Respiratory
Lean forward, Cold compress, direct pressure
What is the treatment for Epistaxis?
common side effect of opioid administration
this neurological disorder occurs due to the lack of myelin sheath covering the axons
What is MS
able to be awaken, SPO2 >90%, VS stable
what is criteria for release from PACU
Pre-shock, Shock, and end-organ dysfunction
What are the 3 stages of shock
increase heart rate, decrease urinary output, restlessness
What are signs of hypovolemia?
morphine like drug
what is an opioid
name 2 triggers for a migraine headache
menstruation, ovulation, ETOH, some foods, and stress
"I just felt my incision pop open" - what do you do?!?!?
assess, cover with sterile towel, and call MD while going to the OR
mild to moderate elevations in lactic acid levels, tachycardia, and slight increases or decreases in blood pressure, may be the only signs of this shock phase
what is pre-shock
What is Sleep apnea.
endogenous chemicals that act like opioids
what are analgesics
This neurological disorder is characterized by the repeated stimulation of the muscles, but not enough receptor sites will expect impulses and the muscles become exhausted... often noted in the hands and face first
what is myasthenia gravis
35yo who is awaiting surgery for removal of her appendix; which of the following is the greatest vector for infection: indwelling cath, peripheral IV, pt has BRP
indwelling cath
Your patient is experiencing severe edema and the MD wants to shift the fluid from the capillaries into the body tissues, what type of solution will be utilized
what is hypotonic
sore throat, fever, malaise, white patches (that will drain if punctured)
What is tonsillitis.
antidote for opioids
what is Narcan
what is the purpose of a skeletal traction device after a SCI
to align and immobilize the vertebrae to prevent further cord damage
best nursing intervention to prevent post op complications
Turn, cough, and deep breath (with/without IS)
List two reason why a patient will receive a central line over a peripheral line
irritating IV fluids will be administered
patient has poor peripheral veins
long term ABT use
TPN will be administered
patient needs multiple infusions at once
support patient, offer reassurance, provide a calm environment
What are interventions for Anxiety NSG DX.
most accurate way to assess the severity of pain
What is pain rating scales
List 2 modifiable and nonmodifiable risk factors for stoke
modifiable - habits, weight, HTN and DM management
nonmodifiable - age, gender, heredity
+BS x all 4 quadrants and gag reflex
What is the criteria to start food and fluids post op
An older patient is receiving IV fluid to tx dehydration. when she complains of SOB, you assess a 20 point increase in systolic B/P, HR is over 100... what is the most likely cause of this
what is fluid volume excess related to fluid overload