What is H Pylori and name 1 way to prevent recurrent infection
H Pylori = common bacterial infection that infects the lining of the stomach and the upper small intestines
Prevention:
1 Risk associated with long term NSAID use
GI Bleed, ulcers, stomach irritation
AKI
CKD with prolonged use
2 Risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea
Obesity
Enlarged tonsils/tongue
Large neck
Males
Older Age
DM
Narrowed airway
2 s/s with COPD
Barrel Chest
Dyspnea at rest
Chronic cough with sputum
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Fatigue
Difference between LABA (Long-acting beta-agonists) and SABA (Short-acting beta2-agonists) medications with asthma
LABA = long term control / prevention
SABA = Rapid quick relief "rescue" inhaler
What is orthostatic hypotension?
Blood pressure drop with position changes
Name 3 risk factors for asthma
Obesity
Smoking/2nd hand smoke
Air pollution
Occupational exposures
Allergen exposure
Family hx
What does our body release when experiencing fluid volume deficit such as from vomiting and diarrhea?
ADH (antidiuretic hormone AKA vasopressin)
When your body loses fluid through vomiting or diarrhea, your brain signals the release of ADH. This hormone tells your kidneys to hold on to water instead of letting it leave through urine. This helps your body keep more fluid and maintain your blood pressure.
1 Symptom of GERD and cause
Symptoms:
Cause:
3 s/s of pneumonia
3 risk factors for hypercalcemia
Immobilization
Bone Cancer
Hyperparathyroidism
Medications (lithium, diuretics, antacids)
Dehydration
Chronic Diseases (kidney disease)
3 Risk factors for hyperkalemia
Renal insufficiency (CKD/AKI)
Diabetes Mellitus
Heart Failure
Medications
High potassium diet
Liver cirrhosis
Chronic constipation
2 nursing considerations for patient with Pneumothorax
Pneumothroax = collapsed lung (air in pleural space)
What condition presents with:
Tachypnea, pink frothy sputum, hypoxia
Pulmonary Edema
Primary function of the kidneys
filtering waste from the blood