Diabetes
Which type of Diabetes is caused by a nearly absolute deficiency of insulin d/t destruction of pancreatic beta cells?
Type 1 Diabetes
Name 3 macronutrients.
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats
Who knows best about a patient's pain?
The patient
What is the freedom or independence to make own decisions?
Autonomy
What is the normal range for a fasting blood glucose level?
Between 70 and 110
Name 3 classic symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes.
Polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia
List two fat-soluble vitamins
A, D, E, and K
List three physiologic responses to acute pain.
Increased HR, RR, Bp
muscle tension
Pallor or flushing
frowning or grimacing
sweating
List two values of nursing.
Altruism
Human dignity
Integrity
Autonomy
Social justice
Name 3 situations in which ice may be used for pain control.
swelling, early bruising, joint pain, sprain, arthritis
List three symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes.
Recurrent infection
Fatigue
Prolonged wound healing
Visual changes
List 3 things a patient can have on a clear liquid diet.
water, clear broth, Jello, ice, popsicles
Define pain tolerance.
The maximum intensity or duration of pain an individual is willing to endure.
What is it called when a nurse acts in a manner that is not consistent with best practice standards and harm is caused to a patient as a result?
Malpractice
List three symptoms of hyperglycemia.
dry mouth, thirsty, headache, frequent urination, confusion, coma, fruity smelling breath, death
List three symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Tremulousness
Hunger
Headache
Pallor
Sweating
Palpitations
Blurred vision
Weakness
Confusion
Loss of Consciousness
List 3 interventions to help someone eat who has dyspagia.
Position upright
Small bites
Moisture in food
No thin liquids
Chin tuck
What does the acronym OLD CARTS stand for?
Onset, Location, Duration, Character, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors, timing, severity
What are two examples of Advanced Directives?
Living will, Durable power of attorney, DNR, Organ donor registration list
List 3 potential consequences of bulimia nervosa
Chronic inflammation of throat, diarrhea, dental decay, indigestion, gastric reflux, dehydration.
What is the proper order for drawing up NPH and Regular insulin in the same syringe?
Air in NPH first, then in Reg.
Draw up Regular first, then NPH.
List three interventions for a patient receiving tube feedings.
Flushing
Check residuals
Check for s/s infection
Elevate HOB
Watch for clogging
Name 3 characteristics of chronic pain.
irritability, depression, withdrawal, and insomnia
What type of laws protect nurses that decide to provide care outside of work?
Good Samaritan Laws
Name 3 interventions for constipation related to opioid use.
Movement
fiber
Fluids
Stool softener
gentle laxative