AMBULATORY CARE NURSING PART 2 COMPLETE EXAMS

AMBULATORY CARE NURSING PART 2 COMPLETE EXAMS Tension headache - CORRECT ANSWER-Radiates Periodic Related to not wating properly and trouble sleeping A mild to moderate pain often described as feeling like a tight band around the head. Multiple factors can bring on a tension headache, including stress, inadequate sleep, and poor posture. rebound headache - CORRECT ANSWER-Patient complains of daily headaches (or almost daily headaches). May be accompanied by irritability, depression, and insomnia. Caused by overuse of abortive medicines such as analgesics, NSAIDs, aspirin, or narcotics. Treatment is to discontinue the medicine immediately (if not contraindicated) or to gradually taper the dose and/or reduce frequency. migraine headache - CORRECT ANSWER-A headache of varying intensity, often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. Migraine headaches are sometimes preceded by warning symptoms. Triggers include hormonal changes, certain foods and drinks, stress, and exercise. cluster headache - CORRECT ANSWER-Pain is severe on one side of the head, accompanied by symptoms such as nasal discharge, or red or tearing eyes. Patient self management means - CORRECT ANSWER-Patients make decisions about their own health behaviors related to their conditions Child BP cuff - CORRECT ANSWER-Cuff with bladder that covers 80% of the length and 40% of the circumference of the circumference of the child's arm Pre-diabetes - CORRECT ANSWER-Fasting blood glucose exceeds 126 mg/dL Priority of newly diagnosed Type II diabetes education - CORRECT ANSWERRecognize acute complications such as hyper- and hypo- glycemia and when to seek medical advice Moderate sedation - CORRECT ANSWER-Able to respond purposefully to verbal commands Severe low back along with what other symptom indicates urgent visit with physician... - CORRECT ANSWER-Trouble with balance Not: Headache Pain at rest and movement Out on worker's compensation cool mist humidifier - CORRECT ANSWER-Common recommended tx for for mild URI in child under 6 years The child usually __________ she or he has a terminal illness even if she or he was never told directly - CORRECT ANSWER-Knows What is true about telehealth communications between nurses and patients or the patient's caregivers? - CORRECT ANSWER-The nurse is interpreting the caller's description of symptoms, location, and appearance In evaluating internet info for patient education, what set of criteria is valuable? - CORRECT ANSWER-Accuracy, authorship, attribution, currency, and nursing practice relevance Barrier to physical readiness to learn - CORRECT ANSWER-Hearing impairment Not: High level of anxiety Lack of pre-existing knowledge of the topic Language difference in the absence of an interpreter Expert communication skills employed in telehealth nursing - CORRECT ANSWERClarifying the reason for patient calling and what caller expects to achieve from the interaction Not: Utilizing a decision support tool, such as an algorithm, to guide the questions asked of the caller The preceptor - CORRECT ANSWER-Assists in acclimating the new nurse to the setting, role, and social environment State nursing practice act - CORRECT ANSWER-Define nursing practice, establish nursing practice standards, and protect the title of nurse the body of California law that mandates the Board to set out the scope of practice and responsibilities for RNs. One of the Biggest challenges facing patients in today's healthcare environment that may require a nurse to act as an advocate is - CORRECT ANSWER-Access to the scientifically advanced care limited due to cost Not Lack of knowledge about vaccine preventable diseases and the safety of today's vaccines Emergency medical treatment and active labor act - CORRECT ANSWER-In 1986, Congress enacted the Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act (EMTALA) to ensure public access to emergency services regardless of ability to pay. Section 1867 of the Social Security Act imposes specific obligations on Medicare-participating hospitals that offer emergency services to provide a medical screening examination (MSE) when a request is made for examination or treatment for an emergency medical condition (EMC), including active labor, regardless of an individual's ability to pay. Hospitals are then required to provide stabilizing treatment for patients with EMCs. If a hospital is unable to stabilize a patient within its capability, or if the patient requests, an appropriate transfer should be implemented. breach of confidentiality - CORRECT ANSWER-When patients check in by signing their name to a log sheet Not Leaving a voice message informed consent - CORRECT ANSWER-And adult patients competency to provide voluntary informed consent is assumed unless there is a reason to believe otherwise Not An elderly patient needs to have a mini mental status examination performed and documented if here she is going to sign in form consent him or herself According to the Americans with disabilities act, Disabled or handicapped individuals are defined as personal as who - CORRECT ANSWER-Have a substantial physical and mental limit on normal life activities Not Have substantial deficits in sensory systems or substantial limitations in mobility The goal of performance improvement is to - CORRECT ANSWER-Improve the delivery of care