rex-P1 Flashcards

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What is the range for sodium?

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135-145

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What is the range for potassium?

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3.5-5

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What is the range for phosphorus?

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2.5-4.5

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What is the range for calcium?

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9-11

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What is the range for magnesium?

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1.5-2.5

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What is the range for chloride?

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95-105

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Normal hemoglobin in a female?

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12-16 g/dL (multiply by 3 to get hematocrit (HCT))

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Normal hemoglobin in a male?

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13-18 g/dL (multiply by 3 to get hematocrit (HCT))

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Normal basal metabolic panel (BUN)?

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7-20 mg/dL

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Normal creatinine?

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0.6-1.2 mg/dL

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Define enuresis

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involuntary voiding during sleep

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Define nocturia

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excessive urination at night

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Define oliguria

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urine output <400ml/day

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Define anuria

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urine output <50 ml/day

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what is GFR, what is normal range?

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rate of blood flow through the kidneys
-90-120ml/min

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what is BUN, what is the normal range?

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blood urea nitrogen, normal waste product resulting from the breakdown of proteins. Increased levels indicate kidney problem, can be toxic.

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what labs rise during kidney failure?

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-creatinine
-BUN

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what is creatinine?

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end product of muscle metabolism solely filtered from the blood via glomerulus 0.6-1.2mg/dL

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what is acute glomerulonephritis (post streptococcal)

-signs and symptoms

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-starts with untreated strep
-immune system response by creating antigen antibody complexes (14 days after infection)
-antibodies get lodged in the glomeruli causing inflammation and scarring
-decreases GFR

s/s
-hematuria
-azotemia (excessive nitrogenous waste COLA coloured urine)
-mild proteinuria
-hypoalbuminemia
-decreased GFR=oliguria
-edema
-increased BP
-increased BUN and creatinine

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Albumin range

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protein produced by the liver that maintains vascular volume
-3.4-5.4g/dL

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WBC range
RBC range
PLT

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4500-11,000
4.5-5.5
150,000-450,000

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HbA1c range for non diabetic

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4-5.6%

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HbA1c range for pre diabetic

