Hondros Nur160 exam 1 Possible Questions and Answers

What is PTT used for? - Heparin What is PT/INR used for? - Coumadin serous drainage - clear, watery, thin fluid Serosanguineous - Pink drainage Sanguineous - red drainage purulent drainage - Infection, brown drainage Evisceration - Post op with abdominal incision. After coughing, the wound is open and organs visible Dehiscence - Post op, suture/staples come apart and wound is slightly open. What is the TX for dehiscence and evisceration? - Sterile soaked gauze, call surgeon What does an IS do? - Encourages and assists pt to deep breathe, 8-10 breaths per hr Lucian Leape believes there are 4 types of errors, what are they? - Diagnostic, Preventative, Treatment, and communication Assertive Communication - Expressing thoughts, feelings, and opinions in a clear way w/o putting others downTherapeutic Communication - Verbal and nonverbal communication techniques that encourage patients to express their feelings and to achieve a positive relationship. Advance well being.