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Step 1 Asthma approach-IntermiƩent - correct answers symptoms 2x or less per weekasymptomaƟc and normal PED requires SABA 2 days/week no interference with normal acƟviƟes brief exacerbaƟons nighƫme symptoms 2x or less a month lung fx- FEV>80% predicted Step 2 Asthma Approach-Mild persistent - correct answers Symptoms >2 x a week, less than once per day requires SABA more than 2days/week, no more than once a day exacerbaƟons may affect acƟvity nighƫme symptoms 3-4x a mont...

Hep B vaccine schedule - correct answers - 3 doses (0, 1-2, 6-18 months) Rotateq vaccine schedule - correct answers - 3 doses (2, 4, 6 months) - administer first dose at 6-14 weeks - MUST be completed by 32 weeks of age DTaP vaccine schedule - correct answers - 3 primary (2,4,6 months) - 2 boosters (15-18 months & 4-6 years) - not indicated for children older than 7 years

Parents report their 3-year-old child has developed noisy breathing. On assessment, highpitched wheezes are audible and auscultated on inspiraƟon and expiraƟon. What medicaƟon would be appropriate to administer first? - correct answers IniƟal medicaƟon intervenƟon includes an inhaled short-acƟng beta agonist. A 4-year-old presents with vomiƟng, lethargy, frequent urinaƟon, weight loss, and dry mucous membranes. Vital signs reveal deep respiraƟons at 44 breaths per minute, BP of 70/...

Ch 1: Which of the following statements regarding the NREMT is correct? Select one: A. The NREMT provides a naƟonal standard for EMS tesƟng. B. EMS training standards are regulated by the NREMT. C. The NREMT is a governmental agency that cerƟfies EMTs. D. The NREMT is the exclusive cerƟfying body for EMTs. - correct answers A. The NREMT provides a naƟonal standard for EMS tesƟng. Correct Ch 1: As an EMT, you may be authorized to administer aspirin to a paƟent with chest pain based ...

To assist in survey readiness you should - correct answers -stay current & follow p&p-assist with internal audits -maintain a culture of safety the nephrologist orders a BFR of 450 ml/min with an established AV fistula, what needle gauge? - correct answers 14 gauge What complicaƟons would you expect to see if a paƟent is exposed to chlorine/chloramines? - correct answers hemolysis where is pre-treatment assessment by the RN required? - correct answers -when is is mandated by state law -...

1. How can a mother achieve the football-hold posiƟon for breasƞeeding?" - correct answers "1. The football hold is achieved by holding the infant's back and shoulders in the palm of the mother's hand and tucking the infant under the mother's arm. The infant's ear, shoulder, and hip should be in a straight line. The mother's hand should support the breast and bring it to the infant's lips to latch on unƟl the infant begins to nurse. This posiƟon allows the mother ...

A client with diabetes mellitus complains of difficulty seeing. Which factor would the nurse suspect as being the cause? a. lack of glucose in the reƟna b. the growth of new reƟna blood vessels or "neovascularizaƟon" c. inadequate glucose supply to rods and cones d. destrucƟve effect of ketones on reƟnal metabolism - correct answers b. the growth of new reƟna blood vessels or "neovascularizaƟon" an adolescent with a history of type 1 diabetes is admiƩed in ketoacidosis...

What is the definiƟon of mental health? -correct answers A state of well-being in which individuals reach their own potenƟal, cope with normal stresses of life, work producƟvely, and contribute to the community. How is mental illness defined? -correct answers Psychiatric disorders with definable diagnoses that cause significant dysfuncƟon in mental funcƟoning related to developmental, biological, and physiological disturbances, and are culturally defined. What is the Diathesis-Stress ...

Culture -correct answers The shared values, beliefs, norms, and pracƟces of a group that guide thinking, decision-making, and behavior. Cultural Competence -correct answers A conƟnuous process in which the nurse develops awareness, knowledge, and skills to work effecƟvely with clients from diverse cultures. Cultural Awareness -correct answers RecogniƟon of one's own cultural background, biases, and assumpƟons, and how these influence interacƟons. Cultural SensiƟvity -correct answ...

The nurse assistant may refuse to perform a task if (s)he a. was not assigned to perform the task safely b. was not assigned to the resident c. knows the task will cause overƟme d. delegates the task to another nursing assistant -correct answers a. was not assigned to perform the task safely Flexion is a. bending of a body part b. straightening a body part c. moving a body part away from midline d. moving a body part toward midline -correct answers a. bending of a body part Your role...

