NSG 121 (NSG121)

NSG121- Quiz #1 & #2 Forms of Oral Meds - correct answer -Liquid -Tablet -Capsule -Sublingual Considerations of Liquid Med Administration - correct answer -Use cup w/ measurements -Look at meniscus -Liquids for older adults & children -Hold bottle in palm of hand -Do not draw up liquid in a syringe directly from bottle Considerations of Tablet Med Administration - correct answer -Ensure you select the proper type of pill -When splitting a tablet, keep other half in pill splitter ...

NSG121: SuicideSuicide/completed suicide - correct answer intentionally taking away one's own life which results in death Suicide attempt - correct answer self-inflicted injury from which a person has at least some intention of dying Suicide Ideation - correct answer thoughts of killing oneself How are females more likely to commit suicide - correct answer a "peaceful", non-lethal way, less violent How are males more likely to commit suicide? - correct answer more lethal, violent ...

NSG121- Unit 1 (Musculoskeletal) What is calcium? Normal levels? - correct answer A mineral that affects bone growth and metabolism 9.0-10.5 Bone contains about 99% of.... - correct answer Calcium in the body Calcium maintains a balance with? - correct answer Phosphorus What is Vitamin D? - correct answer produced in the body and transported in the blood to promote absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the small intestine Vitamin D enhances... - correct answer PTH activity to r...

NSG121 Unit 3 Review A patient is admitted to the ER with the following findings: HR 110 (thready upon palpation), 80/62 BP, 25 mL/hr urinary output, and Na level of 160. What interventions do you expect the medical doctor to order for this patient? A Restrict fluid intake and monitor daily weights B Administer hypertonic solution of 5% Dextrose 0.45% Sodium Chloride and monitor urinary output C Administer hypotonic IV fluid and administer sodium tablets D No interventions are expected - cor...

NSG121 Unit2-Part1Cardiac Cycle - correct answer Events that occur in the heart from the beginning of one heart beat to the next. 3 Major Sequential Events: Diastole - correct answer -A and V in relaxed state, ventricles fill with blood -before pumping 3 Major Sequential Events: Atrial Systole - correct answer -myocardial contraction -blood is rushing into ventricles 3 Major Sequential Events: Ventricular Systole - correct answer -myocardial contraction -blood is passing to the arter...

NSG121-Exam 3-Musculoskeletal-Everything about ORIF'sORIF stands for open reduction internal fixation After the bone heals hardware might be _______ depending on the location and type of hardware removed Technique to promote new bone growth for malunion and nonunion fracture circular external fixation Nurses should prevent ______ especially of the hip dislocation Nurses should monitor ____ integrity skin Nurses should ensure that patient's heels are _______ at a...

NSG121-Exam 3-Musculoskeletal-Post Op CareLook for signs and symptoms of pin site infection - correct answer external fixator Which is more important, infection or bleeding? - correct answer bleeding Which is more important, infection or positioning education? - correct answer infection Which is more important, positioning education or bleeding? - correct answer bleeding You should perform pin care with a sterile solution _____ times per day - correct answer 3 Hemoglobin less than...

NSG121-Exam 5-Medicine PrecautionsGive a single dose at bedtime for treatment of heartburn and PUD Famotidine and Nizatidine - Give 1 hour before and 2 hours after meals and at bedtime - Do NOT give within 30 minutes of giving antacids Sucralfate Don't take aspirin while taking this drug! Bismuth subsalicylate - Give 2 hours after meals and at bedtime - Use liquid instead of tablets - Do NOT give other drugs within 1-2 hours of this

Nursing 121 Exam #1Comfort - correct answer A subjective experience. An individual experiences comfort when each level of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is fulfilled. The most basic physiological needs of oxygen, shelter, food, water, and sleep are met, and the individual feels safe from anxiety, fear, and pain. The individual who experiences true comfort senses love and belonging from friends and family. Pain - correct answer An unpleasent sensory and emotional experience associated with ac...

Nursing 121 exam 3When admitting an acutely confused patient with a head injury, which action should the nurse take? a. Ask family members about the patient's health history. b. Ask leading questions to assist in obtaining health data. c. Wait until the patient is better oriented to ask questions. d. Obtain only the physiologic neurologic assessment data. - correct answer A When admitting a patient who is likely to be a poor historian, the nurse should obtain health history information...