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What is the importance of assessing a pt's pain status?
It is a critical component to understanding the pt's clinical status and progress.
Which cultures care for ill members by protecting them from bad news about their health?
collectivistic
-Hispanic
-African
-Aisan
Why do we analyze vital signs?
To interpret their significance and make decisions about appropriate interventions.
Which approach ensures accuracy when taking vitals?
organized & systematic
What 3 actions should be taken when an significant change in vitals is observed?
1. verify changes
2. communicate changes
3. document changes
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When a pt's condition suddenly worsens, which site should be used to find pulse quickly?
carotid
What is the most reliable & noninvasive way to assess cardiac function?
apical pulse
The exchange of oxygen & carbon dioxide between cells of the body & the atmosphere is
& the mechanical movement of gases into & out of the lungs is
.
respiration, ventilation
ABG values measure...
-arterial blood pH
-partial pressure of 02 & C02
-arterial oxygen saturation
CBC values measure...
-red blood cell count
-volume of red blood cells
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-concentration of hemoglobin
Clinical judgment regarding vitals includes...
-which vitals to measure
-when to obtain the measurements
-frequency of assessment
Why would a critically ill child have cool skin & a high core body temperature?
poor perfusion to the skin
Why are older adults at high risk for hypothermia?
-diminished sensation to cold
-abnormal vasoconstrictor responses
-impaired shivering
What is indicated by the peripheral pulse?
status of blood perfusion to that particular area
When does hypotension occur?
When the systolic BP falls below 90mmHg.