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5.7-6.4%

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HbA1c range for diabetic

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> 6.5 %

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what is heparin measured with, what is its therapeutic range and what is the antidote?
aPTT 1.5-2.0x normal control value protamine sulfate
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what is warfarin measured with, what is its therapeutic range and what is the antidote?
PT/INR 1.5-2.0 x normal control range vitamin K
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MAP range
70-100mmHg -anything below 60 organs are becoming ischemic
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what is AKI 3 areas 4 phases (interventions)
Acute kidney injury -sudden renal damage-causes a build up of waste, fluid, electrolyte imbalance. Can be reversed. -prerenal, post renal, intrarenal -onset: the cause -oliguric: urine output <400ml/24hrs, glomerulus decreases its ability to filter blood --low protein diet, limit fluids, strict I&O and daily weights, monitor EKG, watch for hyperkalemia, increased BUN and creatinine -diuretic: cause of AKI is corrected gradual increase in urinary output -large amounts of dilute and electrolytes, watch pt, for hypokalemia and dehydration. -recovery: increase in kidney function (can take 6-12 months)
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describe pre renal failure (AKI)
-damage before the kidneys -decreased perfusion to the kidneys -causes: cardiac damage, MI, decreased cardiac output, vasodilation, hemorrhage (hypovolemia), burns, GI losses
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describe postrenal failure (AKI)
-damage after the kidneys -blockage or obstruction in the urinary tract -causes: renal calculi (stones), blood clots, BPH, tumours, neurological damage (stroke)
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intrarenal failure (AKI)
-damage in the kidneys -prolonged ischemia -myoglobinuria, hemoglobinuria, rhabdomyolysis, nephrotic drugs (NSAIDS, antibiotics, chemo, contrast dyes) -infections (glomerularnephritis)
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what is nephrotic syndrome? causes, symptoms?
-inflammatory response in the glomerulus, damage to the membrane and loss of protein (albumin) -hypoalbuminemia causes: synthesis of cholesterol and triglycerides (hyperlipidemia), fluid shift (generalized edema), possible blood clots (thrombosis) and risk of infection *albumin naturally prevents clot formation and fights infection* -causes: bacterial or viral infection, cancer, genetic predisposition, systemic disease, NSAIDs -symptoms: hypoalbumenia, hperlipidemia, proteinuria >3 g/day
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nephrotic syndrome interventions
-monitor fluid, weight, abdominal circumference -decrease cholesterol, and saturated fats, sodium -moderate protein intake -monitor for infection and blood clots
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what is CKD
-progressive and irreversible loss of kidney function-occurs over time -causes: untreated AKI, diabetes, hypertension, family history, recurrent infections, autoimmune disorders -5 stages -stage 1 >90 GFR -stage 5 <15 GFR s&s (everything is affected at some point) -decreased urine output -altered LOC -hypertension, hypervolemia -anorexia -impaired immune -anemia (decreased erythropoietin) -uremic frost treatment: dialysis and kidney transplant
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lower vs upper urinary tract infection
lower -urethritis (infection urethra) -cystitis (infection in bladder) upper -ureteritis (infection ureter) -pyelonephritis (infection in kidney)
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what is nephrolithiasis? what is ureterolithiasis? s&s diagnoses treatment types
-stones in the kidneys -stones in the ureter types: calcium (oxalate and calcium), uric acid (acidic urine), struvite (bacteria), cystine (genetic) s&s -pain -hematuria -pyuria -vomitting diagnose -x-ray -ultrasound -intravenous pyelogram treatment -shock wave (non invasive) -percutaneous nephrolithotomy (invasive-incision made through the back)
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signs of decreased cardiac output (what would their lungs sound like?)
-decreased LOC -lungs sounds wet (due to back flow) -shortness of breath -skin cold and clammy -decreased urine output -weak peripheral pulses
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preload vs after load
preload: amount of blood returned to the right side of the heart at the end of diastole afterload: pressure that the left ventricle has to pump against (systolic blood pressure)
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normal heart sounds represent ?
S1 tricuspid and mitral valves closing S2 aortic and pulmonic valve closing systole: ventricle ejection S1 (heart contracting) diastole: ventricle filling S2 (heart resting/filling)
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abnormal heart sounds and what they represent
S3 early diastole in rapid ventricle filling S4 late diastole and high atrial pressure (forcing blood into a stiff ventricle)
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s&s left sided heart failure
-fluid is backing up into the lungs (pulmonary symptoms) -dyspnea -crackles -orthopnea -weakness -increased HR -cough with frothy blood tinged sputum -gaining weight (2-3lbs daily) -hypotension -s3
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s&s right sided heart failure
-fluid is backing up into the venous system -weight gain -edema (pitting) -large neck veins (JVD) -lethargy -irregular heart beat -nocturia -ascites (abdominal girth increased) -enlarged spleen and liver
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what is systolic HF
weakened heart muscle -the ventricle does not eject properly
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what is diastolic HF
stiff and non compliant heart muscle -the ventricle does not fill properly
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three ways HF is diagnosed? (3 ways)
-BNP: b-type natriuretic peptide -secreted when there is increased pressure in the ventricle -Chest X-ray -enlarged heart/pulmonary infiltrates -Echocardiogram -looks at ejection fraction, back flow, and valve problems (decreased EF in HF usually)
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HF interventions (after the case when in hospital)
-Monitor strict I&O, daily weights and oedema -Reduce sodium, restrict fluid, reduce fat and cholesterol -Elevate HOB -Report weight gain over 2-3lbs, and edema (signs of fluid retention)
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what is CAD and what are the s&s and diagnoses/treatment
-fatty plaques develop (atherosclerosis) and restrict blood flow to the heart -s&s: ischemia, angina pectoris, chest pain with activity, shortness of breath, fatigue -diagnose: blood test for lipoprotein profile -ECG treatment: physical activity, lipid lowering medication, coronary stent, CABG
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what are the two types of cholesterol?
LDL: BAD-want low levels HDL: GOOD-want high levels
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what is peripheral vascular disease (PVD), what are the symptoms and what is the treatment?
-deoxygenated blood can't get back to the heart -oxygenated blood pools in the extremities -dull, achy pain -non palpable (edema) -edema -warm skin -brown/yellow skin -irregular shaped wounds Dx. with doppler ultrasound and ankle brachial index -elevate veins -aspirin -statins -angioplasty, CABG, endarterectomy
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what is PAD, symptoms, treatment?
-narrow artery (atherosclerosis) where oxygenated blood can't get to the extremities -causes schema and necrosis -sharp pain-worst at night -absent pulse -cool extremities -pale, hairless, dry, scaly skin -gangrene -dangle arteries -no tight clothes -no heating pads -medications: vasodilators and antiplatelets
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three types of angina?
stable -predictable, occurs with exertion -increases heart demand for oxygen unstable -preinfarction -occurs at rest and more frequently prinzmetals/variant -cornorary artery vasospasm -pain at rest with reversible ST-elevation
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angina pectoris manifestations and interventions
-chest pain (radiating) -unusual fatigue -weakness -shortness of breath -pallor -diaphoresis goal: decrease oxygen demand -PCI -CABG -drug therapy
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what is myocardial infarction, s&s, diagnoses?
-complete blockage in one or more arteries of the heart -cornorary arteries become narrowed due to plaque (atherosclerosis)-----angina (due to ischemia)-----myocardial infarction (plaque rupture becomes a blood clot that blocks arteries to the heart) s&s -sudden, crushing, radiating chest pain -shortness of breath -nausea -sweating -pain felt in left arm and mid back diagnoses ECG -ST-elevation (no 02) -ST depression (low 02) -troponin -stress test
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MI treatment? at home at hospital
immediate -morphine (decrease workload of the heart and pain -oxygen -nitroglycerin (open blood vessels) -aspirin (prevent platelets from sticking together) Cath lab or clot buster -medications (clot buster) strepokinase -PCI or CABG or endarterectomy prevention and rest -prevent further clots and stabilize the clot (heparin IV) -rest the heart: nitro, beta-blockers, CCB
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what number is considered hypertensive crisis?
>180/>120
