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,What are progressive care units? - correct ans:middle ground between ICU and telemetry case
What nursing care is provided for a critically ill patient? - correct ans:1. FREQUENT ASSESSMENTS as the
are high risk for complications and UNSTABLE
2. FREQUENT MONITORING for IV meds
a. monitor for TRENDS like "V/S change, lab changes"
3. Check for SKIN BREAKDOWN as pts are
a. intubated
b. sedated
c. immobile
What defines a critically ill patient? - correct ans:requires intense nursing care as they are PHSYCIALLY
UNSTABLE
Why are skin breakdowns a BIG CONCERN? - correct ans:Most insurance, including Medi-CAL and CARE,
wont pay for new wounds
this is why PHOTOS OF WOUNDS @ ADMIT are important
What is failure to save? - correct ans:ppl who saw things go bad but did NOT ACT/ DO ENOUGH
What are safety measures to take when caring for a pt with a NG tube/ G tube? - correct ans:1. Check
RESIDUALS to PREVENT ASPIRATION
2. Monitor for last time and traits of BOWEL MOVEMENTS
3. Check for BOWEL SOUNDS
How is NG and G tube placement confirmed before feedings? - correct ans:Definitive: Chest X ray
(accurate but slow)
Non definitive: - 6 cc syringe check
, - gastric acid comes out when tube is FIRST put in
How would you know the NG/ G tube is in the wrong place? - correct ans:If in lungs, diffulty BREATHING,
DROP in O2
TPN nutrition can be given through ________ size gauged and kept for ______? - correct ans:18- 20
peripheral IV line
kept inside for 72-96 hours/ 3-4 days
What should you monitor if giving TPN to diabetics? - correct ans:Blood glucose levels
What electrolytes and its complication should you watch for in pts with TPN? - correct ans:Potassium->>
cardiac dysrhythmias
Sodium->> confusion or seizures
Bicarbonate ->> watch as pt at risk for alkalosis
What is the biggest risk of using Foley catheters and what is preferred to be used instead? - correct
ans:1. CAUTI is big risk
2. PureWick if preferred as it keeps skin dry and is non invasive
What is a safety risk of using bed pans? - correct ans:Big risk for skin breakdowns as its uncomfortable,
requires moving pt to clean, and allows skin to be in moist setting
Why is a rectal tube preferred over a bed pan for BM? - correct ans:rec tub helps prevent skin
breakdown
frequently tested exam with comprehensive
questions and verified accurate solution
(detailed & elaborated) GRADED A+
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Services Offered
Proctored Exam Assistance
Online Class Management (Full Course Support)
Exam Preparation & Study Materials
Assignments and Coursework Support
Essays and Research Papers
Discussion Posts and Replies
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,What are progressive care units? - correct ans:middle ground between ICU and telemetry case
What nursing care is provided for a critically ill patient? - correct ans:1. FREQUENT ASSESSMENTS as the
are high risk for complications and UNSTABLE
2. FREQUENT MONITORING for IV meds
a. monitor for TRENDS like "V/S change, lab changes"
3. Check for SKIN BREAKDOWN as pts are
a. intubated
b. sedated
c. immobile
What defines a critically ill patient? - correct ans:requires intense nursing care as they are PHSYCIALLY
UNSTABLE
Why are skin breakdowns a BIG CONCERN? - correct ans:Most insurance, including Medi-CAL and CARE,
wont pay for new wounds
this is why PHOTOS OF WOUNDS @ ADMIT are important
What is failure to save? - correct ans:ppl who saw things go bad but did NOT ACT/ DO ENOUGH
What are safety measures to take when caring for a pt with a NG tube/ G tube? - correct ans:1. Check
RESIDUALS to PREVENT ASPIRATION
2. Monitor for last time and traits of BOWEL MOVEMENTS
3. Check for BOWEL SOUNDS
How is NG and G tube placement confirmed before feedings? - correct ans:Definitive: Chest X ray
(accurate but slow)
Non definitive: - 6 cc syringe check
, - gastric acid comes out when tube is FIRST put in
How would you know the NG/ G tube is in the wrong place? - correct ans:If in lungs, diffulty BREATHING,
DROP in O2
TPN nutrition can be given through ________ size gauged and kept for ______? - correct ans:18- 20
peripheral IV line
kept inside for 72-96 hours/ 3-4 days
What should you monitor if giving TPN to diabetics? - correct ans:Blood glucose levels
What electrolytes and its complication should you watch for in pts with TPN? - correct ans:Potassium->>
cardiac dysrhythmias
Sodium->> confusion or seizures
Bicarbonate ->> watch as pt at risk for alkalosis
What is the biggest risk of using Foley catheters and what is preferred to be used instead? - correct
ans:1. CAUTI is big risk
2. PureWick if preferred as it keeps skin dry and is non invasive
What is a safety risk of using bed pans? - correct ans:Big risk for skin breakdowns as its uncomfortable,
requires moving pt to clean, and allows skin to be in moist setting
Why is a rectal tube preferred over a bed pan for BM? - correct ans:rec tub helps prevent skin
breakdown
