words (YASS)
POV: ur (they're) dying :/
Fluids?
Sick is very "in" RN (right now)
shorter words (WERK SLAY BOOTS)
100
Aspiration precautions (define and list two)
precautions to prevent aspiration;
- Turn head to side
- feed in high fowlers
100
What is the last sense to leave the body?
Hearing
100
How much water is reccomended for a person each day? (in ounces)
64 oz
100
What is the other term for Cystitis?
Urinary Tract Infection
100
COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
200
Shearing
rubbing or friction that results from the skin moving one way and the bone underneath it remaining fixed or moving in the opposite direction
200
Kulber-Ross's 5 stages of dying are:
denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance
200
what is the conversion rate from ounces to milliliters?
1 oz = 30 mL
200
Define Shock
a condition when the circulatory system is unable to get enough blood to the vital organs
200
TCDB
Turn Cough Deep Breath
300
Ombudsman
person assigned by law as the legal advocate for residents
300
What are some common signs of approaching death? (list 6)
- Blurred or failing vision
- impaired speech
- diminished sense of touch
- loss of movement, muscle tone, and feeling
- high or low temperature
- decreasing blood pressure
- weak pulse
- cheyne stokes respirations: alternating slow or fast breathing
- rattling sound as a person breathes
- cold, pale skin
- mottling, spotting, or blotching of skin caused by poor circulation
- incontinence
- disorientation or confusion
300
What are common signs of fluid overload? (list 3)
- swelling/edema
- weight gain
- decreased urine output
- SOB
- increased heart rate
- skin appears tight, smooth, and shiny
300
What stage is this decubitus ulcer in?
Stage 2
300
PRN
when necessary
400
Flatus
gas or air in the stomach or intestines
400
How do feelings and attitude about death differ?
Experiencing death, personality type, religious beliefs, and cultural background.
400
What are the guidelines for cleaning spills involving body fluids, blood, and glass?
- Apply gloves
- Absorb spills (facility policy)
- Scoop up spill and dispose in designated container
- Apply proper disinfectant to spill area
- Properly bag (biohazard)
- Always follow facility policy
400
What is the treatment for hemiplegia?
Rehabilitation, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and strength and motor skills therapy
400
S (with a line through it)
without
500
What is the chain of infection, and list it in order.
A way to describe how disease is transmitted from one living being to another;
germ, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host
500
Patients have rights and preferences as they are approaching death, what are they (4)?
The right to refuse treatment, the right to have visitors, the right to privacy, and the right to honesty
500
Record the Intake and Output (in mL):
Susan is on a Liquid Diet. For breakfast, she eats 1/2 of her 120mL gelatin cup, drinks 2/3 of her 120mL cup of juice, and ate a 90mL popsicle. You also empty 100 mL from her down drain bag. She isn't feeling well and vomits 100 mL of emesis. After this, Susan is given a 150mL IV bag. Then for lunch, she eats 1/2 of her 6 oz bowl of bone broth. Her 480 ml water bottle is 3/4 full. You also empty 150 ml from her down drain bag. She isn't very hungry for dinner, so she drinks 1/2 of her 8oz can of soda and her water bottle is now 1/2 full. You end your shift after emptying 200mL of urine from her down drain bag.
Intake: 710mL
Output: 670mL
500
What are the 9 signs and symptoms of depression (list 5 or more)
- Depressed mood
- loss of interest
- Insomnia and Hypersomnia
- Weight loss / gain
- Mental hyperactivity / slowing
- Fatigue
- indecisiveness
- Extreme feelings of guilt or worthlessness
- suicidal ideation
*Bonus!* For 500 points, what antidepressant is zoe on?????
500
POLST (?)
Physician Order for Life Sustaining Treatment