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what is troponin
protein released in the blood stream when the heart muscle is damaged -best indicator of an acute MI -can remain elevated for 3 weeks -range: 0-0.4 (>0.4+ MI)
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what is CK-MB?
creatine kinase-MB an enzyme that released in the bloodstream when the heart, muscles or brains are damaged -cardiac specific isoenzyme -range 0-5 (peak 24 hrs)
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what is myoglobin?
found in cardiac and skeletal muscles -not a specific indicator of an acute MI, and a (-) sign is good to rule out an MI -range: 5-70 (peak 12 hrs)
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what is BNP?
brain natriuretic peptide -a peptide released when the ventricle is filled with too much fluid and stretches -indicated heart failure -range:<100 -severe HF: >700
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what does potassium do in the body?
-cell metabolism -transition of nerve cells, cardiac, lung and muscle cells -acid-base balance
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hyperkalemia symptoms?
Potassium can cause cardiac dysrythmias-life threatening!!! NEVER push potassium (always dilute) tight and contracted -muscle cramps, weakness -urine abnormalities -respiratory distree -decreased cardiac contractility (low HR, BP) -ECG changes (Tall T wave, widened QRS, prolonged PR intervals) -increased reflexes
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hypokalmeia symptoms?
Potassium can cause cardiac dysrythmias-life threatening!!! NEVER push potassium (always dilute) -thready, weak, irregular pulse -orthostatic hypotension -shallow rest -anxiety -constipation -ECG changes (ST depression, shallow T wave, prominent U wave)
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what is calcium in the body for? (hint=blood)
-in cells, bones and teeth -needed for cardiovascular, neuromuscular and endocrine systems -blood clotting
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hypercalcemia symptoms?
-bone pain -arrhythmias -cardiac arrest -kidney stone -muscle weakness (decreased reflex) -excessive urination
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hypocalcemia symptoms?
-convulsions -arrhythmias -tetany -spasm and stridor -numbess -positive trousseaus -chvosteks signs
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potassium is opposite of...?
sodium K+ + NA=opposite
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calcium is inverse of...?
phosphate CA + PO=inverse
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what is magnesium in the body used for?
-found in bones -regulates BP, blood sugar and muscle/nerve contraction
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Hypermagnesmia symptoms?
sedated -low energy -low HR -low BP -decreased bowel sounds -decreased reflexes
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Hypomagnesmia symptoms?
not sedated -high HR -High BP -increased reflexes -shallow resp -twitches -tetany and seizures -irritability and confusion -positive trousseaus -chvosteks signs
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magnesium and what are the same?
calcium CA+ Mg=the same
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what does sodium do in the body?
-major electrolyte -essential for acid-base, fluid balance, irritability and conduction of nerve-muscle tissues.
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hypernatremia symptoms?
-flushed skin -restless, anxious, confused -increased BP and fluid retention -edema -decreased urine output -low grade fever -thrist
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hyponatremia symptoms? (2 kinds)
hypovolemic hyponatremia (decreased fluid and sodium) -stupor -anorexia -lethargy -tachycardia hypervolemic hyponatremia (increased body water that is greater than Na+) -limp muscle -orthostatic hypotension -seizure -stomach cramping
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ppriority trifecta?
ABC Airway Breathing Circulation (all priority questions should be answered that way) -then fluid -then nutrition -then shelter
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PPE order?
Doning -hand hygiene -gown -mask -goggles -gloves Doffing -gloves -goggles -gown -mask -hand hygiene
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type 1 diabetes
-no insulin production -caused by an autoimmune response -cells are starved of glucose (since there's no insulin to bring it into the cell) -cells break down protein and fat into energy causing ketones to build up=acidosis -very abrupt onset treatment -insulin only -dependant for life
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type 2 diabetes
-not enough insulin production, or "bad" quality insulin that doesn't work -caused by insulin resistance, obesity, poor diet, adult onset -onset is gradual treatment -diet and exercise -oral hypoglycaemic agents (metformin) -possibly insulin
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hyperglycemia value and s&s
glucose >115 & HbA1C 6.5 + -polyuria (+urine) -polydipsia (+increased thirst) -polyphagia (+increased hunger)
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what is diabetic ketoacidosis?
-complication of type 1 diabetes -not enough insulin-blood sugar becomes very high, cells break down protein/fats for energy, ketones build up, ACIDOSIS s&s -ketosis and acidosis -hypergylcemia -dehydration -kussmaul respirations (blow off CO2) -acid breath treatment -IV insulin
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what is hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state (HHS)
-complication from type 2 diabetes -no acidosis present, simply high amounts of glucose in the blood s&s -hyperglycemia >600+ treatment -fluid replacement -correction of electrolyte imbalance -possible insulin
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hyperglycemia
>200 mg/dL s&s -three ps -hot and dry skin -dry mouth -fruity breath -numbness and tingling -slow wound healing -vision changes causes -sepsis -stress -steroids -skipping meals treatment -insulin -test urine for ketones
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hypoglycaemia
<70mg/dL -happens suddenly s&s -cool and clammy skin -sweating -palpitations -fatigue -confusion -headache -shakiness -extreme tiredness causes -exercise -alcohol -peak times of insulin treatment 15x15x15 method -15grams of carbohydrate -recheck in 15 minutes -give another 15 grams of carbohydrates if needed UNCONSIOUS -IV dextrose 50% (D50)
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rapid insulin
-highest risk for hypoglycemia -lispro (Humalog) -aspart -glulisine -timed with meals onset: 5-30 min peak: 30-90 min
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Regular (short) insulin
regular insulin -humulin R -Novolin R -timed with meals -onset: 30-60 min -peak: 2-4 hrs only insulin given IV!!!
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intermediate insulin
NPH -Humulin N -Novolin N -not timed with meals -onset: 1-2hrs -peak: 4-12hrs NEVER give IV!!!!!
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Long insulin
glargine detemir -lantus -levemir onset: 1-2hrs peak: none lowest risk for hypoglycaemia
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how does an osmotic diuretic work?
mannitol osmitrol -increase the thickness of the filtrate so water can't be reabsorbed -excreation of Na+ and Cl- -to treat cerebral edema -decrease intraocular pressure s&s -edema -blurred vision -nausea, vomiting, diarrhea -urinary retention only administer by IV preform neuro assessments before/after
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how does K+ sparing diuretic work?
-spironolactone -aldactone -blocks aldosterone (salt water hormone) -increases urine output -excretion of Na and H2O -for hypertension -edema -hypokalemia -hyperaldosteronism s&s -hyperkalemia -diarrhea -gastritis -ED -gynecomastia don't eat foods high in potassium (risk for hyperkalemia)
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how does a loop diuretic work?
furosemide bumetanide toresmide -inhibit reabsorption of Na and Cl- -for hypertension -heart failure -renal disease -edema -pulmonary edema s&s -hypokalemia -hypotension -hyperglycemia -decreased photosensitivity -hyponatremia -dehydration obtain baseline vitals administer furosemide slowly bc it can cause ototoxicity!!!!!
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how does thiazide diuretic work
*for the peeps with gout -inhibits reabsorbtion of Na and Cl -excretion of Na, Cl and H2O -increases urine output---decreases blood volume -for hypertension -heart failure -renal disease -cirrohis -edema -corticosteroids -estrogen therapy s&s -hypokalemia -hypotension -hyponatremia -decreased libido -hyperglycemia -dehydration -azotemia avoid giving to pt.s without gout!! -don't use if patient has sulfa allergy!!
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what is hyperthyroidism?
excessive production of thyroid hormone causes: -graves disease -too much iodine -toxic nodular goiter -thyroid replacement medication -elevated T3 and T4 -low TSH s&s -hyper-excitable -nervous -irritable -increased appetite -weight loss -hair loss -goiter -hot -increased GI function, pulse, BP -life threatening complication: thyroid storm treatment -anti thyroid medication (methimazole) -beta blockers (decrease HR and BP) -Radioactive thyroid therapy -Thyroidectomy
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what is hypothyroidism?
