NURS 321

Autoimmune Disorders, Increased ICP & Intracranial Disorders, Inflammatory & Mobility Disorders, and Sensory Perception Which of the following would be appropriate to utilize in diagnosing increased ICP? Select all that apply. a. Cranial X-ray b. CT Scan of the brain c. Neurological Assessment d. Ventriculostomy correct answer: b, c, and d In assessing the patient with scleroderma for pending renal crisis, which findings require an intervention by the nurse? (Select all that apply.)...

Rheumatoid Arthritis correct answer: 1. Inflammation of connective tissue within synovial joints 2. Chronic, systemic autoimmune disease 3. Remission and exacerbation periods 4. Local tissue inflammation and localized symptoms plus extra-articular manifestations 5. Incidence increases with age Rheumatoid arthritis risk factors correct answer: 1. Genetic 2. Smoking 3. Stress 4. Infection Rheumatoid arthritis pathophysiology correct answer: 1. Autoantibody presence in response to a...

A nurse is preparing to administer an emergency drug to a patient who is having a severe allergic reaction. Which route of administration would provide the fastest and most complete absorption? correct answer: Intravenous Rationale: Intravenous administration results in the fastest and most complete absorption of a drug. When preparing to administer a sustained-release capsule to a patient, the nurse understands that which of the following is an incorrect statement concerning this drug fo...

What are the different diagnostic testing and procedure options for Upper GI disorders? correct answer: abdominal x-ray CT scan of abdomen MRI of abdomen ultrasound of abdomen/esophagus upper GI or barium swallow endoscopic procedures (e.g. EGD) tissue biopsies PET scan What is nausea? how would you describe it to a patient? correct answer: upset stomach feel like you're going to be sick What are nausea and vomiting common s/s of? correct answer: GI disorders pregnancy CNS d...

What increases an individual's risk for C.Diff? Select all that apply. a. Antibiotic therapy b. Immunosuppression c. Intake of fatty foods d. Old age e. Sedentary lifestyle correct answer: a, b, and d A patient undergoes a laparoscopic cholecystectomy and returns to the clinical unit after recovering from anesthesia. Select the appropriate nursing interventions when caring for the patient in the immediate postoperative period. There are 4 correct statements. a. Administer NSAIDS f...

High Fowler's correct answer: 90 Degrees Body Mechanics correct answer: The efficient use of the body as a machine and as a means of locomotion Body Alignment correct answer: Permits optimal musculoskeletal balance and operation and promotes physiologic functioning. There should be no undue strain on joints, muscles, tendons or ligaments while balance is maintained Center of Gravity correct answer: In humans, it is the center of the pelvis about midway between the umbilicus and the...

Drug Hx includes correct answer: - Rx - OTC - Herbal - Homeopathic - Home remedies - street drugs "5 rights" +2 correct answer: 1. drug 2. dose and form 3. time 4. route 5. patient 6. documentation 7. circumstance JACHO National Patient Safety Goals included medication reconciliation requirements medicine reconciliation correct answer: 1. list 2. compare to ordered 3. new complete list to take home Principles of pharmacology correct answer: the study of medica...

Nurse Practice Act correct answer: - defines the practice of nursing - sets the minimum educational qualifications and other requirements for licensure - determines the legal titles and abbreviations nurses may use - provides for disciplinary action of licensees fir certain causes Practice related issues correct answer: - Malpractice - Delegation - Informed consent Professional standards correct answer: - preparation and commitment Professionalism in Nursing correct answer: - C...

The nursing process- ADPIE correct answer: Assessment Diagnosis Planning Implementation Evaluation SOLER correct answer: (Active Listening) Sit facing the patient Open position Lean towards the patient Eye contact Relax iSBAR correct answer: (Communication Tool) Identify Situation Background Assessment Recommendation Goals are measured using SMART correct answer: Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Timed ABC's correct answer: airway, breathing, circulatio...

Who do Street Outreach nurses work with? correct answer: Work with people who are homeless and community organizations What do street outreach nurses focus on? correct answer: building relationships, maintaining the dignity of and respect for clients Creating environment of cultural safety and empowerment provide access to primary care, mental health services, communicable disease care and support (HIV, TB, STI's) Birth control, prenatal and postnatal support Drug and alcohol rehabili...