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Med Surg Chapter 59  Key Terms o Diabetes Mellitus  Common, complex, chronic disorder of impaired nutrient metabolism, especially glucose, that can affect the function of every body system o Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)  Severe acute complication of diabetes; characterized by uncontrolled hyperglycemia, metabolic acidosis, and increased production of ketones o Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy  Progressive deterioration of nerve function with the loss of sensory perception o G...

Med-Surg CH. 24  Patient-centered care: cultural/spiritual considerations o Pulse oximetry results may be lower in adults with dark skin.  This is due to deeper coloration of the nail bed and does not reflect true oxygenation status.  Use additional respiratory assessment techniques to assess gas exchange in adults with dark skin, such as examination of the color within the oral cavity and arterial blood gas results  Action Alert o Document any known allergies, especially to ...

Changes in the Eye and Vision Related to Aging Structure/Function Change Implication Appearance Eyes appear “sunken” Arcus senilis forms Sclera yellows or appears blue Do not use eye appearance as an indicator for hydration status Reassure patient that this change does not affect vision Do not use sclera to assess for jaundice Cornea Cornea flattens, which blurs vision and can cause or worsen astigmatism Encourage older adults to have regular eye exams and wear prescribed correc...

MED SURG Chapter 42 Changes in the Eye and Vision Related to Aging Structure/Function Change Implication Appearance Eyes appear “sunken” Arcus senilis forms Sclera yellows or appears blue Do not use eye appearance as an indicator for hydration status Reassure patient that this change does not affect vision Do not use sclera to assess for jaundice Cornea Cornea flattens, which blurs vision and can cause or worsen astigmatism Encourage older adults to have regular eye exams and ...

MS 1 Chapter 9  Malignant hyperthermia  an inherited muscle disorder, an acute, life-threatening complication of certain drugs used for general anesthesia.  Characterized by many problems, including inadequate thermoregulation.  Always ask patients about previous experiences with anesthesia, especially young adult males.  Lab assessment:  Presurgical lab tests provide baseline data about the patient’s health and can help predict potential complications.  Common t...