low production of thyroid hormone -not enough energy causes: -hashimotos disease -not enough iodine -thyroidectomy -anti thyroid medications -pituitary hormone -low T3 and T4 -high TSH s&s -no energy -fatigue -no exppressions -weight gain -cold -ammenorrhea -slurred speech -dry skin -coarse hair -decreased GI function -hypoglycemia -life threatening complication: myxedema coma treatment -hormone replacement (levothyroxine)
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what is hyperparathyroidism?
high PTH high calcium low phosphorus causes -tumor or hyperplasia of the parathyroid -chronic kidney failure s&s -stones -skeletal pain -abdominal pain/nausea/vomitting -mental irritability and confusion treatment -parathyroidectomy -removal of more than one gland -administer phosphate, calcitonin -increase fibre and calcium
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what is hypoparathyroidism?
low PTH low calcium high phosphorus causes: -accidental removal of parathyroid (thyroidectomy) -genetic p. -radiation exposure -magnesium depletion s&s -numbness/tingling -muscle cramps -tetany -hypotension -anxiety -positive trousseaus -postive chovsteks treatment -IV calcium -phosphorus binding drugs -diet
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what is cushings disease
disorder of the adrenal cortex -too many steroids causes: -female -overuse of cortisol medication -tumor in the adrenal gland s&s -muscle wasting -moon face -buffalo hip -fat pads -weight gain -hirsutism -increased glucose and sodium -decreased potassium and calcium -hypertension treatment -adrenalectomy -avoid infection -chemo
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what is Addisons disease
not enough steroids causes: -surgical removal of adrenal glands -infection to adrenal glands -TB, bacterial infections s&s -fatigue -anorexia -hypotension/hyovolemia -confusion -decreased blood sugar -low sodium and water and high potassium -hyperpigmentation -vitiligo RISK: Addisons crisis: -profiund fatigue -dehydration -renal failure -vascular collapse -hyponatremia -hyperkalemia treatment -adm. glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid -high protein and high carb diet
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what does ADH do? where is it formed?
Antidiuretic hormone -regulates the amount of water in your blood -pituitary gland (brain)
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what is syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)
-hypersecretion of ADH (water retention) often bc of non-endocrine origin -too much ADH--water retention causes: -pulmonary disease -disorders of CNS (tumor, head injury, brain surgery) -HIV -medications: antidepressants, thiazide diuretics, anticonvulsants, antidiabetic drugs, nicotine s&s -LUO -fluid volume overload -weight gain without edema -hypertension -tachycardia -nausea/vomitting -hyponatremia treatment -seizure precaution -elevate HOB -restrict fluid -adm. loop diuretic -adm. vasopressin antagonist
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what is diabetes insipidus?
-not enough ADH -loses water causes -head trauma -pituitary manipulation -CNS infections-meningitis -failure of renal tubules to respond to ADH s&s -excretes large amounts of diluted urine -polydipsia -polyuria -dehydration -decreased skin tugor -dry mucous membranes -muscle pain/weakness -headache -tachycardia -low urinary specific gravity treatment -adequate fluids -IV hypotonic saline -ADH replacement (vasopressin or desmopressin) -monitor intake/output -monitor weight
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adrenal medulla hormones
epinephrine norepinephrine
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what is pheochromocytoma?
rare tumour on the adrenal gland that secretes excessive amounts of epinephrine and norepinephrine causes: -family history s&s -hypertension -headache -heat -hypermetabolism -hyperglycaemia treatment -adrenalectomy -no smoking, drinking caffeine, changing positions suddenly -adm. anti-hypertensives -diet: high calories, vitamins and minerals
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(adventitious lung sounds) fine crackles
high pitched, crackling sounds -previously deflated airways popping back open -pulmonary edema, asthma, obstructive disease
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(adventitious lung sounds) coarse crackles
low pitched, wet bubbling sound -from inhaled air collides with secretion in the trachea or large bronchi -pulmonary edema, penumonia, depressed cough reflex
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(adventitious lung sounds) pleural friction rub
low pitched, harsh, grating sounds -pleura is inflamed and losing its lubricant -pleuritis
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(adventitious lung sounds) wheezes
high pitched continuous sounds (more than one sound to be heard) -from air moving through a narrow airway -asthma, bronchitis, chronic emphysema
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(adventitious lung sounds) stridor
high pitched whistling or gasping with harsh sounds -disturbed airflow in larynx or trachea -croup, epiglottis, airway obstruction EMERGENCY
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what is a hypertonic solution. when would it be used and name three types?
hypErtonic=Enter the vessel from the cell -more concentrated and increased osmoladity uses: -cerebral edema -low sodium (hyponatremia) -metabolic alkalosis -maintenance fluid -hypovolemia 1. 5% dextrose in 0.9% saline (D5NS) 2. 5% dextrose in 0.45% saline 3. 5% dextrose in LR
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what is Isotonic solution? when would it be used and name four types?
Isotonic= stays where I put it same osmolality as body fluids (ISO means equal-equal water and particle ratio) uses: -expands intravascular fluids volume and replaces the fluid loss associated with -burns -hemorrhage -surgery -dehydration (vomiting and diarrhea) -also used for fluid maintenance 1. 0.9% saline (NS) 2. Lactated Ringers 3. Ringers lactate (LR) 4. 5% dextrose (D5W)
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what is hypotonic solution? when would it be used name the three types?
hypOtonic=Go Out of the vessel and into the cell -fluid that goes out of the vessel and into the cell making it swell! (OOO) -more diluted and decreased osmolality (less salt, more water) uses: -intracellular dehydration such as DKA -never give to clients with burns or liver disease -helps kidneys excrete excess fluids 1. 0.45% NS 2. 2.5% Dextrose 3. 0.33% NS
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what does a blood transfusion reaction look like?
-fast HR -itching/urticaria/skin rash -wheezing/dyspnea/tachypnea -anxiety -flushing/fever -back pain STOP transfusion start saline running, notify HCP
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intradermal injection: -uses -needle size -needle length -usual site
uses -TB testing -Allergy sensitivity needle size -25-27 guage needle length -3/8-5/8in usual site -inner forearm
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subcutaneous injection -uses -needle size -needle length -usual site
uses -non irritating, water soluble medications (insulin and heparin) needle size -25-27 gauge needle length -3/8-5/8 in usual site -abdomen, posterior upper arm, thigh
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intramuscular injection -uses -needle size -needle length -usual site
uses -irritating, solutions in oils, and aqueous suspensions needle size -18-25 gauge usual site: -deltoid (max 1-2ml), vastus lateralis (2ml), ventogluteal (3ml) -use the z track method -do not inject more than 3 ml
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intravenous (IV)
uses: -administering medications, fluids and blood product needle size: -16 gauge: clients who have trauma -18 gauge: surgery and blood administration -22-24 gauge: children, older adults, and clients with medical issues/stable post op usual site: -hand, wrist, foot, cubital fossa, foot, scalp
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what is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? (COPD)
-pulmonary disease that causes chronic airflow obstruction -umbrella term for emphysema and bronchitis diagnostics: -ABGs -Chest x-ray -PFT: spirometry causes: -smoking -occupation exposure -infection -air pollution -genetic abnormalities -asthma -severe respiratory infection from childhood monitoring/interventions -oxygen status (88%-92%): COPD pt. are stimulated to breathe due to decreased O2 (too much O2 loses their drive to breathe) (healthy clients are stimulated to breathe due to increased CO2) -give O2 in the case of exacerbations or respiratory distress -only 1-2L in someone with elevated PaCO2 -small, frequent, high calorie meals (especially for clients with emphysema) -pursed lip breathing to promote CO2 elimination -diaphragmatic breathing medications: 1st. bronchodialator---open airway 2nd. corticosteroids---let the steroids do their thang
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emphysema vs chronic bronchitis
emphysema -hyperventilation (trying to blow off CO2) s&s -barrel chest (hyperinflation of the lungs) -thin-weight loss form breathing so much -shortness of breath -severe dyspnea chronic bronchitis -chronic productive cough and sputum production for >3 months s&s -overweight -cyanotic (blue)-low o2 and high CO2 -peripheral edema -rhonchi and wheezing -chronic cough
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pneumonia s&s interventions diagnose
lower respiratory tract infection that causes inflammation of the alveoli sacks -impaired gas exchange -alveoli becomes full of fluid s&s -fever -increased HR -increased RR -decreased O2 -chills -chest pain -difficulty breathing -productive cough -unusual breathing sounds: coarse crackles and wheezes -respiratory alkalosis -increased CO2 and decreased O2 interventions -monitor vitals, sputum -high fluid and protein -semi fowlers diagnose -chest x-ray -increased WBC -sputum culture
