Med Surg Exam 3 Study Guide (Med Surg Exam 3 Study Guide)

ITP: autoimmune disease that platelets (<15,000) Treatment: • Corticosteroid (prednisone) • IV immunoglobin • Splenectomy is last resort Outcomes: • No evidence of bleeding or bruising • Maintain vascular and tissue integrity NI: • S/S OF BLEEDING = HUGE & look for all over body o S/s of hemorrhage • Monitor labs (PTT order) • Avoid IM injections: o Small gauge needle if injection is necessary o Pt. can end up with huge hematoma if given • Soft toothbrush, e...

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14 pages

Written in 2020/2021

Grade A

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Med Surg Exam 3 Study Guide

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14 pages

Written in 2020/2021

Grade A+

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