Unit 3 Member of the Profession
How can an LVN promote health?
education, collaboration, routine care, advocacy, lifestyle and wellness
what is peristalsis?
involuntary, wave-like muscle contractions that move food, fluids, and waste through the digestive tract
what is pediculosis
lice infestation
how to approach visually impaired patients?
First you have to notify the patient that you entered his room, introduced yourself, notify what you are going to do, if you need to touch the patient ask for permission before to do so, if you are moving to another area of the room notify the patient.
Which infectious agent is responsible for the majority of common cold? how is it treated?
Viral infections, anti-virus
What is holism?
Holism is the sum of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual health
Any change: whether positive or negative, in one component inevitably impacts the others
What are hyperactive bowel sounds, and which types of patients or medical conditions are commonly associated with this finding?
more than 30 sounds per min.
uncircumcised adult male cleaning technique
retract the foreskin and pull the foreskin back into place
What is respite care
Provides temporary relief for family caregivers.
which mode of transmission is commonly associated with the spread of respiratory infections whtough coughing and sneezing?
airborne
what are modifiable vs non modifiable risk factors for health? 2 Examples of each.
Modifiable-lifestyle habits, behaviors, or medical conditions that you can change, treat, or manage
Non-modifiable-These are traits, genetics, or personal history that you cannot change.
stoma complications?
Stoma necrosis, stoma prolapse, stoma retraction, and peristomal hernia
Nursing student standards for infection prevention?
hand washing, nails less than 1/4 in. long, no artificial nails.
what is the difference between fowler position vs high fowler position?
fowler position is 45* TO 60*
high fowler position is at 60* to 90*
which procedures carries the greatest risk for nosocomial infections?
Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs)
Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP)
Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs)
What is Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and what is its significance?
A psychological model that organizes human motivations into a 5 tier pyramid in which a person must satisfy basic survival needs before focusing on higher levels of personal growth.
Patients may hold their breath and strain when attempting to pass hard stool. This increased parasympathetic activity, slows heart rate, vasodilator reducing blood pressure which reduces cerebral perfusion.
Fall prevention in the hospital setting?
objective vs subjective assessment
Objective: Blood Pressure, Respiratory rate, temperature of 99* F, observing the patient vomiting, patient is grimacing and guarding secondary from pain
Subjective: Patient States "my pain is 10", Patient reports feeling SOB,
When is appropriate to wash your hands with soap and water.
Visibly soil and when exiting patients' room with contact precaution
Name the levels of healthcare and what each one specifically targets
primary-Basic, routine healthcare focused on health promotion, disease prevention, screening, and treatment of common illnesses.
secondary-Healthcare provided by specialists or facilities when a patient needs evaluation or treatment beyond routine primary care. Patients are often referred by a primary care provider.
tertiary-Advanced, complex healthcare provided by specialized centers with sophisticated technology, highly trained professionals, and extensive resources.
what is the most common pathogen in a post abdominal surgery infection?
bacteria
what is CPAP ?
It delivers positive air pressure through a facemark to maintain the airway open
Health promotion?
encourage patients to incorporate physical activities, balanced nutrition, preventative health measures such as health screening, follow up appointments.