ADLs
When assisting with perineal care, what is the primary reason to wipe from front to back?
What is reduce risk of infection
Anita Bath has an open wound with foul odor. Name a common household item that can be used to manage smells?
What are coffee grounds?
Also can use kitty litter.
Ellen is preparing to move to her son's home and shares with you that her done recently started treatment for opioid abuse. Who do you need to contact? Hint: it's not the RNCM
Yes, you would also contact the nurse.
Loss of compassion and empathy, burnout, poor performance, breakdown, physical complaints, disinterest, inability to empathize, moral distress, and poor judgement are all examples of
What is compassion fatigue?
You're bathing Barb Dwyer and notice new redness under her breasts. What is your next step?
What is contact her nurse?
Alexis wears compression stockings to manage her edema. When should the stockings be applied and removed?
What is apply in the morning and remove before sleeping?
The most effective means to prevent the spread of microbes
What is perform hand hygiene?
Rachael was just diagnosed with bone cancer and is scheduled for an amputation. What type of grief is she likely to experience?
What is anticipatory grief.
Anticipatory grief is experienced in anticipation of a loss. You may also see this experienced by family anticipating the loss of a patient.
Creates a permanent, legal record of the patient's care, serves as proof of services for billing, and can be used as evidence in a court of law.
What is documentation?
Your patient has a seizure while you are providing care. Your first step would be:
What is protect the pt from harm by moving furniture or other objects
Contact pt nurse as soon as you are able.
While providing oral care to Mr. Frank Instein, who lacks teeth, what is the best tool to use?
What is a dental sponge?
Which non pharmalogical interventions can be utilized to relieve dyspnea/shortness of breath? Name 2
What is
Use a fan to circulate air
Raise the HOB
Place pt in tripod position
Pursed lip breathing
Assuming that all people from a certain country, region, or nationality hold the same beliefs
What is stereotyping
Spending time off duty with a pt, keeping secrets, giving and receiving gifts, flirting, siding with a pt against staff or family, feeling possessive about a pt is an example of
What is crossing boundaries?
You arrive to bath your nonverbal pt, Miss Tracey. You notice facial grimacing, restlessness, and rapid breathing. What symptom do you think she may be experiencing?
What is pain?
Pain is a warning sensation designed to protect the body. Can be acute or chronic.
You are helping Ivana Tinkle transfer from bed to chair. What is one item they need prior to transferring to reduce the risk of a fall?
What is non-slip footwear
Other items that may provide assistance:
Gait belt
Nondrug therapeutic way to support your patient through distress-name two
Meditation, music, massage
(No massage unless on your care plan)
Symptoms of spiritual distress include-Name 2
What is Anger, agitation, depression, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, restlessness, fear
Your best tool-Chaplain. Notify nurse and chaplain regarding concerns.
Spiritual beliefs can affect how a pt lives and dies, how pt and family cope. Not everyone identifies as spiritual.
During your visit with pt Harry Pitt, his spouse becomes irritated and aggressive with pt. You begin to feel unsafe. What is your first step in this situation?
Leave
Your safety is #1 priority. Once safe, contact your DCS.
Who is paying for your certifications?
What is Compassus!
No out-of-pocket expense for the test! yay!
When moving or repositioning your patient, _____is easier than _____.
What is pushing is easier than pulling.
Remember to use your legs, not your back.
Keep the pts body close to yours for support and stability.
The recovery position after a seizure or fainting
What is the left side
Beliefs, social customs, and behaviors of a race, religion, or social group of people
What is culture
This is developed with pt and family's input because they are the experts regarding the pt.
What is the plan of care?
When you pass the test, how much is your bonus?
$1500