Ethics and elderly
Communication tool used to ensure conveying of pertinent information of patient
What is SBAR?
A test used to determine visual acuity/distance sight
What is the Snellen eye chart?
Frequently asking for instructions to be repeated, speaking loudly, turning head to noise or leaning to gain clarity are all signs of _________.
What is hearing problem/loss?
Unregulated cell growth
Respect the right of others to make own decisions
Autonomy
Visual function is controlled by these cranial nerves.
What are oculomotor (III), trochlear (IV), abducens (VI), and vestibulocochlear (VIII)?
Hearing loss due to physical obstruction such as cerumen (ear wax).
ABCDE of lesions
What are asymmetry, border, color, diameter (>6mm), evolving?
Health difference that is closely linked with social, economic, or environmental disadvantages (2words)
What are health disparities?
________ Pocket Vision Screener used to test near vision
What is Rosenbaum?
Hearing loss due to trauma or damage to the cochlea, CN VIII, or the brain.
What is sensorineural hearing loss?
A bacterial skin disorder affecting the dermis and subcutaneous tissue due to reduced blood supply.
What is necrotizing cellulitis?
Result of sclerotic changes to blood vessels and heart wall in elderly
What is hypertension?
Condition caused by increased pressure to the optic nerve
What is glaucoma?
Disorder that affects the inner ear causing vertigo, tinnitus, and sensorineural hearing loss.
What is Meniere's?
Type of infection typically found in moist areas such as skin folds.
What is fungal infection?
A nurse is caring for an elderly client with reduced baroreflex. What is an expected assessment finding?
What is orthostatic hypotension?
What is macular degeneration?
A nurse caring for a client complaining of tinnitus should include ___________ in patient education.
What is keeping a diary?
A client with a diagnosis of psoriasis presents with silvery flaking scales. What could be included in patient education regarding activities to avoid or to be encouraged?
What are to avoid stress, encourage UV exposure, take medications as prescribed (wash hands after applying), and seek emotional support?