Cold or warm compress - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NR 328 CMS Exam Practice Questions with Complete Solutions The school nurse is caring for a boy with hemophilia who fell on his arm during recess. What supportive measures should the nurse use until factor replacement therapy can be instituted? a. Applying pressure for at least 1 minute b. Beginning passive range-of-motion exercise unless the pain is severe c. Elevating the area above the level of the heart d. Applying warm, moist compresses Answer: C Rationale: The initial respo...

What are specific considerations for adult clients, clients who are taking anticoagulants, and clients who have fragile veins? -Correct Answer - avoiding tourniquets, using BP cuff to visualize. - no slapping - hold their hand below the heart. - avoid using the back of the hand - avoid rigorous friction while cleaning site. An IV that is pale, has local swelling, decreased skin temperature around the site, damp dressing and slowed infusion is what complication? -Correct Answer Infiltrati...

Med Surg Final HESI Practise Test Examination 2023 A client with a productive cough has obtained a sputum specimen for culture as instructed. What is the best initial nursing action? A. Administer the first dose of antibiotic therapy B. Observe the color, consistency, and amount of sputum C. Encourage the client to consume plenty of warm liquids D. Send the specimen to the lab for analysis - CORRECT ANSWER-B. Observe the color, consistency, and amount of sputum A client is brought to...

What is exaravasation (infiltration)? ~~> drug leakage into surrounding tissue How should causative IV solutions be given ~~> Through a central line Nursing interventions for infiltration ~~> § Stop infusion immediately and notify provider § Check IV site frequently § Assess for pain, burning, and skin § Neurovascular assessment § Warm compress= alkaloids; cold compress= alkylating/antibiotics Why do we use caution in giving drugs such as Epoetin and Darbepoetin in ...

ARDMS (RVT) Ultrasound Vascular Registry Review Questions with 100% Correct answers Ultrasound Vascular Registry Review Questions with 100% Correct answers What is the first branch of the aortic arch? Innominate artery/ Brachiocephalic Name the three branches of the aortic arch? a. Innominate artery/ Brachiocephalic b. Lt CCA c. Lt Subclavian artery The radial artery runs on what side of the forearm? Lateral side The radial artery branches to form what part of the palmar arch? Supe...

Standards of of practice for CBC - Help families define and achieve goals -Problem solving: Assessment, plan, implementation, evaluation -Education and counseling -Professionalism -Legal considerations What can affect a hc professionals presentation about breastfeeding? -Experience, philosophy, credentials What are responsibilities of staff? -Provide education and foster environment -Baby friendly practices -Evidence based knowledge - Help preterms w/ moms milk or donor ...

NR 602 Final Exam Questions and Answers Already Passed A mother presents with her 3 month old child and complains of goopy eye that is sometimes matted shut after naps. Upon exam the conjunctiva is clear with some mild crusting to eye lashes. What is the diagnosis and patient teaching? Probable lacrimal duct obstruction. -The baby will likely grow out if it somewhere between six and 12 months. -You can do a daily lacrimal duct massage and warm compresses to help open up the duct. -W...

NR 602 Final Exam Questions and Answers 100% Pass A mother presents with her 3 month old child and complains of goopy eye that is sometimes matted shut after naps. Upon exam the conjunctiva is clear with some mild crusting to eye lashes. What is the diagnosis and patient teaching? - Answer- Probable lacrimal duct obstruction. -The baby will likely grow out if it somewhere between six and 12 months. -You can do a daily lacrimal duct massage and warm compresses to help open up the duct. -...

Pearson – Osteoarthritis Questions and Answers Already Passed Which of the following joint changes are most commonly associated with osteoarthritis? A) Complete fusion of the joint B) Formation of osteophytes (bone spurs) and loss of cartilage C) Swelling and redness in the joint due to inflammation D) Autoimmune attack on the joint lining A patient with osteoarthritis asks if physical therapy is necessary. What is the nurse’s response? A) Physical therapy can help improve join...

NFHS Principles of Coaching 100% Correct 1.1 The purpose of student-centered athletics is to win and lose with class. T/F False 1.2 The most important indicator of a successful interscholastic teach/coach is wins and losses. T/F False 1.3 A teacher/coach must purposefully plan activities and opportunities for students to develop leadership skills through athletics. T/F True 1.4 The communication of your coaching philosophy will happen by chance, and it is not necessary to have a plan to i...