Gain of o2 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Fluid & Electrolyte Needs - - Homeostasis - Affected by digestion, absorption, metabolism of nutrients and excretion of waste Functions of Body Fluids - - Need 1.5 L - 2.5L per day - 60-70% body weight is fluid [70% intracellular, 30% extracellular] - Transport nutrients and wastes to and from cells - Maintain body temp., acid-base balance, aids in digestion and elimination Assessment of Fluid Balance - - Health history [age, acute illness, environmental factors, diet, medications] - ...

Exam 4: NUR242/ NUR 242 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Med-Surg | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen QUESTION Atherosclerosis •Greek words "athero," meaning "gruel" or "paste," and "sklerosis," meaning "hardness." •Atherosclerosis is a slow, complex disease that typically starts in childhood and progresses as people grow older. •In some people, it progresses rapidly, with symptoms becoming evident as early as 30. •The lesions of atheroscler...

Pulmonary Valve Stenosis correct answersis a condition in which a deformity on or near your pulmonary valve, the valve that influences the blood flow from your heart to your lungs, slows the blood flow. Cx: COngenital, endocarditis, rheumatic fever (A disease that can result from inadequately treated strep throat or scarlet fever) Sx: fainting, SOB, Palpitations, cuanosis, poor wt gain Tests: cardiac cath, ECG, CXR, Echocardiogram Tx: prostaglandins, dieuretics, anti-arrythimics, blo...

TEST BANK PATHOPHYSIOLOGY THE BIOLOGICAL BASIS FOR DISEASE IN ADULTS AND CHILDREN BY McCance Chapter 1: Cellular Biology MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which statement best describes the cellular function of metabolic absorption? a. Cells can produce proteins. c. Cells can take in and use nutrients. b. Cells can secrete digestive enzymes. d. Cells can synthesize fats. ANS: C In metabolic absorption, all cells take in and use nutrients and other substances from their surroundings. The remaini...

Pulmonary Valve Stenosis correct answersis a condition in which a deformity on or near your pulmonary valve, the valve that influences the blood flow from your heart to your lungs, slows the blood flow. Cx: COngenital, endocarditis, rheumatic fever (A disease that can result from inadequately treated strep throat or scarlet fever) Sx: fainting, SOB, Palpitations, cuanosis, poor wt gain Tests: cardiac cath, ECG, CXR, Echocardiogram Tx: prostaglandins, dieuretics, anti-arrythimics, blo...

TMC: Quality Control Procedures. Latest Version. Comprehensive. 2022 Document Content and Description Below Analytical phase of blood gas/hemox measurement involves 4 key elements - 1. Analyzer calibration 2. Actual sample testing 3. Interpretation of the results 4. Ongoing review of QC and profici ency testing results Calibration - Process whereby the response of an instrument is compared and adjusted to a known standard It involves adjusting the analyzer to ensure that its response is accura...

Cells - Basic unit of life Tissues - Cambos of cells with common function Several tissues together - Organ Organs working cooperatively - Organ system The whole shebang, all the organ system working together - Organism Cells have 4 common components - Plasma Membrane (fluid mosaic, Barrier, intergral proteins are embedded), Cytoplasm, DNA (genetic material of cells), Ribosomes (RNA + protein used for protein synthesis) What is not a common component for Cells - Cell wall Two types of ce...

CEFM - NCC EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What are some important factors (risks) to consider when evaluating a fetal heart rate strip? - ANS --*PNLs* (abnormal?) --weight gain/loss --Maternal age --*Gestational age* --*MATERNAL vital signs* --*Membrane status* --*Cervical exam* What are the easiest ways for assessment of maternal oxygenation status? - ANS *Pulse Ox* (& other vital signs, RR) *Blood gas* (if indicated, asthma exacerbation) *Lung soungs* (pneumonia, pulmonary ede...

Endoscopy (EGD) positioning left side lying Before an Endoscopy (EGD): -NPO 6-8 hr -remove dentures Gastroenteritis care plan: -restrict dairy, caffeine, milk -eat foods high in potassium -increase fluid intake -contact precautions In what order do you open the sterile package? flap furthest from body, side flaps, then closest A nurse has removed a sterile pack from its outside cover and place it on a clean work surface in preparation for an invasive procedure. Which of the followi...

The RN is monitoring an infant with CHD closely for SSx of HF. The RN should assess the infant for which early sign of HF? 1.Pallor 2.Cough 3.Tachycardia 4.Slow and shallow breathing 3. tachycardia RATIONALE: HF is the inability of the heart to pump a sufficient amt of blood to meet the O2 and metabolic needs of the body. The early SSx of HF include tachycardia, tachypnea, profuse scalp sweating, fatigue & irritability, sudden weight gain, and resp distress. A cough may occur in HF as a...