Rnsg 1301 raising the ba Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_ Mobility _ First Semester 2020 – El Centro College Mobility What is the definition of Mobility? • Factors that facilitate or impair movement of the body What are conditions that places one at risk for altered Mobility? • Older population, esp. females What clinical outcomes should the nurse look for related to Mobility? a. Positive i. Independence ii. Physical activity iii. Weight control b. Negative i. Swelling of Les ii. Dyspnea on exe...

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_Functional Ability_First Semester 2020 – El Centro Functional Ability How does a nurse assess a patient’s functional ability? • Objective vs subjective • IMPACT • Functional Independence Measure (FIM) o Minimum data set of 18 self-care items (eating, bathing, grooming, dressing, etc) o Addresses transfers and ability to ambulate and climb stairs o Also communication and social cognition items o Scoring based on 7-point scale -- - - -...

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_Thermoregulation_ First Semester 2020 – El Centro Thermoregulation What is the regulatory process related to thermoregulation? • Hypothalamic integrator – adjusts body temp based on thermoreceptor feedback Know the principle of homeostasis as it relates to thermoregulation. • Hypothalamus controls body temp set point and signals for mechanisms to adjust - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Hypothermia ...

RNSG 1301 Raising the Bar for Success_ Diversity _ First Semester 2020 – El Centro College Diversity What is the definition of diversity? • Unique variations among and between individuals, informed by genetics and cultural background, refined by life experiences and personal choice How does diversity affect nursing care? • One must be aware of a client’s culture, life experiences, and healthcare practices in - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - preferences? • Ask th...