General NP Knowledge Flashcards

(23 cards)

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Considering ethics what is Deontological Theory?

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Actions judged based on their inherent value regardless of their consequence.

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Considering ethics what is Virtue ethics?

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Virtue ethics is an approach to ethical decision-making that considers the moral character of the individual rather than the action.

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Considering ethics what is
Justice principle?

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Justice is the principle of equity.

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Recommendations for screenings of individuals ages 18 - 39…

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  1. Annual blood pressure screenings
  2. Complete blood count and metabolic profile
  3. One HIV screening and sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening for ages 13 to 64
  4. Skin check and oral exam for abnormal growths
  5. Women: Pap smear at age 21 or within 3 years after first sexual activity, whichever comes first (varies depending on governing body)
  6. Men: Testicular exam annually
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Considering ethics what is Teleological Theory?

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The teleological approach allows the ends to justify the means.

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What is the definition of Tertiary Prevention in public health promotion?

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Key word: Reduce progression
Reducing disease progression in individuals who are already diagnosed. Often after acute treatment and stabilization. (e.g., Support groups)

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Recommendations for screenings of individuals aged 50+

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  1. Comprehensive physical exam including vital signs, complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic profile, thyroid screening, urine analysis, prostate exam, and mammogram every 2 to 5 years.
  2. Electrocardiogram every 4 years
  3. Colonoscopy every 5 years to the age of 75
  4. Hearing and vision screening (no recommendations regarding interval)
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What is the definition of Secondary Prevention in public health promotion?

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Key word: Screen
Looking for disease in a group of at-risk individuals (e.g., Mental health screenings)

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Well child visit schedule…

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The first week visit (3–5 days old)
1 month old
2 months old
4 months old
6 months old
9 months old
12 months old
15 months old
18 months old
2 years old (24 months)
2.5 years old (30 months)
3 years old and yearly thereafter

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What is the definition of Primary Prevention in public health promotion?

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Key word: Prevention
Healthy individuals are advised on how to prevent disease. (e.g., General measures for mental health)

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What is cranial nerve I

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Olfactory (smell)

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What is cranial nerve II?

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Optic nerve (visual fields)

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What is cranial nerve III?

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Oculomotor nerve (pupil dilation/coordinated eye movement)

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What is cranial nerve IV?

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Trochlear nerve

Downward Medially (diplopia)

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What is cranial nerve V?

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Trigeminal nerve

Ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular to allow chewing

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What is cranial nerve VI?

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Abducence nerve

Eye movement: downward gaze

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What is cranial nerve VII?

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Facial nerve

Facial expression, touch sensation

18
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What is cranial nerve VIII?

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Vestibulocochlear

Hearing and balance

19
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What is cranial nerve IX?

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Glossopharyngeal

Gag reflex, taste, salivation

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What is cranial nerve X?

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Vagus nerve

Vital signs, vocal tone, swallowing

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What is cranial nerve XI?

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Accessory (spinal) nerve

Shoulder shrug, head turning

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What is cranial nerve XII?

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Hypoglossal

Tongue movement