Canes test 2 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1.Addison's Disease - - Is an endocrine disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormone cortisol and in some cases, the hormone aldosterone. - The disease is characterized by weight loss, muscle weakness, fatigue, low BP and hyperpigmentation (darkening) of the skin in both exposed and non-exposed parts of the body. 2. Common symptoms of Addison's Disease - - Weight loss - Hyperpigmentation - Weakness/fatigue - Low BP - Loss of Body hair 3. Cushing...

COMPREHENSIVE ATI - correct answer SAFETY CRUTCHES: NON-WEIGHT BEARING - correct answer 1. Begin in tripod-keep weight on GOOD leg 2. Advanced both crutches and BAD leg 3. Move GOOD leg foward BEYOND crutches 4. Advance both crutches and the BAD leg 5. Continue sequence TO MOVE: BAD GOOD BAD CRUTHCES: WEIGHT BEARING - correct answer 1. Move crtuc...

What should you do if you approach a horse being ridden on the highway? Slow down. (hint: do not flash lights or blow the car horn) A flashing yellow traffic light means: Slow down and proceed with caution (hint: not stop entirely) During heavy traffic, drivers are prohibited from entering any intersection, unless there is sufficient space on the opposite side of the intersection to accommodate their vehicle without obstructing the passage of other vehicles or pedestrians. NOT do...

ATI RN Predictor Study Guide 1.Addison's Disease - Is an endocrine disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormone cortisol and in some cases, the hormone aldosterone. - The disease is characterized by weight loss, muscle weakness, fatigue, low BP and hyperpigmentation (darkening) of the skin in both exposed and non-exposed parts of the body. 2.Common symptoms of Addison's Disease - Weight loss - Hyperpigmentation - Weakness/fatigue - Low BP - ...

What is the Mini-Cog? This consists of 3-item recall and Clock-Drawing Test (CDT) What is the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) This tool helps the nurse quickly identify delirium. What is the Braden scale? (Pressure Ulcer risk) This tool assesses sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition & friction What is the Beer's List? (also called Beer's Criteria) This list includes commonly prescribed medications which may cause increased risk to elderly patien...

DDS Georgia Learner's Permit Test from Manual 100% Correct Right of Way this is a phrase used to describe who has the lawful authority to enter a roadway, change lanes within a roadway, make a turn from a roadway, travel through an intersection, or make any other traffic related movement. Move-Over Law It states that drivers are required to move over one lane if safely possible if an emergency vehicle with flashing lights is parked on the shoulder of the highway. If unable to move over, then s...

What is the Mini-Cog? This consists of 3-item recall and Clock-Drawing Test (CDT) What is the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) This tool helps the nurse quickly identify delirium. What is the Braden scale? (Pressure Ulcer risk) This tool assesses sensory perception, moisture, activity, mobility, nutrition & friction What is the Beer's List? (also called Beer's Criteria) This list includes commonly prescribed medications which may cause increased risk to elderly patien...

NUR 160 Exam 3 Questions and Answer Already Passed define arthritis inflammation of a joint name the 4 types of arthritis osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, gout what causes OA? long-term or excessive wear and tear on joints name the two forms of OA primary and secondary what is the cause of primary OA? unknown origin what is the cause of secondary OA? trauma, infection, previous fractures, wear and tear from rep work, stress on weight-bearing joints, RA, occupational stoop...

ATI RN Predictor Study Guide 1.Addison's Disease - Is an endocrine disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormone cortisol and in some cases, the hormone aldosterone. - The disease is characterized by weight loss, muscle weakness, fatigue, low BP and hyperpigmentation (darkening) of the skin in both exposed and non-exposed parts of the body. 2.Common symptoms of Addison's Disease - Weight loss - Hyperpigmentation - Weakness/fatigue - Low BP - ...

ATI Content Mastery Exam 76 Questions With Complete Solutions. 10-20 normal BUN 1. Location (is the localized or radiating? Superficial or Deep?) 2. Character or Quality (burning, sharp, dull, aching, gnawing, throbbing, shooting) 3. Quantity or Severity ("profuse menstrual flow soaking five pads per hour") 4. Timing (when it started, how long its been happening, how frequent) 5. Setting(where were you when it started) 6. Aggravating or Relieving Factors 7. Associated Factors 8. Pa...