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GNRS 555 MIDTERM STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS

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GNRS 555 MIDTERM STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS

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colonoscopy


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visual examination of the colon




What are some careful assessments, precautions, and history to be taken?


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, uMedical Surgical History
uMedical Clearance
uAllergies (Food, Med, Latex)
uPhysical Examination (ROS)
uDiagnostic Screenings (Labs, Type & Cross, X-ray, MRI, CT scan, EKG)
uSmoking/Alcohol/Substance abuse screening
uPregnancy screening
uPerceptions & Knowledge regarding surgery
uHome Meds (Medication Reconciliation)
vHold NSAIDs 5-7 days before surgery
vNSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Aspirin can prolongs bleeding time (surgical
wound won't stop bleeding)
vWarfarin has prolonged action with a duration of 2-5 days (bleeding risk
continues even after med is discontinued.)
uSupport sources
uOccupation
uPreoperative pain assessment
uReview of emotional health
uSelf-concept
uBody image
uCoping resources
uCultural and spiritual factors
uPrivacy & Social media




· Know the principles of asepsis (medical & surgical) and when to apply these
principles.


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Surgical asepsis or sterile technique prevents contamination of an open
wound, serves to isolate an operative or procedural area from an unsterile
environment, and maintains a sterile field for surgery or procedural
intervention




· Know the classification/staging of pressure ulcers

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Stage 1: nonblanchable erythema of intact skin
Stage 2: partial thickness skin loss w/ exposed dermis
Stage 3: full thickness skin loss
Stage 4: full thickness skin and tissue loss




colostomy


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the surgical creation of an artificial excretory opening between the colon
and the body surface




Constipation etiology


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´Insufficient dietary fiber
´Inadequate fluid intake
´Decrease physical activity
´Medication side effects (pain killers)
´Bowel obstruction secondary to tumor




what is routine Urinalysis?


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includes a number of tests that are used for screening and are diagnostic
for fluid and electrolyte disturbances, urinary tract infection, presence of

, blood and other metabolic problems




· List down the factors that commonly impact urinary elimination.


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´Growth and development
´Sociocultural factors
´Psychological factors
´Personal habits
´Fluid intake
´Pathological conditions
´Surgical procedures
´Medications (diuretics- please check potassium)
´Diagnostic Examinations




· What is fecal assessment (what do you check)?


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Discuss elimination pattern, stool characteristics, routines, bowel diversions,
appetite changes, diet history, daily fluid intake, surgery or illness,
medications, emotional state, exercise, pain or discomfort, social hx,
mobility and dexterity




· What do you mean by SMART goal and its relevance to evaluation?


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specific patient behavior, measurable or observable, attainable or
achievable for patients, realistic or relevant for patients, timed for

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