Exam 1: NUR242/ NUR 242 (2024/ 2025 Update) Med-Surg | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen
Exam 1: NUR242/ NUR 242 (2024/ 2025 Update) Med-Surg | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen QUESTION Braden Scale - use to determine risk for ulcers - 6 high risk - Diabetes, spinal cord injury, b12 deficiency QUESTION Albumin and pre albumin Answer: - 3.5-5 - Albumin tells for a while back - Pre albumin has short half life and is used to determine sufficiency of interventions QUESTION Wound Vac Answer: - risk for bleeding QUESTION Pruritus Answer: - itching of the skin QUESTION NI for pruritus Answer: - prevent itching - antihistamines and topical ointment QUESTION Pt teaching for pruritus Answer: - bathe in tepid water -short fingernails - use non alkaline soap - oatmeal baths - pat skin dry - avoid tight clothing - fluid intake of 3000ml - avoid alcohol - avoid caffeine - cool sleeping environment QUESTION Cyanosis in pt with dark skin - assess lips/ tongue for gray color - assess nail beds, palms, and sole of feet for blue color
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