Disequilibrium - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Behavior that maintains the integrity of the individual with a timely return to equilibrium. It is viewed as positive and is correlated with a healthy response. Correct Answer-Adaptive response individual's reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response, which can be physical, mental, or emotional. Has become a chronic and pervasive condition in the US. Correct Answer-Stress By the individual are considered to be negative or unhealthy. When behavior disrupts the inte...

ATI Med-Surg: Chapter 57: Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis Questions and Answers 100% Pass Complications of Hemodialysis: Anemia ■ Blood loss and removal of folate during dialysis may contribute to an existing anemia that often occurs with chronic kidney disease (caused by decreased RBC production due to decreased erythropoietin secretion). ■ Nursing Actions Administer prescribed medication therapy (erythropoietin) to stimulate the production of red blood cells. Monitor ...

Primary prevention Actually preventing the thing Secondary Prevention early identification and treatment Tertiary prevention Avoiding complications Norms are considered The right patterns of behavior for a society Crisis is a time limited response lasting 4 to 6 weeks What initiates a crisis A crisis is initiated by internal or external demands that are perceived as a threat to a persons physical or emotional functioning. Precipitating event is stressf...

Primary prevention - Actually preventing the thing Secondary Prevention - early identification and treatment Tertiary prevention - Avoiding complications Norms are considered - The right patterns of behavior for a society Crisis is - a time limited response lasting 4 to 6 weeks What initiates a crisis - A crisis is initiated by internal or external demands that are perceived as a threat to a person’s physical or emotional functioning. Precipitating event is stressful and unu...

Lisette's NCLEX MED SURG Study #3 EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW!! 2024/ 2025[NEXT GEN] A 79-year-old client is admitted to the hospital with painful abdominal spasms and severe diarrhea of 2 days' duration. The order of physical skills the nurse should follow when performing an admitting examination of this client should be "inspection" followed by: 1. Percussion, palpation, auscultation 2. Percussion, palpation, auscultation 3. Auscu...

Lisette's NCLEX MED SURG Study #3 EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW!! 2024/ 2025[NEXT GEN] A 79-year-old client is admitted to the hospital with painful abdominal spasms and severe diarrhea of 2 days' duration. The order of physical skills the nurse should follow when performing an admitting examination of this client should be "inspection" followed by: 1. Percussion, palpation, auscultation 2. Percussion, palpation, auscultation 3. Auscu...

NUR 265 Exam 1 What is nephrotic syndrome? - Correct Answer -A condition of increased glomerular permeability that allows larger molecules to pass through the membrane into the urine and then be excreted. What are key features of nephrotic syndrome? - Correct Answer --*Massive proteinuria* -*Hypoalbuminemia* -*Edema (facial and periorbital)* -Lipiduria -Hyperlipidemia -Increased coagulation -Reduced kidney function In nephrotic syndrome, severe protein loss in the urine is greater than ...

2024 ATI MED SURG Content Mastery Exam Questions & Answers-A charge nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse provide care for a client who is receiving internal radiation therapy for the treatment of cervical cancer. For which of the following actions by the newly licensed nurse should the charge nurse intervene? A. Leaving soiled linens in a container in the client's room i B. Instructing visitors to remain 2 m (6 feet) away from the client C. Borrowing a dosimeter film badge from another ...

ATI RN MED SURG RETAKE 2019 UPDATED VERSION 100 QUESTIONS AND UPDATED CORRECT ANSWERS 1. A nurse is assessing for early signs of compartment syndrome for a client who has a shortleg fiberglass cast. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Intense pain with movement 2. A nurse is monitoring a client who is receiving 2 units packed RBCs. Which of the following manifestations indicates a hemolytic transfusion reaction? Chills 3. A nurse is caring for a client who had a...

Renal Disorders/Dialysis & Peritoneal Dialysis NCLEX Questions and Answers 100% Pass The nurse is performing an assessment on a client who has returned from the dialysis unit following hemodialysis. The client is complaining of headache and nausea and is extremely restless. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action? a. Monitor the client. b. Notify the physician. c. Elevate the head of the bed. d. Medicate the client for nausea. B Disequilibrium syndrome may...