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What is acute pain? How long does it last? - ANSWERS-sudden onset, usually subsides once
treated.
Lasts no more than 6 months
What is chronic pain? - ANSWERS-Pain continues for 6 months or longer, usually related to an
underlying issue ie: arthritis or illness
Who is the founder of modern day nursing? - ANSWERS-Florence Nightingale
What is Maslow's hierarchy of needs? - ANSWERS-1. Physiological needs
2. Safety and Security needs
3. Love and Belonging Needs
4. Self esteem
5. self actualization
What is surgical asepsis? - ANSWERS-the process of creating and maintaining an area that is
completely free of pathogens (sterile technique)
, What is medical asepsis? - ANSWERS-measures used to reduce and prevent the spread of
pathogens (clean technique)
What is the best way to breaking the chain of infection? - ANSWERS-Washing hands
What is objective data? - ANSWERS-What you observe and can measure
What is subjective data? - ANSWERS-Data that only the subject or "patient" can feel and will tell
you. Usually in a statement.
When should discharge planning begin? - ANSWERS-Shortly after admission
When is a discharge against medical advice signed? - ANSWERS-an AMA form is signed when
patient wishes to leave healthcare facility against medical advice
What is blanching? - ANSWERS-whitening of skin/nail due to pressure, if not returned to normal
color within 3 seconds or less it may be an indicator for poor blood circulation.
What should a nurse do if reddened area appears on sacrum of patient? - ANSWERS-Do
blanching test
apply barrier cream
make sure pt is being repositioned every 2 hrs
What is informed consent? - ANSWERS-permission granted in the knowledge of the possible
consequences, typically that which is given by a patient to a doctor for treatment with full
knowledge of the possible risks and benefits.