Opioid; main side effects are respiratory depression, constipation, and orthostatic hypotension
What is morphine
100
Name three common causes of fluid volume deficit:
What are fever, diabetes insipidus, diuretic use, hemorrhage, vomiting, NG suction, diarrhea, inadequate intake, third-spacing
100
The normal value for sodium is...
What is 135-145 mEq/L
100
The four components of Tanner's Clinical Judgment Model are
What are noticing, interpreting, responding, reflecting
100
Joint stiffness due to osteoarthritis typically occurs when ...
What is after periods of rest or inactivity (such as early morning)
200
this drug protects against NSAID-induced ulcers by stimulating secretion of mucus and bicarb, maintaining submucosal blood flow, and suppressing secretion of gastric acid
What is misoprostol (Cytotec)
200
You're taking care of a patient who weighted 155 lbs yesterday. Today they weight 150 lbs. How many liters of water did they lose last night?
What is 2.27 L
200
The normal level of blood pH...
What is 7.35-7.45
200
Seeking information from the patient and/or the family would be included in which element of Tanner's model?
What is noticing.
200
This grating sensation caused by loose particles of cartilage in the joint cavity also contributes to stiffness of OA and it is called
What is crepitation
300
IV potassium can be infused no faster than...
What is 10 mEq/hr
300
Crush injuries, tissue lysis, burns, and kidney disease can all cause this. The signs and symptoms include abdominal cramping, paresthesias, irregular pulse, and weakness in the lower extremities.
What is hyperkalemia
300
Normal calcium levels are between
What is 8.6-10.2 mg/dL
300
Nursing interventions are performed at which stage of the nursing process?
What is implementation.
300
The most important thing for a person suffering from OA to remember about exercise is to ...
What is balance rest and activity
400
A side effect of this drug is ototoxicity if it is pushed too quickly.
What is furosemide (Lasix)
400
Interpret this ABG:
pH:7.26
bicarb:34
CO2:52
What is respiratory acidosis
400
The normal value for PaCO2 is
What is 35-45
400
What does the pneumonic SBAR stand for?
What is situation, background, assessment, recommendation
400
Describe chronic pain (definition or signs/symptoms)
Lasts longer than 3 months, cause may not be known, flat affect, less movement/activity, withdraw from others, may not have changes in VS
500
This local anesthetic is made from chili peppers and can be used for pain associated with arthritis. Always remember to wear gloves when applying this and NEVER touch your eyes!
What is capsaicin (Zostrix) cream
500
Excessive ingestion of vitamin D can cause this. A person which this will most likely have muscle problems, tetany, and dispositions in skin, soft tissues, cornea, and blood vessels.
What is hyperphosphatemia
500
I lied. I don't want the normal value. This is a contraction of the facial muscles if the nerve in front of the ear is tapped. It occurs in hypocalcemia.
What is Chvostek's sign
500
Because of the need for high-quality, cost-effective care, nurses are required to use this, which is a combination of expertise and research.
What is evidence-based practice
500
In the chronic illness trajectory, a person is said to be in this phase when a life threatening situation occurs and emergency services are necessary