weeks) acute anguish, lost patterns of conduct, resolution (months-year) · Denial, bargaining, depression, anger, acceptance · No real timeline, comes in waves Grief vs. MDD · Grief- Sx may meet syndromal criteria for MDD episode, but survivor rarely has morbid feelings of guilt, worthlessness, SI, or psychomotor retardation o Considers self bereaved o Dysphoria often triggered by thoughts or reminders of the deceased o Onset within 2 months...

symptom presentation - affective, cognitive, physical autosomal dominant - genetic inheritance. will present in more than one generation. 50/50 chance of passing on trait (Huningtons) autosomal recessive - two copies must be present (cystic fibrosis prior to MSE - assessment includes ROS, VS, heart tone, lung sounds, neuro exam, muscle tone, rigidity SLUMS - 11 items. Max 30, 27-30 normal for high school education, 21-60 mild neurocognitive disorder, 0-20 dementia MMSE - 11 components. M...