Hondros Nursing 160 exam 2 2023 with complete solution graded A+

COPD Assessment and finding - -Barrel chest - shortness of breath -lung crackling -clubed fingers What is respiratory acidosis? - Too little co2 and acidic pH How do you treat respiratory acidosis? - Assist with ventilation What is assessed in a glasgow Coma Scale - Verbal Flexsation with pain Eye opening --NOT PERRLA-- What is the difference between emphysema and COPD - Emphysema is caused by smoking How do you take a pulse ox at home - Body temperature is warm Do not get on the same side as blood pressure cuff Focused assessment with oxygen patient - O2 setting Cannula in nostril Pulse of Ventilation Steps to drawing ABG - 3 to 5 mL syringe Put specimen directly on iceSend to lab Can effect pulse ox reading - Cold hands Nail polish Medicine that reduces inflammation - Prednisone What do you assess for in a fluid volume overload - Long sound for pulmonary edema Hypovolemic shock - High blood pressure and high heart rate What type of catheter is appropriate for prostate issues - Coude catheter