The daughter of an older woman who became depressed following the death of her husband asks, "My mother was always well adjusted unƟl my father died. Will she tend to be sick from now on?"Which response is best for the nurse to provide? -correct answers "It's highly likely that she will recover and return to her pre-illness state." The home health, nurse visits and elderly, female client who had a stroke three months ago, and is now able to ambulate with assistance of a quad ...

A nurse is teaching a client and his family how to care for the client's tracheostomy at home. Which of the following instructions is appropriate for the client and family? a. Remove the outer cannula cautiously for routine cleaning. b. Use tracheostomy covers when outdoors. c. Use sterile technique when performing tracheostomy care at home. d. Cleanse irritated skin with full-strength hydrogen peroxide. -correct answers b A nurse is giving an end-of-shift report about a client admitted...

diet for chronic renal failure -correct answers low protein & potassium diet for chronic renal failure -correct answers low protein & potassium DM pt teaching -correct answers change shoes, wash bfeet w/soap & water DM pt teaching -correct answers change shoes, wash bfeet w/soap & water pulse pressure -correct answers subtract systolic value from diastolic value pulse pressure -correct answers subtract systolic value from diastolic value lantus -correct answers never mix, long lasting, no ...

Per The centers for disease control prevention, which is the most common factor contributing to bacterial infections in dialysis patients? -correct answers The use of catheters in hemolysis You are assisting a patient to step on the scale by holding the patients hand such as casual contact. -correct answers Does not require to wear gloves but must preform hand hygiene Per the centers for disease control prevention, which is the most important route by pathogens are transmitted in health care...

Scope of Med-Surg nursing -correct answers promote health, prevent illness/injury. Nurses must have broad knowledge base to meet patients needs in various health care settings. #1 priority in practice -correct answers Patient SAFETY Institute of Medicine (IOM) -correct answers "To Err is Human" = defines preventable errors in patient care Rapid Response Team (RRT) -correct answers Activated when pt. is declining before respiratory/cardiac arrest occurs. Family can activate. Decreases ...

Which is not a cost containment solution? a. closing hospitals b. increasing # of beds c. vertical integration d. horizontal integration -correct answers b. increasing # of beds Which hospital type makes up the largest % of hospitals? a. teaching hospitals b. rural hospitals c. government hospitals d. privately owned hospitals e. not-for-profit hospitals -correct answers d. privately owned hospitals (80%) True or False: The quality of care was found by a Canadian study to be 2% lowe...

Factors placing clients at risk for impaired skin integrity -correct answers Factors include immobility, incontinence, poor nutrition, decreased sensation, chronic illnesses, and aging skin. Key components of a comprehensive wound assessment -correct answers Location, size, depth, wound bed appearance, exudate type and amount, surrounding skin condition, pain, and signs of infection. Nursing interventions promoting healing and preventing wound infection -correct answers Proper wound cleans...

Edgar Dale's Learning Retention -correct answers 10% of what we read, 20% of what we hear, 30% of what we see, 50% of what we see and hear, 70% of what we discuss with others, 80% of what we personally experience, and 95% of what we teach others. Therapeutic Communication -correct answers One of the most important techniques that is used in Mental Health Nursing. Therapeutic Environment -correct answers An environment that promotes healing and wellbeing. Effective Communication -correct...

Authoritarian -correct answers Little input from staff. Laissez-Fair -correct answers Team decides (bad style in nursing). Democratic -correct answers Promotes group satisfaction, but it's slow (best style). Transactional -correct answers Rewards + finishing tasks. Servant -correct answers To serve. ADPIE -correct answers Always start with assessing if it's a test question: assess - diagnose - plan - implement - evaluate. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs -correct answers Physical - Saf...

A nurse is reinforcing diet teaching to a client who has type 2 DM. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply. A. Carbs should comprise 55% of daily caloric intake B. Use hydrogenated oils for cooking C. Table sugar may be added to cereals D. Drink an alcoholic beverage w/meals E. Protein foods can be substituted for carb foods -correct answers A, C, D Not B-hydrogenated oils contain trans fatty acids & cause hyperlipidemia Not E-carbs can be e...