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What does Rostow's model assume about countries? - industrialized, capitalist, democratic ideals. What is a criticism of the assumption in Rostow's model? - kinship and community over wealth and status. -It assumes all countries value -Other cultures may value What does the concept of 'Scale and uneven Development' imply? - are not uniform across one country. -Stages of growth How does India fit into the stages of growth according to Rostow's model? - ...

Which of the following situations may result in a low cardiac output and low cardiac index? (Select all that apply.) a. Exercise b. Hypovolemia c. Myocardial infarction d.Shock - -ANS: B, C, D Hypovolemia, myocardial infarction, and shock often result in a decreased cardiac output. Cardiac output is usually increased with exercise.

Law - -the sum total of human made rules designed to help people maintain order in their society and settle their problems in a nondestructive manner. Statutory Law - -established through the legislative process and expands each time Congress or state legislatures pass new legislation. Common Law - -established by previous court decisions and expands each time a judge makes a legal ruling in a case. Public Law - -defines and interprets relationships between individual...

What are vital signs? - -Clinical measurements that include blood pressure, pulse, body temperature, respiration, and oxygen saturation. What do vital signs provide? - -A baseline of data to compare future findings and identify trends indicating changes in a client's condition. What is blood pressure? - of blood vessels. What is pulse? - -A measurement of the force of circulating blood on the walls -The rhythmic dilation of the arteries that occurs with the beating...

Delegation - for the outcome. Right Task - -Transferring responsibility of a task to another while remaining accountable -One of the Five Rights of Delegation. Right Circumstance - Right Person - -One of the Five Rights of Delegation. -One of the Five Rights of Delegation. Right Direction / Communication - Right Supervision / Evaluation - Nurse's Role - -One of the Five Rights of Delegation. -One of the Five Rights of Delegation.

Early signs of hypoxia - Late signs of hypoxia - Nasal cannula - -Restlessness, anxiety, confusion, tachycardia, tachypnea -Cyanosis, bradycardia, hypotension, stupor -1-6 L/min; FiO₂ 24-44%; humidify if >4 L/min Simple face mask - Non-rebreather mask - Venturi mask - -5-10 L/min; FiO₂ 35-50%; risk of aspiration with nausea -10-15 L/min; FiO₂ up to 95%; bag must stay ⅔ inflated

What are the aims of teaching and counseling? - -Maintaining and promoting health, preventing illness, restoring health, facilitating coping, and promoting outcomes. What is a key outcome of effective teaching? - care practices. What should teaching begin with in patient care? - patient encounter. What are factors affecting patient learning? - -Optimal level of wellness and related self--Teaching should begin at the first -Age and developmental level, family/caregiv...

Which disorder is due to decreased dopamine in the basal ganglia? - What basic info should be taught about MS? - -Parkinson disease -Progressive demyelinating disease What is a major threat of an inoperable brain tumor? - What is the risk associated with a brain angioma? - -Increased intracranial pressure -Hemorrhagic stroke What type of seizure occurs when a child freezes briefly mid-play? - What is the priority for a seizure patient? - What should be documen...

What is the pathophysiology of asthma? - -Asthma is a chronic disease characterized by reversible airway obstruction due to inflammation and sensitivity to triggers. What are common triggers for asthma? - weather, seasonal allergies, pets, and exercise. -Triggers include smoking, allergens, cold What symptoms may indicate an asthma attack? - -Symptoms include shortness of breath (SOB), chest tightness, coughing, wheezing, increased mucus production, and use of accessory m...

What are common withdrawal symptoms for post-surgical alcoholic patients? - Diaphoresis, hyperreflexia, anxiety, tachycardia, irritability. What is the recommended nursing care for post-surgical alcoholic patients? - monitoring, benzodiazepines, thiamine/multivitamins, calm/safe environment. What should be monitored in elderly patients receiving benzodiazepines? - respiratory depression. What is the purpose of using a nicotine patch post-operatively? - --CIWA-Ar -Watc...

