Summary NUR2356 Multidimensional Care I MDC 1 Exam 1 Outline

NUR2356 Multidimensional Care I MDC 1 Exam 1 Outline NUR2356: Multidimensional Care I / MDC 1 Exam 1 Outline 1. Herbal supplements a. Aloe: wound healing. b. Chamomile: anti-inflammatory. c. Echinacea: strengthen body’s immune system, prevention against cold and flu. d. Feverfew: used for migraine headaches, as well as for menstrual cramps. e. Garlic:used for cardiovascular conditions, including high cholesterol and triglyceride levels associated with the risk of atherosclerosis. f. Gingko Biloba:used for many conditions with aging, including poor circulation and memory loss. g. Ginseng:used as a general tonic to increase overall body tone, ginseng is considered helpful in elevating energy levels and improving resistance to stress. h. Valerian:promotes sleep and reduces anxiety. Pain assessment (3) a. Types of pain i. Cutaneous Pain :arises from burning your skin. 1. Example – on a hot iron or from touching a hot pan on the stove. ii. Visceral Pain: caused from deep internal disorders such as menstrual cramps, labor pains, or gastrointestinal infections. iii. Deep Somatic Pain: originates from the ligaments, tendons, nerves, blood vessels and bones. 1. Example – fractures or sprains iv. Radiating Pain: starts at an origin but extends to other