Pain
What is phantom pain? Is it real?
What is nerve pain felt by the patient in the area of an amputation?
What are signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction?
What is hives, itching, muscle twitches?
What is receptive aphasia - provide example.
What is expressive aphasia- provide example.
What is inability to receive directions correctly- sticks tongue out when asked to tie shoes?
What is inability to express oneself- repeating the same word?
A patient has bacterial meningitis. What is your care plan for them?
What is a quiet dark room, droplet isolation, Medications- abx, antiemetics, analgesics, antipyretics. Prevent increased ICP- Limit coughing, vomiting, HOB >30.
To help prevent nausea in a patient receiving chemotherapy what should the nurse instruct the patient to do?
What is drink a carbonated beverage one hour prior to mels?
When assessing pain in a patient what information should all be recorded by the nurse?
What is WHATSUP?
If a nurse suspects an anaphylactic allergic reaction what medication should be given first?
What is epinephrine?
What is agnosia? What is an appropriate intervention?
What is the inability to recognize familiar things?
What is present item and repeat the name and purpose?
What is the primary concern for the care plan of a patient with Fibromyalgia?
What is chronic pain?
If a patient has an organ transplant should they take immune boosting agents?
What is no?
Constipation is an adverse effect of many opioid pain medications. What is the best early intervention to prevent constipation in your patient?
What is increase fluid intake?
When preparing a patient for a CT scan what food allergies should the nurse asked about?
What is shellfish due to the iodine content?
Do seizures follow strokes often? Why or why not?
What is yes? The brain tissue is either deprived of oxygen causing seizures or irritated by blood in the tissues causing spasms and seizures?
What are signs and symptoms of SLE?
What is alopecia, rashes, mouth sores, fatigue, Raynaud's, joint pain?
Avoiding which dietary choices help decrease cancer risks in patients?
What is alcohol, smoked meats, charbroiled foods?
What are proper ice pack instructions for a patient?
What is apply 4xs a day for 15-20 minutes with a barrier (towel) on the skin?
In allergic reactions which immunoglobin is triggered?
What is IgE?
When taking Dilantin who should the patient visit every 3-6 months and why?
What is a dentist due to hyperplasia or overgrowth of gums?
What are symptoms of late stage Parkinson's?
What is dysphagia, immobility, incontinence, and insomnia?
What are recommended dietary choices for patient's with MS?
What is increased fiber intake, increased fluids, increased calcium and vitamins?
How does pain manifest in a patient?
Think vitals/ symptoms.
What is increased pulse, blood pressure, respirations, nausea, vomiting, diaphoresis, muscle tension?
What is the earliest indicator of an anaphylactic allergic reaction?
What is angioedema?
Remember symptoms like difficulty swallowing or talking are caused by angioedema in the throat.
What medication is given for an ischemic stroke? What is your timeframe for administration?
What is tPa? 4-4.5 hours?
Your patient has GBS. What does their care plan look like?
What is adequate nutrition, possible ventilation, preventing complications from immobility, provisions for advancing paralysis?
What dietary choices are recommended for folic acid deficiency?
What is fortified cereals/ grains, green leafy vegetables, and whole grains?