Hct and Hgb Levels
42%-52%, 38%-48%
14-18, 12-16
Diagnosis TB
Sputum Culture to confirm
PPD test
Chest Xray
Quantiferon TB Test
Osteoarthritis patient teaching
Balance rest with activity
Losing weight
Strength training
Physical therapy
Yoga and Tai Chi
Apply ice for acute exacerbation(pain)
Heat for stiffness
Splinting and Assisted devices
Maintain proper nutrition
Avoid injuries
Stay active
Pulmonary edema
abnormal buildup of fluid in the lungs
Patient teaching/care for Parkinson's
Because of dysphagia, monitor their swallowing and food intake
Thicken their liquids
Sit patient upright
Advise them to tuck their chin
Encourage ROM exercises
Assist with ADLs if necessary
Initiate fall precautions
Platelet Count
150,000-450,000
Nursing Interventions for TB
Promote air way clearance
Combo drug therapy:(Isonizid, Rifampin, Pyrazinamide, Ethambutol
Manage anxiety
Manage fatigue
Improve nutrition
Nursing Interventions for Addison's crisis
Rapid replacement of fluid and salt
Giving glucose(normal saline and dextrose)
Nursing interventions for a pacemaker
Document the time and date of insertion, model, settings, rhythm strip, presence of adequate pulse, blood pressure, client response
Compare ECG rhythm to prescribed pacemaker settings
Chest X-ray for lead placement and for pneumothorax, hemothorax, or pleural effusion
Provide analgesia as prescribed
Minimize shoulder movement and provide a sling(if prescribed)
Assess for hiccups(indicates the generator is pacing the diaphragm)
Identification card should include:
Manufacture name
Model number
Mode of function
Rate parameters
Expected battery life`
Nursing interventions for Seizures
Protect the patient from injury
Do not force anything into the patient's mouth
Turn the patient to the side to prevent aspiration and keep the airway clear
Remove any objects that might injure the patient
Suction oral secretions if possible without force
Loosen any restrictive clothing
Do not restrain or try to stop the patient's seizure
Assess:
Number, timing, and pattern of seizures
Preictal phase- they may notice some signs
Signs of Hypokalemia
Flat T waves, ST depression and Prominent U wave'
Decreased DTR
Muscle cramping
Flaccid Paralysis
Decreased motility(constipation)
Abdominal distention
Paralytic ileus
Small bowel obstruction
Signs and symptoms of pulmonary embolism
Chest pain on inspiration
SOB
Anxiety
Tachypnea
Tachycardia
Hypotension
petechiae
Early symptoms of RA
Joint and systemic symptoms
Client teaching for pacemaker
Carry device ID at all times
Do not raise arm for 1-2 weeks
Take pulse daily(report if HR is less than pacemaker rate)
Report dizziness, fainting, fatigue, weakness, chest pain, hiccups, palpitations, difficulty breathing or weight gain
No contact sports for 2 months
NO MAGNETIC FIELDS DIRECTLY OVEr(garage door openers, burglar alarms, strong magnets, generators, large stereo speakers)
MRI and therapeutic diathermy are contraindicated
Airport security wand should not go over
Aphasia nursing interventions
Signs of Hyperkalemia
ST elevation and Peaked T waves
Severe Vfib or Cardiac standstill
Hypotension/Bradycardia
Diarrhea
Hyperactive bowel sounds
Increased dTR
Profound muscle weakness
Nursing interventions Asthma
Control and prevent episodes
Improve air flow and gas exchange
Drug therapy
Oxygen Therapy
Exercise and activity
Acute phase of RA
Exacerbations
How long do you have to get a CT scan when a patient is having a stroke
25 mins
cataract symptoms
Cloudy blurry vision
Faded color
Halos
Loss of night vision
Double vision
Change in prescription
Light sensitvity
PTT, PT, INR
PTT: 25-35 seconds
PT: 11-13.5 seconds
INR: 2-3
ARDS complications
Blood clots(DVT)
Collapsed lung
Confusion
Multiple Organ Failure
Muscle weakness
Scarred lungs and fibrosis
RA patient teaching
Wear braces at night
warm shower for stiffness
cold compress for inflammation
GERD nursing care
Surgical: endoscopic therapy, laparascopic nissen fundoplication
decrease fats, fried, spicy, or caffeinated foods
Sit up after eating
No tight clothes
Lose weight
4-6 small meals
Drugs: Antacids, H2 receptor antagonist, PPI, Prokinetics
CKD Diet
Restrict protein, salt, and potassium