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asthma
chronic lung disease that causes an inflamed, narrow and swollen airway causes: allergy, cold air, smoke, dust air, genetics, GERD, exercise induced, NSAIDS s&s -dyspnea -tachypnea -chest tightness -anxiety -wheezing -coughing mucous production -use of accessory muscles -air trapping (retaining CO2=respiratory acidosis) treatment -staying calm -oxygen access peak flow monitor -high fowlers -assess for cyanosis and retractions emergency -status asthmaticus -oxygen, hydration, nebulization, systemic corticosteroids
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iron deficiency anemia
type of anemia caused by low iron levels -iron is essential to hemoglobin in red blood cells -body uses iron to make hemoglobin (hemo. carries oxygen to cells) causes: -blood loss/hemorrhage -malabsorbtion -inadequate intake symptoms: -pallor -weakness/fatigue -small red blood cells -low hemoglobin and hematocrit interventions -diet changes -increased iron, protein and vitamins -take iron (causes constipation and black stool)
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thrombocytopenia
decreased platelets (<150,000) -platelets help clot blood (p.aggrevation is when they clump together to form a plug at the site of the injury) causes: -disorders -leukemia -anemiaa -trauma -enlarged spleen -liver disease -ethanol -toxins -sepsis s&s -weakness, dizziness -prolonged bleeding -pinpoint bleeding -bruising -bleeding from gums/nose -heavy menstrual cycle -blood in stool or urine -increased INR/PTT management: -platelet transfusion -bone marrow transplant -splenectomy
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immune thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP)
autoimmune disease where the body produces antibodies against it's own thrombocytes (<20,000) easy bruising and petechiae--hense the name purpura) causes: -children after viral illness -females (age 20-40) -pregnancy
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what are the islets of langerhans responsible for?
secreting insulin and glucagon into the blood stream
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what is pancreatitis? labs?
-pancreatic tissue secretes digestive enzymes that break down carbs, proteins and fats pancreatitis is an auto-digestion of the pancreas by it's own digestive enzymes released too early into the pancreas. -increased amylase -increased lipase -increased WBC -increased bilirubin -increased glucose -decreased platelets -decreased Ca and Mg
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what is amylase for
breaks down carbs to glucose
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what is protase for
breaks down protein
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what is lipase for
breaks down fats
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acute pancreatitis? s&s
sudden inflammation that is reversible if prompt recognition and treatment is done causes: -gallstones (blocks bile duct) -alcohol -infection -tumor -trauma in acute there will still be working functions of the pancreas s&s -sudden severe LUQ pain -nausea -fever -increased HR and low BP -increased glucose -mental confusion and agitation -abdominal guarding -rigid abdomen -grey turner sign (bluish discolouration of the flanks) -cullens sign (bluish discolouration of the umbilicus)
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pancreatitis interventions
-NPO---rest the pancreas -IV fluids -Pain managment -Side lying (NOT supine) -Insert NG tube (remove stomach contents)
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Chronic pancreatitis
chronic inflammation that is irreversible causes: -repeated episodes of acute pancreatitis -excessive and prolonged alcohol use -cystic fibrosis s&s -chronic epigastric pain -pain after drinking ETOH or fatty meals -Fatty stools -Weight loss -Jaundice -Diabetes mellitus (damage to islets of langerhans) -Dark urine (excess bile)
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crohns disease
inflammation that occurs anywhere in the GI tract s&s -cobble stone appearance -fever -cramping after meals -mucus diarhea -abdominal distension -nausea and vomitting no cure
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ulcerative colitis
inflammation and ulceration of only the large intestine and rectum s&s -ulcers cause rectal bleeding bloody diarhea abdominal cramping -increased HR and low BP hypovolemic shock -malnutrition -malaise -dehydration -vitamin k deficiency can be cured with colectomy with ileostomy
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causes of hepatitis symptoms? labs?
-viral (A, B, C, D, E) -excessive use of alcohol -hepatotoxic medications s&s -GI symptoms -Jaundice -Dark-coloured urine -Clay stool -Vomiting -Flu like symptoms labs: ELEVATED -high liver enzymes (ALT/AST) -high bilirubin -high ammonia
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types of hepatitis
hAv acute transmissiom: fecal/oral hBv acute and chronic t: body fluids hCv acute and chronic t: body fluid hDv acute and chronic t: occurs with hep. B hEv acute t: fecal and oral
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four functions of a healthy liver
1. detox the body 2. helps to clot the blood 3. helps to metabolize (breakdown) drugs 4. synthesis (makes) albumin
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cirrhosis patho causes s&s treatment
liver cells are destroyed and replaced with fibrotic (scar) tissue -loss of normal function of the liver causes: -ETOH consumption -NAFLD: viral hep (B&C), autoimmune, hepatotoxic drugs, toxins & parasites, fat collection in the liver (obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol) s&s -asterixis (liver flap) -jaundice -ascites -edema -abdominal pain -chronic dyspepsia (GI upset) -itchy skin -high bilirubin and ammonia -low platelets -low WBCs treatment: -no more alcohol -prevent bleeding -measure abdominal girth -daily weights (I&O's) -paracentesis (removal of fluid from the peritoneal cavity (ascites)) -liver transplant
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complications of cirrhosis
-portal HTN (narrowed portal veins from scar tissue) -GI bleeding (esophageal varices) -Splenomegaly -Anemia -Hepatic encepalopathy/coma (do to increased ammonia--which is sedative) -Gynnecomastia (breast development in men) -Hepatorenal syndrome (AKI) medications NO tylenol -antacids -vitamins -diuretics -lactulose (decreases serum ammonia through stool) -avoid narcotics ***Keep in mind the liver is not metabolizing drugs well it's sick***
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what causes seizures?
abnormal and sudden electrical activity of the brain -high fever (febrile seizures in child) -CNS infection -Drug or alcohol withdrawl -ABG imbalances -Hypoxia -Brain tumor -Hypoglycemia -Head injury -Hypertension
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what is a tonic-clonic seizure?
generalized seizure (whole brain is affected) used to be grand mal -stiffening (tonic) of the muscles -rigidity (clonic) of the muscles
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what is myoclonic seizure?
generalized seizure (whole brain is affected) sudden jerking or stiffening of the extremities (arms and legs)
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what is absence seizure?
generalized seizure (whole brain is affected) usually looks like a blank stare that lasts seconds, often goes un-noticed
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what is an atonic seizure?
generalized seizure (whole brain is affected) sudden loss of muscle tone -may lead to sudden falls or dropping things
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what is a simple partial seizure
partial (focal) seizure: only one area of the brain is affected sensory symptoms with motor symptoms and stays aware.
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what is a complex partial seizure
altered behavior/awareness and loss consciousness for a few seconds
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what is status epilepticus?
a seizure that lasts longer than 5 minutes without any consciousness during the seizure -needs immediate attention
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what is an ischemic stroke? what is a TIA s&s treatment
blockage (thrombotic or embolic) blood flow is cut off which leads to ischemia -thrombosis: blood clot that formed on the artery wall -embolism: a clot has left part of the body s&s F: face drooping (uneven smile) A: arm weakness (can't life, numbness) S: speech difficulty (slurred speech) T: time to call 911 APHASIA Receptive aphasia: unable to comprehend speech (wernicke area) Expressive aphasia: can comprehend speech, but cannot respond back (brocas area) treatment: 1. TPA: dissolves down blood clot
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what is a hemorrhagic stroke?
bleeding: from a ruptured artery -aneurysm (weakening of the vessel) -uncontrolled hypertension -the collection of blood in the brain leads to ischemia and increased ICP treatment: -stop the bleeding and prevent increased ICP -poor prognosis -remove blood to decrease pressure risk factors: -hypertension -atherosclerosis -anticoagulation therapy -diabetes melitus -obseity -stress -oral contraceptives -family history -older age -male/black/hispanic
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cranial nerve I
olfactory -sense of smell
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cranial nerve II
optic -vision
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cranial nerve III
oculomotor -pupil constriction and upper eye movement
