Practical nursing Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE: PRACTICAL NURSING NUR 1172: Nutritional Principles in Nursing Nutrition Exam #1 Concept Guide 1) Macronutrients a. Fats b. Carbohydrates c. Protein 2) Pathophysiology a. Digestion b. Structure of the GI tract 3) Alteration in Health a. Cardiovascular b. Diabetic c. Lactose Intolerance 4) Tools a. Dietary Reference Intake b. Adequate Intake 5) Compounds a. Natural b. Organic c. Synthetic 6) Terms a. overweight i. b. hypertension i. c. obese i. . d. type 2 ...

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE MATERNAL CHILD NURSING NUR 2513 EXAM STUDY GUIDE (100% CORRECT WITH ANSWERS EXPLAINED) 1. A newly pregnant patient tells the nurse that she has irregular periods and is unsure of when she got pregnant. Scheduling an ultrasound is a standing prescription for the patient’s health care provider. When is the best time for the nurse to schedule the patient’s ultrasound? a. Immediately b. In 2 weeks c. In 4 weeks d. In 6 weeks ANSWER: A. Immediately An embryo can be seen ...

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE PRACTICAL NURSING PRN 1486 GERONTOLOGIC NURSING EXAM 2 STUDY GUIDE MATERIAL 1. What are some nursing interventions for respiratory system changes with aging? ANS: • Deep breathing exercises • Encourage them to get the flu (yearly) and pneumonia vaccines (every 5 years) 2. What are some changes in the musculoskeletal system with aging? ANS: • Ht. Decrease (2-3 in.) due to loss of cartilage, thinning of vertebral disks, & curvature of spine • Kyphosis • Decrease ...

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE PRACTICAL NURSING PRN 1486 GERONTOLOGIC NURSING EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE MATERIAL 1. What is gerontology? ANS: The scientific study of the effects of time on human development, specifically the study of older persons; it encompasses ALL aspects of the aging process and the consequences of these problems for both the elderly population and society. 2. What is geriatrics? ANS: A specialty that focuses on healthcare of elderly people and aims to promote health by preventing and trea...

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE PRACTICAL NURSING PRN 1486 GERONTOLOGIC NURSING EXAM 3 STUDY GUIDE MATERIAL 1. How would you instruct a person to get up from a fall? ANS: • Remain still on the floor or ground for a few moments. This will help you get over the shock of falling. • Decide if you're hurt before getting up. Getting up too quickly or in the wrong way could make an injury worse. • If you think you can get up safely without help, roll over onto your side. • Rest again while your body an...

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE: PRACTICAL NURSING PRN 1555: Psychosocial Nursing EXAM REVIEW 1. What impact does women living on the street have on infant mortality? Infant death is higher 2. How do you assess the Level of consciousness of the clients? Alert and Oriented 3. Does the Nurse’s Code of Ethics include allowing the client to maintain confidentiality? Yes 4. What are the rights that nurses are guaranteed under the Nurse’s Code of Ethics? Provision 1: The nurse practices with compassion...

RASMUSSEN COLLEGE PRACTICAL NURSING PRN 1356 BASIC PHARMACOLOGY EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE 1. Medication ANSWER: a medicinal agent that modifies body functions 2. Pharmacology ANSWER: the science that deals with the origin, nature, chemistry, effects, and uses of medications 3. Primary nursing obligation ANSWER: "do no harm" 4. Five "schedules" of controlled substances ANSWER: I. Schedule I: High potential for abuse; no accepted medical use (heroin, LSD; not kept in healthcare facili...

Professional Nursing II Exam 1|PN2 Exam 1; Complete Solution Questions and Verified Answers 1. A client has a tracheostomy tube in place. When the nurse suctions the client, food particles are noted. What action by the nurse is best? Answer: Measure and compare cuff pressures.

NUR2115- Fundamentals of Professional Nursing: Final Exam Concept Review (Latest): Rasmussen College NUR 2115 Final Exam Guide / NUR2115 Final Exam Guide (Latest) - Fundamentals of Professional Nursing: Rasmussen College NUR 2115 Final Exam Guide (Latest) - Fundamentals of Professional Nursing: Rasmussen College