What populations are at risk for fluid volume deficit? - individuals. -Very young, elderly, and obese What are the two main types of transport mechanisms for fluids? - passive transport (diffusion, osmosis, filtration). What is homeostasis in relation to body fluids? - -Active transport and -The process of keeping body fluids in balance through intake, output, and the thirst mechanism. What is the normal urine output per hour that indicates adequate kidney function? - ...

What is money? - -Money is any asset that is widely accepted as payment for goods and services or repayment of debt. What are the three functions of money? - Store of value. What is IORB? - -1) Medium of exchange, 2) Unit of account, 3) -IORB (Interest on Reserve Balances) is the interest rate the Federal Reserve pays commercial banks on reserve balances held at the Fed. What is IORB used for? - -IORB is the Fed's main monetary policy tool that helps set a floor ...

What is aromatherapy? - -The therapeutic use of essential oils extracted from plants, used through massage, inhalation, baths, compresses, or ointments to promote health. What precautions should be taken with aromatherapy? - -Caution is advised when combining with medications, and it is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. What is homeopathy based on? - -The Law of Similars, which states that a substance causing symptoms in a healthy person can be used to tr...

What is angioplasty? - blood vessels. - A surgical procedure to repair or widen narrowed or obstructed What is the purpose of a stent? - Who first proposed angioplasty? - - To hold a blood vessel open after angioplasty. - Dotter and Judkins in 1964. What condition does angioplasty primarily treat? - What technique did Dotter use for angioplasty? - the vessel. What was the first patient treated with angioplasty? - healing ulcer and gangrenous toes. What a...

What is the normal range for systolic blood pressure? - What is the normal range for diastolic blood pressure? - What can cause acute hypertension? - -90-120 mmHg -60-80 mmHg -Pain, heart failure, volume overload, kidney failure, allergic reactions, neurological injuries, activity/exertion. What can cause acute hypotension? - -Severe medication reaction, hemorrhage, septic shock, cardiogenic shock, hypothermia, anaphylactic shock, cardiac arrhythmias. How do you take ...

Steps of the Communication Process - -Initiated based on stimulus; Sender or source of message (encoder) begins process; Message—communication product from the source; Channel of communication—auditory, visual, kinesthetic; Receiver (decoder) —translates and interprets the message being received; Confirmation of the message provides feedback. Forms of Communication - -Verbal—depends on understanding of language; Nonverbal— facial expressions, gestures, eye contact, tou...

A __________ keeps the covers from pushing down on a resident's feet. - A nursing assistant should reposition immobile residents at least every - A nursing assistant should give nail care - -When it has been assigned -Bed cradle -Two hours How can a nursing assistant help promote independence and dignity while assisting with grooming? - -By honoring the resident's preferences. In which of the following procedures must a nursing assistant always wear gloves? - ...

1. What is one important reason why bed linens should remain wrinkle-free? a)To help keep the skin healthy and prevent pressure injuries b) To keep nursing assistants from having to change the sheets too often c) To keep sheets looking new d) To reduce the amount of dirt on the sheets - -a)To help keep the skin healthy and prevent pressure injuries 2. What is the term for a device that replaces a missing body part? a) Pronation b) Prone c) Personal protective equipment d) Pro...

An acute illness is - -A sudden illness from which the person is expected to recover Persons living in nursing centers are called - The nursing team involves the following except - -residents -Doctors You have an important role in meeting standards and in the survey process. You must do the following except - -Interview patients and family The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 is a - -Federal Law OBRA requires retraining and/or new competency evaluation fo...

A resident with nocturia gets up multiple times during the night to use the bathroom. What is the best action the CNA can take to promote safety? A) Turn off all lights in the room to encourage sleep B) Offer the bedpan every hour without asking C) Make sure the call light and night light are within reach D) Withhold fluids in the evening to reduce bathroom trips - Make sure the call light and night light are within reach What is a bedside commode ? - -Answer: C -A portable...