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cranial nerve IV
trochlear -downward and inward eye movement
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cranial nerve V
trigeminal -motor: mastication -sensory: facial sensation
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cranial nerve VI
abducens -controls parallel eye movements
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cranial nerve VII
facial motor: facial expressions sensory: taste
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cranial nerve VIII
vestibulocochlear -balance and hearing
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cranial nerve IX
glossopharnyngeal -motor: tongue and movement and swallowing -sensory: taste (sour/bitter)
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cranial nerve X
vagus -motor: swallowing, speaking, cough -sensory: facial sensation
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cranial nerve XI
spinal accessory -strength of neck and shoulders
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cranial nerve XII
hypoglossal -tongue movement/swallowing/speech
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IV problems and what to do?
air embolism -turn onto left side -call HCP infiltration (fluid leaks into surrounding tissue) -remove IV -elevate -cool compress -don't rub infection -remove IV -obtain cultures circulatory overload (rapid fluid administration) -lower flow rate -elevate HOB -keep warm -notify HCP phlebitis (inflammation of the vein) -remove IV -notify HCP -restart IV on other side hematoma (collection of blood) -elevate the extremity -apply pressure and ice
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positive vs negative signs and symptoms in psychotic disorders (schizophrenia)
positive: -delusions -anxiety -hallucinations -auditory -jumbled speech -disorganized behaviour negative: -flattened -lack of energy -reduced speech -avolition (lack of motivation) -anhedonia (can't feel joy) -lack of social interaction
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what is Alzheimers?
a type of dementia a continuous decline of function causes: -genetics -TBI -advanced age -cardiovascular disease, diabetes, lifestyle, obesity drugs -cholinesterase
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gestational vs fetal age
gestational (40 weeks) -the number of completed weeks counting from the 1st day of the last normal menstrual cycle fetal age (38 weeks) -baby's age from estimated conception date (usually two weeks less than the gestational age)
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trimester in weeks
first trimester 0-13 weeks second trimester 14-26 weeks third trimester 27-40 weeks
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define preterm
a pregnancy that made it to 20 weeks but before 37 weeks
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CNO code of conduct
1. Nurses respect clients’ dignity. 2. Nurses provide inclusive and culturally safe care by practicing cultural humility. 3. Nurses provide safe and competent care. 4. Nurses work respectfully with the health care team. 5. Nurses act with integrity in clients’ best interest. 6. Nurses maintain public confidence in the nursing profession.
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what is informed consent?
Consent is considered informed when the patient receives enough information to make a decision. -The nature of the treatment -Benefits expected -Risks and side effects -Alternative treatments -What might happen if the treatment is not done -The patient must also have the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers. Consent can be given verbally, written or implied (pt. holds out their arm)
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when would someone need a SDM?
The patient must be capable of making the decision. Capacity means they can: -Understand the information about the treatment -Appreciate the consequences of their decision -If the client is not capable, consent must come from a substitute decision-maker (SDM) according to Ontario law. Ex. 1. Guardian of the person 2. Power of Attorney for Personal Care 3. Representative appointed by the 4. Consent and Capacity Board 5. Spouse/partner 6. Parent or custodial parent 7. Child or sibling 8. Other relative 9. Public Guardian and Trustee
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age of consent Ontario?
there is no age -Ontario looks at capacity, not age
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how does consent work in an emergency?
In an emergency, treatment can proceed without consent if: The patient is incapable, AND There is no SDM immediately available, AND The delay would cause serious harm or death. ✔ Treatment may proceed to preserve life or prevent serious suffering. Once the situation stabilizes, consent must be obtained as soon as possible.
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RPN scope of practice (nursing act 1991 CNO)
RPN Focus on clients with predictable outcomes and stable conditions. Typical responsibilities: Basic assessments Medication administration Chronic disease management Stable patients in hospitals, LTC, community The 5 Controlled Acts (same for RPN and RN) 1. Performing a prescribed procedure below the dermis or mucous membrane Example: wound care, sutures removal 2. Administering a substance by injection or inhalation Example: IV meds, IM injections, nebulizers 3. Putting an instrument, hand or finger beyond certain anatomical points External ear canal Nasal passages beyond normal narrowing Larynx Opening of urethra Labia majora Anal verge Artificial body opening (stoma) 4. Dispensing a drug 5. Treating a serious mental disorder using psychotherapy (when it significantly impairs functioning).
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RN scope of practice (nursing act 1991 CNO)
Care for more complex, unstable, or unpredictable patients. Typical responsibilities: Advanced clinical judgment Complex care planning Leadership and coordination Critical care, emergency, complex assessments The 5 Controlled Acts (same for RPN and RN) 1. Performing a prescribed procedure below the dermis or mucous membrane Example: wound care, sutures removal 2. Administering a substance by injection or inhalation Example: IV meds, IM injections, nebulizers 3. Putting an instrument, hand or finger beyond certain anatomical points External ear canal Nasal passages beyond normal narrowing Larynx Opening of urethra Labia majora Anal verge Artificial body opening (stoma) 4. Dispensing a drug 5. Treating a serious mental disorder using psychotherapy (when it significantly impairs functioning).
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NP scope of practice (nursing act 1991 CNO)
NP Controlled Acts In addition to the 5 nursing acts, NPs can: 1. Communicate a diagnosis Identify a disease or disorder as the cause of symptoms 2.Prescribe, dispense, sell, or compound drugs Order and apply prescribed forms of energy Example: defibrillation, ultrasound 4. Set or cast fractures or dislocations 5. Perform procedures below the dermis or mucous membrane 6. Insert instruments beyond anatomical openings (same as RN/RPN) 7. Administer substances by injection or inhalation 8.Provide psychotherapy for serious mental disorders
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Controlled acts authorized to RNs with prescribing authority
CANNOT BE DELEGATED!! 1. prescribe a medication, or a drug from within a category of medications, set out in the regulation 2. communicate to a client or a client’s representative a diagnosis made by the RN where the purpose of that communication is for prescribing the medication
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what is a direct order, vs a directive?
1. Direct Orders A direct order is an instruction from an authorized prescriber for one specific client. Examples: Medication orders Lab orders Treatment orders Example: “Administer 2 mg morphine IV to Jane Smith now.” The nurse must verify: Correct patient Correct order Their competence to perform it. 2. Directives A directive is a written medical order that authorizes nurses to perform treatments or controlled acts for a group of clients when specific conditions are met. Directives allow nurses to act without contacting the prescriber each time. Example situations: Emergency departments Vaccination clinics Public health programs Hospital protocols Example directive: “RNs/RPNs may initiate oxygen therapy for patients with oxygen saturation <92%.”
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what is delegation how does it work?
Delegation = giving someone permission to perform a controlled act they normally cannot do. It is transferring authority. 1. The nurse must already be allowed to do the act You cannot delegate something you cannot do yourself. Example RPN can give injections → so they can delegate injections. -RPNs and RNs can technically delegate all 5 of their acts to competent individuals. 2. The person receiving delegation must be trained The PSW or caregiver must: Know how to do it Be competent Understand when to get help Before delegating, ask: Is it a controlled act I am authorized to do? Is the client stable and appropriate? Am I competent to perform this act? Is the delegate trained and competent? Are instructions clear, and will I supervise appropriately? If all five = yes → safe to delegate. If any = no → do not delegate.
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three nursing accountabilities
1. Authority 2. Competence 3. Context
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who can a nurse NOT delegate to?
