WRITTEN PORTION OF LATEST
HCA 201B
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
QUESTION 1
Factors effecting oxygen needs - ANSWERS-Aging-Muscles weaken, lungs
become less elastic, or difficulty coughing
Exercise-Requires more oxygen
Fever-Oxygen needs increase, body working harder to fight infection
Pain-Oxygen needs increase, chest or abdominal surgery make this difficult
Drugs-Depress the respiratory center or cause respiratory arrest
QUESTION 2
Promoting Comfort and Safety During Defecation - ANSWERS-Provide for
privacy. Ask visitors or family members to leave the room. Close doors, pull
privacy curtains, and close window curtains, blinds, or shades.
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HCA 201B
Make sure the bedpan is warm.
Cover the client for warmth and privacy.
Allow enough time for defecation. Do not rush the client.
Stay nearby if the client is weak or unsteady.
Provide perineal care.
QUESTION 3
Signs and Symptoms of Hypoxia - ANSWERS-Restlessness
Dizziness
Disorientation
Confusion
Behaviour and personality changes
• Difficulty concentrating and difficulty following directions
• Apprehension
• Anxiety
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HCA 201B
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
QUESTION 1
Factors effecting oxygen needs - ANSWERS-Aging-Muscles weaken, lungs
become less elastic, or difficulty coughing
Exercise-Requires more oxygen
Fever-Oxygen needs increase, body working harder to fight infection
Pain-Oxygen needs increase, chest or abdominal surgery make this difficult
Drugs-Depress the respiratory center or cause respiratory arrest
QUESTION 2
Promoting Comfort and Safety During Defecation - ANSWERS-Provide for
privacy. Ask visitors or family members to leave the room. Close doors, pull
privacy curtains, and close window curtains, blinds, or shades.
END OF
PAGE
1
, WRITTEN PORTION OF LATEST
HCA 201B
Make sure the bedpan is warm.
Cover the client for warmth and privacy.
Allow enough time for defecation. Do not rush the client.
Stay nearby if the client is weak or unsteady.
Provide perineal care.
QUESTION 3
Signs and Symptoms of Hypoxia - ANSWERS-Restlessness
Dizziness
Disorientation
Confusion
Behaviour and personality changes
• Difficulty concentrating and difficulty following directions
• Apprehension
• Anxiety
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PAGE
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