Sensory
True or False: the senses help to maintain homeostasis
True
True or False: communication only helps meet the emotional needs of the patient
False: communication meets the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient
Name 2 factors that affect ventilation
Rate
Depth
Lung compliance
Lung elasticity
Airway resistance
Arteries bring blood ____ the heart whereas veins bring blood _____ the heart
Away, To
True
What are 3 aspects of a sensory assessment?
History
Examination
Risk factors
Mental Status
Level of consciousness
Environment
Support network
Describe the difference between intra and interpersonal communication
Intra - self talk
Inter - Between two or more people
What is the order of assessment for the respiratory system?
Inspect
Palpate
Percuss
Auscultate
What is the pacemaker of the heart?
The sinoatrial node
What are 2 things are you assessing when checking an apical pulse?
Amplitude
Location
BPM
What are 2 interventions for someone that is confused?
Re-orient frequently
Maintain safe environment
Communicate clearly and slowly
Limit choices
Promote feelings of security
Use alternative therapies
Vocabulary
Pacing of conversation
Tone
Clarity
Timing
Relevance
Credibility
Humor
What are 3 structures of the lower respiratory system?
Trachea
Bronchi
Bronchioles
Alveoli
Name 5 risk factors that influence cardiac function
Lifestyle
Stress
Diet
Exercise
Obesity
Allergies
Altitude
Heat/Cold
Pregnancy
Drug/alcohol use
Medications
What is the lubricant of the lungs called and describe it's function
Surfactant - keeps alveoli from collapsing
What are some factors that may increase the risk for sensory overload?
Interuptions with rest and sleep
Procedures
Care routine changes
Pain
Odors
Sights
Sounds
What does SBARQ stand for?
Situation
Background
Assessment
Recommendation
Questions
Describe the difference between respiration and ventilation
Respiration - exchange of gases
Ventilation - movement of air in and out of the lungs
What are 4 aspects of a cardiac physical assessment?
Pain
Dyspnea
Fatigue
Peripheral Circulation
What are 3 things you can implement for someone with impaired speech?
Hand gestures
Family
Positivity
Patience
What are the 2 most common sensory deficits?
Hearing loss
Vision loss
Describe 3 barriers to therapeutic communication
Asking too many questions
Fire hosing
Asking why
Failing to probe
Changing subject inappropriately
Expressing approval or disapproval
Offering advice
Stereotyping
Providing false reassurance
Using patronizing language
What are 3 interventions to promote optimal oxygenation?
Proper hydration
Deep breathing
Chest physiotherapy
Immunizations
Preventing illness
Smoking cessation
Positioning
Aspiration precautions
Incentive spirometer
What is the healthy people goal for 2030?
Improve cardiovascular health and reduce deaths from heart attack and stroke
What are the 5 sensory systems?
Vision
Hearing
Taste
Smell
Touch