1. nurses cannot delegate a controlled act that has been delegated to them. This is referred to as sub-delegation12 2. nurses in the Temporary Class13and the Emergency Class14are not permitted to delegate or accept delegation 3. nurses in the Special Assignment Class15are not permitted to delegate to other health care professionals
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what two acts can an RPN and RN not delegate?
1. treating, by means of psychotherapy technique, delivered through a therapeutic relationship, an individual’s serious disorder of thought, cognition, mood, emotional regulation, perception, or memory that may seriously impair the individual’s judgement, insight, behaviour, communication or social functioning 2. dispensing a drug. -DISPENSING and ADMINISTERING are different. A nurse can delegate a UCP to administer an insulin injection, but they cannot delegate a UCP to dispense, or give a supply of insulin to the pt.
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what can an NP not delegate?
1. prescribing, dispensing, selling or compounding medication 2. ordering the application of a form of energy 3. setting a fracture or joint dislocation 4. treating, by means of psychotherapy technique, delivered through a therapeutic relationship, an individual’s serious disorder of thought, cognition, mood, emotional regulation, perception or memory that may seriously impair the individual’s judgement, insight, behaviour, communication or social functioning
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types of "classes for nurses"
1. temporary class: finished nursing school, haven't work your exam/gained license 2. general class: have your license 3. extended class: nurse practitioners 5. non practicing class: nurses who have their license but are not working (mat leave) 6. emergency class (allows qualified nurses to practice quickly) Ex. Pandemic
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what is form 1? (mental health act)
-This form allows a physician to hold a patient in hospital for assessment. Purpose To determine if the person meets criteria for involuntary admission. How long it lasts Up to 72 hours During this time the patient: Cannot leave the hospital Is being assessed by a physician Important points for nurses -The patient is not yet involuntarily admitted. -They are detained only for assessment. A doctor must reassess the patient before the 72 hours ends. Possible outcomes after 72 hours The physician may: Discharge the patient Change them to voluntary admission Issue Form 3 (involuntary admission)
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what is form 2? (mental health act)
What happens after Form 2 is issued? Police can then: 1️⃣ Locate the person 2️⃣ Take them to a hospital 3️⃣ The person must be examined by a physician At the hospital, the physician may then: Discharge the patient Admit voluntarily Issue a Form 1 (psychiatric assessment)
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what is form 3? (mental health act)
If the physician determines the patient meets the criteria under the Mental Health Act, they may issue Form 3. Purpose This means the patient is officially involuntarily admitted to hospital. How long it lasts Up to 2 weeks (14 days) What this means The patient: Cannot leave the hospital Must remain for treatment and stabilization Patient rights Patients must be: Informed of their rights Given access to a Rights Adviser Allowed to appeal to the Consent and Capacity Board Nursing responsibilities Ensure patient understands their rights Provide safe care and monitoring Document the patient’s legal status
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what is form 4? (mental health act)
If the patient still meets involuntary criteria, the physician can renew the involuntary admission using Form 4. Purpose To extend the involuntary hospitalization. Renewal timeline The length increases with each renewal: 1️⃣ First renewal: 1 month 2️⃣ Second renewal: 2 months 3️⃣ Third renewal and after: 3 months each Key point Each renewal requires: Reassessment by a physician The patient must still meet involuntary criteria Patient rights continue Right to appeal the decision Right to legal advice Right to a rights adviser
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what is prolactin for?
allows for breast milk production
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what is estrogen for (pregnancy)?
growth of fetal organs and maternal tissues
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what is progesterone for and relaxin? (pregnancy)
relaxes smooth muscles
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what is hCG for?
produced by the placenta, prevents menstruation -indicator of pregnancy
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what is oxytocin for? (pregnancy)
stimulates contractions at the start of labor
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physiological changes in pregnancy
-increased BMR -increased cardiac output -increased GFR (edema) -decreased FSH/LH due to increased progesterone -increased thyroxine -increased fibrinogen ---HYPERCOAGULABLE -plasma volume is greater than the amount of RBC=hemodilution=physiological anemia
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what is naegele's rule?
for estimating the delivery date -date of last period-3 calendar months + 7 days and 1 year
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stage 1 of labor
1. latent phase -cervix dilates 1-3cm -mild intensity -contractions 15-30 minutes apart 2. active phase -cervix dilates 4-7cm -moderate intensity -contractions 3-5 minutes apart (30-60sec durations) 3. transition phase -cervix dilates 8-10cm -strong intensity -contractions every 2-3 min (60-90 secs)
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stage 2 labor
-starts when cervix is fully dilated and effaced -ends after baby is delivered -pushing!! -baby delivered
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stage 3 labor
the placenta is expelled 5-30 min after birth -placenta should have two arteries and one vein
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stage 4 labor
recovery -assessing fundus -administer IV -monitor lochia (hemorrhage)
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what is false labor?
contractions -irregular -stops with walking/position change -felt in back or abdomen or above the umbilicus -stops with comfort measures cervix -may be soft -no significant changes in effacement or dilation -no bloody show -in posterior position fetus -presenting part is usually not engaged in the pelvis
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true labor signs
contractions -occur regularly, stronger, longer, closer together -more intense when walking -felt in lower back-radiating to lower abdomen -continue despite comfort measures cervix -progressive change -softening -effacement -dilation signalled by the appearance of bloody show -moves to anterior position fetus -increased ease of breathing -presenting part compresses bladder (urinary frequency) -presenting parts become engaged in the pelvis
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what is done for uteroplacental insufficiency during labor?
-hydration (IV) -elevate legs to correct hypotension
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what is done for cord compression in labor?
-amnioinfusion -side lying or knee chest will relieve pressure on cord -oxygen and breathing techniques
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what can each nurse do in MAID?
Nurse Role in MAID RPN Support care RN Coordinate + assist NP Assess + prescribe + administer determining eligibility for MAID requires two people: NP (both) or Doctor (both)
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what is preeclampsia?
HTN after 20 weeks gestation with systemic features. patho: placenta is the root cause of -systemic vasoconstriction and endothelial dysfunction -defective spiral artery remodelling s&s -proteinuria -rising BP (systolic >140 or diastolic >90) -edema -severe headache -RUQ pain or epigastric pain -visual disturbances -decreased urine output -rapid weight gain -hyperflexia risk factors: -HX preeclampsia -very young or old -family history -obesity -medical conditions -chronic HTN, renal disease, diabetes, autoimmune disease
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what is HELLP syndrome?
variant of preeclampsia life threatening complication H-hemolysis EL-elevated liver enzymes LP-low platelet count
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what is eclampsia
seizures activity or a coma immediate care: -side lying -padded side rails -O2 -suction -do not restrain or leave magnesium sulfate (this is a depressant) -given to prevent seizures during and before labor -theraputic range: 4-7mg/dL -antidote: calcium gluconate
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what are fontanelles?
-space between the bones of the skull allows for molding anterior: -diamond shaped -ossifies in 12-18 months -larger posterior: -triangle shaped -closes 8-12 weeks
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normal pelvis type for female, and the other three kinds
-gynecoid (circular) -android (heart shaped-resembles the male pelvis) -anthropoid (oval shaped-wider anteroposterior diameter) -platypelloid (flat pelvis, least common)
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what is effacement in labor?
-shortening and thinning of the cervix during the first stage of labor -cervix normally (2-3 cm long, 1cm thick) -the cervix is pulled back/thinned out by a shortening of the uterine muscles -expressed in percent
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primary vs secondary powers in labor? what is Ferguson reflex?
