NURS 3512 - Complex Concepts Final Exam Study Guide

NURS 3512 - Complex Concepts Final Exam Study Guide PNEUMONIA PNEUMONIA●Clinical Manifestations-droplet precautions○ Chest discomfort due to coughing○Confusion from hypoxia○ Fever, chills ○SOB ○Tachypnea ○Pleuritic chest pain ○Yellow-tinged sputum○Crackles and wheezes○Decreased oxygen saturation levels●Nursing Interventions/Management of care○Sputum culture first before giving antibiotics○High Fowlers○Suction to remove secretions○Encourage coughing○Oxygen therapy○Rest periods○Fluid intake of 2-3L/day○Additional calories○Turn cough, deep breath before suction○Antibiotics (finish full course), bronchodilators, anti-inflammatories TUBERCULOSIS●Clinical manifestations○Persistent cough lasting longer than 3 weeks○Purulent sputum (possibly blood-streaked)○Weight loss○Fatigue and lethargy○Night sweats and low-grade fever in the afternoon●Nursing Interventions/Management of Care○Prevent infection control (airborne precautions)■N95 Hepa filter■Negative airflow room■Client wears a surgical mask during transport■Stay 3 feet away from pt○Mantoux test○Encourage fluid intake and a well-balanced diet for adequate caloric intake○Encourage foods that are rich in protein, iron, and vitamins B and C○Isoniazid (check liver, vision, hearing, kidneys)- for family members