Grief Death Loss
Admission Discharge Transfer
Sensory/Self-Concept
Specimens
Sleep and Rest
100

loss of job, child, loved one or limb

What is an actual loss

100

Does the admission end on the day the patient arrives to the facility?

No

Why?

100

What is the concept called when a person feels good about themselves and believe that others hold them in high regard. 

self esteem

100

Name two responsibilities of the nurse when collecting specimens

Verify the patient

Get an order

Educate the patient

Use the correct supplies


100

Name some reasons why older adults sleep less

Older adults should get an average of 7 to 8 hours of sleep 

As we age, sleep is less sound

Older adults frequently have great difficulty falling asleep and have more complaints of problems sleeping due to a decline in physical health, psychological factors, effects of drug therapy 

200

decrease or loss of purposeful movement, Cheyne-stokes respirations, cyanosis, irregular and decrease pulse, difficult talking or swallowing, restlessness, decrease blood pressure

What are signs of impending death?

200

When does discharge begin

The first contact with the patient

200

what is the concept called when a person has a mental image or picture of self that can either encourage or inhibit personal growth

self-concept

200

Can a patient collect a stool or urine specimen?

Yes, a patient can collect the sample. 

What must be done to ensure that the patient does it correctly?

200

What are some negative effects as a result of sleep deprivation?

Sleep loss can result in fatigue

Decreased competence

Increase risk of a sleep-related motor vehicle accident.  

Obesity

 

300

denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance

What are the five stages of Kubler-Ross responses to dying?

300

Which other healthcare professionals may be involved with the discharge process?

any healthcare professional that was part of the patient's care

300

What is the term when a person is able to perceive the solidity of objects and their size, shape, and texture.

What is stereognosis

300

What are some methods of securing a urine sample?

clean catch

catheters

ostomy

300

What is insomnia?

Insomnia is characterized by difficulty falling asleep, intermittent sleep, or difficulty maintaining sleep, despite adequate opportunity and circumstances to sleep

400

What is the purpose of comfort-measures for a dying person?

provides a dignified death

enable dying with comfort

enable dying while receiving all available measures for a peaceful death

400

What are some factors that the nurse must consider when admitting the patient?

culture

family support

type of illness

health care beliefs

socioeconomic status

language

knowledge of the illness

400

Who is at high risk for sensory deprivation?

Persons who are institutionalized

persons with impaired vision or hearing 

Persons with brain damage

Persons who are confused or disoriented

Persons who are taking prescribed or recreational drugs which affects the central nervous system 

400

What are some factors to consider when securing a stool sample from a patient?

Functional disability of the patient

Test to be performed

Patient's knowledge of the procedure

Need a medical provider's order

Gather all necessary equipment

Label at the bedside

Need only stool

400

What are some strategies the registered nurse can suggest to promote sleep?

Promote quiet environment

Continue bedtime routines

Promote relaxation techniques

Promote comfort

Avoid unnecessary task 


500

What are some interventions that the nurse can implement to enable hope for the client?

Encourage the patient to explore treatment options.

Encourage the client to discuss feelings. 

Show empathy


500

What must the nurse consider when planning to transfer a patient?

Get an order

Inform the patient

Call the receiving unit or facility 

Pack the belonging

Get family involved if applicable

Contact other healthcare professionals

Work to reduce anxiety and fear

Transport arrangement

500

What is sensory overload?

Sensory overload is excessive stimuli over which a person feels little control; the brain is unable to meaningfully respond to or ignore stimuli.

500

What is occult blood in stool?

Blood is hidden in the stool despite appearing to be of a normal color

500

What are some questions the nurse can ask the patient when exploring why the patient has difficulty falling sleep?

The nature of the problem

 The cause of the problem

 The related signs and symptoms

When the problem began and how often it occurs

 How the problem affects everyday living

Any intervention by a health care professional 

The success of any treatments attempted