primary -dilation -cervix closed-full dilation (10cm) -effacement -expressed in % (0-100%) Ferguson -when the stretch receptors release oxytocin, it triggers the maternal urge to bear down secondary -does not affect cervical dilation but helps with expulsion of the infant once the cervix is fully dilated -involuntary urge to push *the lithotomy position is the most common one*
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newborn assessment
APGAR (rated between 0-2 points, <4=aggressive resuscitation) -Activity -Pulse (110-160) -Grimace -Appearance -Respiration (30-60) Normal for a newborn -blueness of hands and feet (first 24hr) -transient murmurs -abnormal head shape -bulging fontanelles while crying
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postpartum assessment
BUBBLES Breast Uterus Bowels Bladder Lochia (usually last 14 days, can last up to 6 weeks) Emotional status Section (C-section incision)
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postpartum hemorrhage (vaginal vs cesarean)
vaginal birth: loss of >500ml of blood cesarean birth: loss of >1000ml blood Or a change in hematocrit by 10% patio: -the uterus crimps off vessels protecting mom from hemorrhage, sometimes this doesn't work. s&s -hypotonia of the uterus -atony/boggy uterus -deviated to the right -uncontrolled bleeding risk: -multiple gestations -polyhydramnios -macrosomic fetus (>8lbs) -multi gestation drugs 1. oxytocin -stimulates contractions of the uterine smooth muscle 2. methergine -vasoconstriction *contradicted in ppl with hypertension 3. hemabate -uterine contractions -don't give to people with asthma 4. misprostol -given rectally -stimulates uterine smooth muscle contractions
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pediatric milestones 1-12 months
1: fist clench 2: raises head, coos 4: lifts head and looks around, rolls from back to tummy 5: grasp things 6: tripod sitting, babbling 8: sit unsupported 9: crawls 10: pull to stand, able to cruise on objects (furniture) 11 12: walk independently
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pediatric milestones 15, 18, 24, 30 months 3, 4, 5 years
15 -walk independently -feeds self finger foods 18 -climb stairs -understands no 24 -kicks a ball -able to stand on tip toes -climbs ontop of furniture -builds block towers 30 -follows a series of two independent commands -150-300 word vocab 3 years -climbs and runs -pedals a tricycle -walks up and down stairs with alternating feet -undress themselves -holds pencil-draws circles 4 years -throws ball -hop on one foot -alternating feet up and down the stairs -use scissors -draw shapes and people -speaks in complete sentences 5 years -skip, swim, skate -can use utensils -cares for toileting -can be understood 100% -can count to 10
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pediatric CPR
cardiac arrest in infants=usually from respiratory etiology 1. pulse -check the pulse no longer than 10 sec. -infant: check brachial pulse -child: check carotid pulse 2. call for help -call 911, get AED 3. chest compressions -2 minutes of CPR before retrieving the AED (100-120 compressions/minute_ -infant: equal to one third of the chest -child: 2 inches -single rescuer: 30:2 compressions to breath ratio -two rescuers: 15:2 compressions to breath ratio
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nephrotic vs nephritic syndrome?
nephrotic: s&s -generalized edema -proteinuria >3.5 g daily -hypoalbuminemia -hyperlipidemia nephritic: causes: gomerularnephritis -edema -high blood pressure -hematuria -oliguria -azotemia
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Piagets stages of cognitive development: sensorimotor stage
0-2 years -development through the five senses -development through motor response -object permanence is developed -egocentric: only see the world from their own point of view
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Piagets stages of cognitive development: preoperational stage
2-7 years -always asking why -symbolic thinking -imagination: animism: think objects are alive -abstract thinking is difficult -magical thinking, plays pretend -ask lots of questions (intuition)
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Piagets stages of cognitive development: Concrete operational stage
7-11 years -develops concrete cognitive operations (sorting blocks inn order) -conservation is developed -conductive reasoning (math)
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Piagets stages of cognitive development: Formal operational stage
>11 -more logical, rationl, organized, moral and consistent thinking -hypothetical thinking -abstract concepts: love, hate, failure, successes -deductive reasoning
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variations in pediatrice anatomy
1. narrow airways, nose breathers, increased 02 requirements, increased risk of resp. failure 2. Eustachian tubes are wide, short and flat: increased risk for ear infection 3. Infant hearts are less compliant, thinner 4. Thin skin, blood vessels are close the skin: lose heat very easily 5. Kidneys are large in relation to the abdomen, GFR is slow, decreased ability to concentrate urine and reabsorb 6. Cranial bones are not completely fused -brain is highly vascular-increased hemorrhage risk -spine is very mobile--increased risk for cervical spine injury 7. increased infection risk--immature immune system and decreased inflammatory response 8.Myelination is incomplete at birth
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what is SIDS
sudden infant death syndrome -sudden death of a previously healthy infant younger than 1 years old risk -age 1-6 months -preterm -sleep position -sibling death -nicotine exposure -bedding, room temperature prevention -sleep SUPINE -firm mattress, nothing in the crib -do not over bundle the infant -avoid smoking -no co-bedding -normal room temp -use pacifier
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Reyes syndrome
rare disease affecting young children recovering from a viral illness (chicken pox, flu) -caused by salicylates containing products such as ASPIRIN, PEPTO, ALKA-SELTZER s&s -MAJOR: neuro symptoms (swelling of the brain and liver) -confusion -hyperflexia -irritabilty -lethargy -diarhea -seizures -increased AST, ALT -sometimes red spots treatment -prevention -monitor fluid -monitor ICP and seizure precautions
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RSV
Bronchiolitis (RSV) -viral illness usually caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) -very contagious -starts at upper resp. moves to the chest s&s -upper resp symptoms: nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, sneezing -fever -lower resp symptoms: tachypnea, cough, wheezing emergent symptoms: -grunting -nasal flare -cyanosis -hypoxia -resp, failure -apneic episodes treatment: -oxygen, suctioning, position at 30-40 degree angle -hydration -hospital: for severe symptoms
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croup vs epiglottitis
Laryngotracheobronchitis (Croup) -VIRAL: usually causes by parainfluenza virus -sudden: at night -fluctuating fever -stridor, hoarse voice, seal bark cough Epiglottitis -BACTERIAL: caused by haemophilus influenza type B or streptococcus pneumonia -rapid: within hours -no cough -dysphagia -emergency: inflammation leads to upper airway obstruction
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scarlet fever
complication of group A streptococcal infection (strep throat) -not all children with strep will get scarlet fever s&s -ABRUPT -red rash all over body -pharyngitis -fever, body aches, chills -strawberry tongue -tender cervical nodes -tonsils are red complications -rheumatic fever -glomerulonnephritis -abscesses of the throat -pneumonia
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Cystic fibrosis
-Both mom and dad must be a carrier (autosomal recessive) -Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder caused by mutations in the CFTR gene, resulting in thick, sticky mucus that clogs lungs, damages the digestive system, and causes infections. Symptoms include -persistent coughing, lung infections, wheezing, delayed puberty, poor growth, insulin deficiency, and gallstones.
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ABG values
pH: 7.35-7.45 CO2: 35-45 HCO3: 22-26 acidosis: if any of these values are LOWER alkalosis: if any of these values are HIGHER normal pH: 7.40
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the difference between uncompesated, partially compensated and fully compensated how do the organs compensate?
uncompensated: if the pH is out of range, and CO2 and HCO3 are in range partially: if CO2 and HCO3 are both out of range and the pH is out of range fully: if the pH is in range Kidneys: SLOW -excrete excess acid and HCO3 or -retain hydrogen and HCO3 Bicarb=base Lungs: FAST -hyperventilating: low CO2= alkalosis -hypoventilating: high CO2=acidosis CO2=acid
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hypoglycemia symptoms
Hypoglycemia = “TIRED”: Tremors Irritability/confusion Diaphoresis ↓ glucose Sometimes tachycardic
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can a nurse delegate insulin administration to a UCP?
-in normal assignment no -if it requires nursing judgement, or care for an unstable patient the answer is no -delegation can happen if the UCP has specific training for these acts (insulin) but not for normal assignment
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classic infection signs
Classic infection signs: Fever Redness Swelling ↑ WBC
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early signs of shock
Early shock = body compensating: ↑ HR Vasoconstriction (cool, clammy) ↓ urine output hypotension (late sign)
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hyperkalemia symptoms
Hyperkalemia affects the heart: Dysrhythmias Bradycardia Muscle weakness