Mastectomy - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) is a multidisciplinary evaluation to assess life expectancy and risk of morbidity and mortality in the older patient. This assessment tool would evaluate and include the following areas: functional status, socioeconomic issues, psychosocial Neoadjuvant therapy does not increase survival when compared to adjuvant therapy. It only changes the timing of treatment and can change surgical options if the tumor is shrunk enough. If this occurs, the patient may...

What vaccination does OSHA require all health care personnel get? OSHA requires that all health care personnel exposed to blood and other bodily fluids must receive a vaccination against Hepatitis B Pulmonary Edema Fluid in the lungs How much blood can a person donate in a session? 500 mL Patients have the right to what? Under the Patient Bill Of Rights they always have the option to decline medical treatment and to know what tests are being performed on them. Wha...

NGN HESI HEALTH ASSESSMENT NURSING RN 2023/2024/2025 100 Questions with answers GRADED A+ PASS SOAP modified format - correct answer Subjective Objective Assessment Plan What color ink should be used when documenting on paper - correct answer Permanent black ink What is the correct order for vital signs - correct answer T, P, RR, BP, extremity, pt position, SPO2 What should be at the top of every page of documentation - correct answer Patient initials and date and time of entr...

A symmetrical breast form can typically be worn on either side of the body. True or false? - Answer-True Why is the MyForm shaper ideal for wear during the reconstruction process? - Answer-The fullness is adjustable, providing the right amount of fullness at any time What is the common benefit between the Massage Form forms and the Diamond forms? - AnswerCoolness All ABC bras have pockets on both sides, which eliminates the need to stock left and right side bras. True or false? - Answer-Tru...

RN adult medical surgical online practice 2019 B with NGN CORRECTLY ANSWERED REVISED 2023//2024 A nurse is assessing for compartment syndrome in a client who has a short leg cast. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of this condition? A. Bounding pedal pulse B. Capillary refill less than 2 seconds C. Pain that increases with passive movement D. Areas of warmth on the cast C. Pain that increases with passive movement A nurse is providing ...

1. A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy and requests information about acupuncture to relieve some of the side effects. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a contraindication to receiving this alternative therapy? Lymphedema 2. A nurse is preparing to administer lactated Ringer's via continuous IV infusion at 200 ml/hr. The IV tubing has a drop factor of 10 drops/mL. How many gtt/min should the nurse set the IV ump to administer? 33 3...

What are the names of the two certifying agencies? - Answer-ABC and BOC Where can you find a mastectomy fitter exam self-assessment exam? - Answer-On BOC's website All ABC silicone breast forms are made in the USA. True or false? - Answer-True Where can you find all of the sizes and colors in which ABC bras are available? - Answer-On the ABC website and in the ABC catalog Proper disposal of bandages and other dressings involves - Answer-Placing them in a biohazard bag or biohazard waste r...

ATI Pharmacology: Retake #4 Level 3 2023 UPDATE 5) A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who has rheumatoid arthritis and a prescription for cyclosporine. Which of the following laboratory values to the provider? Potassium 4.2 mEq/L Creatinine 2.5mg /dl BUN 18mg /dl Sodium 139 mEq/L 6) A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a group of clients. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify with the provider before administering? Tet...

RNFA FINAL EXAM 2 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2024 In health care settings, the primary occupational source of radiation exposure is: - Answer- Scatter Which of the following best describes the semi-restricted surgical practice area? - Answer- Used for communication of information between the surgical suite and the rest of the health care facility If a health care worker who works with radiation become pregnant, she should: - Answer- Promptly inform the radiation safety officer When using a si...

You should evaluate each patient for any physical limitations as they relate to their mastectomy products. True or false? - Answer-True To determine the cup size for a patient with a unilateral mastectomy - Answer-Find the difference between the band measurement and the doubled cup measurement Two ways to arrange breast tissue in the bra cup are - Answer-Having the patient shake tissue into place and lifting the tissue into place The support of a bra comes from - Answer-a snug band Fittin...