What order is the NG Tube is implemented:
Perform hand hygieneElevate patient, HOB 30-45 degreesConfirm first method
utilized of placement check (length of tube vs documented)Identify the patientCheck
pH of contents, color and consistencyPut on glovesReplace aspirated contents after
checking for gastric residual
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1. Perform Hand Hygiene
2. Put on gloves
3. Identify the patient
4. Elevate the patient, HOB 30-45 degrees
5. Confirm first method of placement check (length of tube vs documented
tube length)
6. Check the pH of the contents, check for color and consistency
7. Replace aspirated contents after checking for gastric residual
What is ISBAR/SBAR communication?
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A standardized communication tool is used in healthcare settings to ensure
clear and effective communication, particularly during handoffs or when
conveying critical information to other healthcare providers. It can be used
when giving report to another nurse or when contacting a provider.
Identity, Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
Why is hand hygiene so important?
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Most effective way to prevent infections
What is the respiratory assessment order?
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I-Inspect
P-Palpate
P-Percuss
A-Auscultate
What is the purpose and components of a Focused Health History?
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, Purpose: The focused health history involves questions that relate to the
current situation.
Components: An example is the patient visiting the primary care provider
about a cough. In this case, the nurse asks about the length, severity, and
timing of the cough and other related factors. During focused health
histories, nurses do not perform a complete review of systems (discussed
later).
What are the makes up nursing diagnoses?
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Problem (P): The label or description of the patient's health issue.
Etiology (E): The cause or related factors contributing to the problem.
Signs and Symptoms (S): The defining characteristics or evidence
supporting the diagnosis (objective and subjective data).
Example: Impaired physical mobility related to post-surgical pain as
evidenced by patient reporting pain 8/10 and reluctance to ambulate.
What is malpractice?
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Illegal, improper, or negligent actions by a licensed professional that result
in harm
Which of the following are HIPPA violations? Select All That Apply
A. Accessing a patient's medical records out of curiosity, even if you do not share or
use the information.
B. Discussing a patient's condition with the provider at the nurses' station.
Perform hand hygieneElevate patient, HOB 30-45 degreesConfirm first method
utilized of placement check (length of tube vs documented)Identify the patientCheck
pH of contents, color and consistencyPut on glovesReplace aspirated contents after
checking for gastric residual
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1. Perform Hand Hygiene
2. Put on gloves
3. Identify the patient
4. Elevate the patient, HOB 30-45 degrees
5. Confirm first method of placement check (length of tube vs documented
tube length)
6. Check the pH of the contents, check for color and consistency
7. Replace aspirated contents after checking for gastric residual
What is ISBAR/SBAR communication?
,Give this one a try later!
A standardized communication tool is used in healthcare settings to ensure
clear and effective communication, particularly during handoffs or when
conveying critical information to other healthcare providers. It can be used
when giving report to another nurse or when contacting a provider.
Identity, Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation
Why is hand hygiene so important?
Give this one a try later!
Most effective way to prevent infections
What is the respiratory assessment order?
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I-Inspect
P-Palpate
P-Percuss
A-Auscultate
What is the purpose and components of a Focused Health History?
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, Purpose: The focused health history involves questions that relate to the
current situation.
Components: An example is the patient visiting the primary care provider
about a cough. In this case, the nurse asks about the length, severity, and
timing of the cough and other related factors. During focused health
histories, nurses do not perform a complete review of systems (discussed
later).
What are the makes up nursing diagnoses?
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Problem (P): The label or description of the patient's health issue.
Etiology (E): The cause or related factors contributing to the problem.
Signs and Symptoms (S): The defining characteristics or evidence
supporting the diagnosis (objective and subjective data).
Example: Impaired physical mobility related to post-surgical pain as
evidenced by patient reporting pain 8/10 and reluctance to ambulate.
What is malpractice?
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Illegal, improper, or negligent actions by a licensed professional that result
in harm
Which of the following are HIPPA violations? Select All That Apply
A. Accessing a patient's medical records out of curiosity, even if you do not share or
use the information.
B. Discussing a patient's condition with the provider at the nurses' station.
