ANSWERS | 100% CORRECT
What is a primary cause for urinary alteration and UTIs in men? Answer - An
enlarged prostate can obstruct the bladder outlet and cause urinary retention
and urgency, which can lead to incontinence and urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Why causes the most difficulty for a client who needs to lie down or be slightly
elevated when a bowel movement is needed on a bed pan? Answer - Gravity!
What are some characteristics of transient incontinence? Answer - Delirium
and/or acute confusion, Inflammation (e.g., urinary tract infection [UTI],
urethritis), Medications (e.g., diuretics)
What is hyperventilation?
What are the signs & symptoms of hyperventilation? Answer - lungs remove
carbon dioxide faster than it is produced by cellular metabolism
S&S: Severe (or) acute anxiety, infection, drugs, acid-base imbalance, increased
body temperature (fever)
How do we assess a client's oxygenation status? Answer - Respiratory rate
(know normal range)
SpO2 (oxygen saturation [of what?] know normal range)
, Can a nurse administer oxygenation without an order from the primary
healthcare provider?
Is oxygen considered a medication? Answer - No. There must be a prescribed
order for administration.
Yes, oxygen is considered a medication.
Which rights of medication administration does the nurse use for
administration of oxygen?
Understand the steps of obtaining a midstream urine sample for a female
client. Answer - Potter et al. (2023), p.1255
When would the nurse use a simple face mask to administer oxygen? Answer -
Used for short periods of time (i.e. patient transportation)
What are characteristics of stress incontinence? Answer - Result of weakness
or injury to the urinary sphincter or pelvic floor muscles; common after birth of
baby
Underlying result: urethra cannot stay closed as pressure increases in the
bladder because of increased abdominal pressure (e.g., a sneeze or cough)
List some changes in the older adult that affect respiratory status. Answer -
Osteoporosis leads to changes in the size and shape of the thorax.