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Explain the anatomical components of the respiratory system. > respiratory zone muscles - major muscle = diaphragm *controlled by the phrenic nerve (C3-C5 of the neck), so any pt w an injury to the spine/phrenic nerve will require ventilatory support! - accessory muscles = intercostals, abdominals, trapezius, sternocleidomastoid To move air into the lungs...respiratory muscles generate negative intrapleural pressure = allows air inflowing via the pressure gradient btwn atmospheric pressure at...

Explain the basics of fluid balance. *fluid balance is important for temp regulation, nutrient transport, waste excretion, join lubrication, protections, etc! > Types... - intracellular - extracellular = intravascular, interstitial - transcellular = CBS, pericardial, synovial, intraocular, pleural fluids, etc... > Sources of fluid loss - insensible = via skin & lungs - sensible = via kidney & GI tract > avg I&O = 1,500-3,500/24 hrs What are the risk factors for fluid & electrolyte imba...

Signs of Altered Self PerceptionAvoidance of eye contact Slumped posture or unkempt appearance Overly apologetic Hesitant to speak or express views/opinions Overly critical or angry Frequent or inappropriate crying Negative self-evaluation Excessively dependent Lack of interest Passive attitude Difficulty making a decision ValuesAbstract standards that represent an ideal, either positive or negative A deeply held personal belief about the worth a person holds for an idea, an attitude, a custom,...

Week #5 Funds: Gastrointestinal I. Learning Objectives: II. Diagnostics: ● Hemoccult (fecal occult blood - FOB, OB - occult blood), guaiac (brand name): measures microscopic (you cannot see) amounts of blood in feces; used for colon cancer screening, GI bleeding ● 1) Guaiac fecal occult blood test ○ Avoid eating red meat for three days before the test ○ Repeat the test at least three times on three separate bowel movement ○ More common ○ Get fecal material and maybe pour ag...

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Group A gathering of 2 or more individuals for the purpose of pursuing common goals and/or interests Group dynamics The communication processes and behaviors occurring during the life of the group 1. Governance 2. Empowerment 3. Support 4. Task completion 5. Camaraderie (fun, relaxation) 6. Information/education 7. Establishing social norms What are the reasons why we have groups? 1. Orientation phase 2. Working phase 3. Termination phase What are the 2 stages of group development? Forming I...

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