Alterations in Endocrine Function
A gland enlarged in hypothyroidism that is visible to the naked eye in the neck. Its purpose is to make more thyroid hormones'.
What is a Goiter ?
Bending over, laying flat after eating, and eating spicy, acidic foods all can make what condition worse?
What is GERD?
This is a hereditary condition with no cure and characterized by fluid filled cysts.
What is polycystic kidney disease?
Previous history of falls, decreased mobility, vision changes and orthostatic hypotension are reasons to...
What is implement fall precautions?
Results from and impaired immune system in clients who have been diagnosed with AIDS.
What is PCP pneumonia? Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia
This a a type of cell produced by the body when it experiences hypoxia.
What is an erythrocyte or RBC?
polyuria, polydipsia, and Polyphagia and visual changes are all manifestations of what condition?
What is Diabetes Mellitus type I
This is the priority in nursing care of a client with Crohn's disease
What is bowel rest?
Bilateral inflammation of the glomeruli 7-10 days after a streptococcal infection correlates with which disorder?
What is Glomuleruloenephritis?
A tube used to decompress the stomach that allows for suction of gastric contents which are high in electrolyte concentration.
What are Nasogastric tubes (NG)?
Increased mucus production is a result of ___________.
What are histamines?
The priority of care for a patient experiencing a sickle cell crisis.
What is pain management and ample hydration?
increased thirst, dry mouth, tiredness, unintentional weight loss are all signs of _____________.
What is hyperglycemia?
Foods that are rich, spicy, fatty and acidic should be avoided by clients with this condition.
What is Barrett's esophagus?
" I prefer tub baths to showering is a risk factor for what condition in female clients?
What is cystitis ?
What is the priority treatment framework when treating clients with altered homeostasis?
What are the ABC's.
Airway, Breathing, Circulation, and Disability
Rinse your dishes in hot water, clean and disinfect your tooth brush each week, and use antimicrobial soap when bathing are all interventions used in this patient population.
What is immunosuppression?
A hematological product (component) that functions by plugging breaks in blood vessel walls
What is a platelet?
The diagnostic test that indicates the best glucose control over time.
What is A1c ?
I am transmitted by the fecal oral route and infect the liver.
What is hepatitis A?
What lab values are elevated in Kidney Failure?
What is a BUN and creatinine?
Decreased Albumin levels measure ____________ in the blood.
What is protein?
Fresh flowers, soft boiled eggs, and undercooked food are all things a patient with this condition can not have.
What is neutropenia?
Medications that stimulate bone marrow production post chemotherapy treatments are given to treat _________ anemia.
What is aplastic?
1 hour before or 3 hours after a meal this drug should be taken for hypothyroidism.
What is Levothyroxine or Synthroid ?
alcoholism is associated with this disorder.
What is chronic pancreatitis?
The most reliable measure of fluid volume in a patient with chronic kidney disease.
What is daily weight?
Metabolic Syndrome is characterized by ____________ (please name at least 3)
What is Visceral obesity, insulin resistance, high triglycerides, and low HDL cholesterol. hypertension and s/s of hyperglycemia such as thirst.
Fever, leukopenia, muscle and joint pain, anorexia and weight loss along with a raised rash on the face are signs of ___________.
What is systemic lupus erythematosus?
The organs of the hematological system are: _________ and _________ _______________.
What is blood and Bone Marrow?
Weight loss, increased appetite and anxiety are all symptoms of _____________?
What is hyperthyroidism?
First inspect, auscultate, palpate and then percuss the abdomen.
What is the order of abdominal assessment?
Discarding the first voided urine, using the last voided specimen, avoid vigorous exercise and keep in a cool dark place are all nursing considerations for what test?
What is a 24 hour urine Creatinine Clearance test?
A medication therapy that puts clients at risk for Osteoporosis.
What are thyroid hormones'.
I am an antibiotic used to kill Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus.
What is Vancomycin?
chronic diseases, blood loss, bone marrow problems, chronic inflammation and kidney disease are all characteristics of ______________.
What is alteration in hematological function?