LPN Fundamentals Of Nursing Exam 1-6 FINAL EXAM Questions With Complete Solutions

Define Sinus Tachycardia correct answer: Regular Rhythm, rate 100-180 beats/min (higher in infants) When is the best time of the month to perform a self-breast examination? correct answer: 4th to 7th day during menstrual cycle or days after cycle has ended. Define total Patient Care correct answer: Rn is responsible for all aspects of care for one or more pts during a shift of care. Care is usually consistent, comprehensive, and holistic, care can be delegated. RN works directly with pt, family and health care team members. Define Primary nursing correct answer: 1 primary RN assumes responsibility for a caseload of patients, provides care for the same pts during their stay in health care facility. RN assesses pt, develops plan of care and delivers appropriate nursing intervention. Communication is lateral from nurse to nurse and caregiver to caregiver. Define major surgery correct answer: Involves extensive reconstruction or alteration in body parts, poses great risks to well being. Describe a stage II pressure ulcer correct answer: Partial thickness loss of dermis presenting a shallow ulcer red- pink wound bed without slough. May present an intact or open. ruptured serum filled blister. Shiny dry shallow ulcer without slough or bruising. Define Presbyscusis correct answer: Hearing loss associated with aging. Usually involves both a loss of hearing sensitivity and a reduction in the clarity of speech. Define Ventilation correct answer: movement of air in and out of the lungs. Afterload ejection of blood from left ventricle define contact precaution correct answer: Safeguards designed