steps to peak flow monitoring
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, 1. Move the indicator to the bottom of the numbered scale
2. Stand up
3. Take a deep breath, filling lungs completely
4. Place mouthpiece in mouth and close lips around it
5. Blow out as hard and fast as possible in a single blow
6. Repeat two more times and record the best number
interpreting peak flow results, yellow zone
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-usually 50-80% of personal best, indicates caution and that something is
triggering asthma
-HCP should provide patient with a plan of what to do
-cough, wheeze, chest tightness, shortness of breath, waking at night due
to asthma
nursing management for gout
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-bedrest during acute attack may be needed
-monitor joint ROM ability and appearance of joints
-protect the affected joint from excessive movement or direct contact w
sheets
-assess motion limitations and degree of pain
biologic/targeted therapy
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, -Slows disease progression for patients who haven't responded to
DMARDs by inhibiting inflammation
-Examples- etanercept (Enbrel), infliximab (Remicade), adalimumab
(Humira)
clinical manifestations of OA
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-morning stiffness, crepitus, unilateral joint enlargement
-Early- pain and stiffness that intensifies after activity
-Later- pain occurring with slight motions
nonpharmacologic therapy for urinary incontinence
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-decrease caffeine and artificial sweeteners
-avoid spicy and acidic foods
-avoiding decongestants and anticholinergics
-restricting PM fluid intake
-timed voiding schedule
early signs of respiratory distress
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, pursed lips, tripod position, shallow fast breaths, feeling short of breath,
high respiratory rate, confusion
external fixation
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-metal pins inserted into bone and attached to external rods
-infection control is critical
postoperative care for bowel resection
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-Assess stoma with every set of vital signs post op, then every 4 hours
-observe for signs for fluid and electrolyte imbalance
-assess and document stoma color and ensure there is no excess bleeding
nonpharmacologic treatment of diverticulosis and diverticulitis
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clear liquid diet or NPO during flare up, bed rest
OA medications for mild to moderate pain
Give this one a try later!
, 1. Move the indicator to the bottom of the numbered scale
2. Stand up
3. Take a deep breath, filling lungs completely
4. Place mouthpiece in mouth and close lips around it
5. Blow out as hard and fast as possible in a single blow
6. Repeat two more times and record the best number
interpreting peak flow results, yellow zone
Give this one a try later!
-usually 50-80% of personal best, indicates caution and that something is
triggering asthma
-HCP should provide patient with a plan of what to do
-cough, wheeze, chest tightness, shortness of breath, waking at night due
to asthma
nursing management for gout
Give this one a try later!
-bedrest during acute attack may be needed
-monitor joint ROM ability and appearance of joints
-protect the affected joint from excessive movement or direct contact w
sheets
-assess motion limitations and degree of pain
biologic/targeted therapy
Give this one a try later!
, -Slows disease progression for patients who haven't responded to
DMARDs by inhibiting inflammation
-Examples- etanercept (Enbrel), infliximab (Remicade), adalimumab
(Humira)
clinical manifestations of OA
Give this one a try later!
-morning stiffness, crepitus, unilateral joint enlargement
-Early- pain and stiffness that intensifies after activity
-Later- pain occurring with slight motions
nonpharmacologic therapy for urinary incontinence
Give this one a try later!
-decrease caffeine and artificial sweeteners
-avoid spicy and acidic foods
-avoiding decongestants and anticholinergics
-restricting PM fluid intake
-timed voiding schedule
early signs of respiratory distress
Give this one a try later!
, pursed lips, tripod position, shallow fast breaths, feeling short of breath,
high respiratory rate, confusion
external fixation
Give this one a try later!
-metal pins inserted into bone and attached to external rods
-infection control is critical
postoperative care for bowel resection
Give this one a try later!
-Assess stoma with every set of vital signs post op, then every 4 hours
-observe for signs for fluid and electrolyte imbalance
-assess and document stoma color and ensure there is no excess bleeding
nonpharmacologic treatment of diverticulosis and diverticulitis
Give this one a try later!
clear liquid diet or NPO during flare up, bed rest
OA medications for mild to moderate pain
