Client Education
What are interventions to reduce compassion fatigue?
Self care
Setting boundaries
peer support
Mindfulness and relaxation
What level of prevention is a mammogram for someone with a family history of breast cancer?
Secondary prevention
A nurse documents an apical pulse that wasn't taken. What is this called?
Falsification
What are examples of HAIs?
Infections from surgical site, cental line, ventilator associated pneumonia or a indwelling urinary catheter
What is subjective data?
Subjective data is information that comes from the patient’s own experience, feelings, or perceptions.
What is an effective strategy when teaching a client with hearing loss?
Face the client when speaking
What are examples of modifiable risk factors?
Diet
Alcohol/Smoking
weight
activity level
sunbathing
What should a nurse include when completing an occurrence report?
Objective facts
names involved
What are common findings associated with a fever?
flushed skin, chills, increased heart rate, fatigue, and muscle aches.
What findings indicates sepsis?
Elevated WBC
Vomiting
Altered mental status
What learning domain is used when the client demonstrates crutch walking?
psychomotor
What finding places a client at risk for heart disease?
high cholesterol
HTN
Smoking
Sedentary lifestyle
DM
Family history
What is an example of unprofessional conduct related to client privacy? (hint: computer)
Leaving a logged in terminal unattended
What kind of transmission precautions are required for TB?
Airborne
What acid based imbalance is caused by vomiting?
Metabolic alkalosis
Sit up or elevate the head of the bed to at least 45–90 degrees.
Hold the device upright at eye level.
Exhale fully to empty your lungs.
Place the mouthpiece in your mouth, sealing your lips tightly around it.
Inhale slowly and deeply through the mouthpiece to raise the piston or indicator.
Try to keep the indicator within the target range.
Hold your breath for at least 3–5 seconds to keep the lungs expanded.
Remove the mouthpiece and exhale normally.
Repeat 10 times every hour while awake.
Cough after each set to help clear secretions from the lungs
What does the nurse monitor for in an immobile client?
Pressure injuries from decreased circulation
Is it within a nurse's scope to explain a surgical procedure to a patient?
NO
What type of equipment is considered ergonomic?
Ergonomic equipment is designed to fit the user’s needs and reduce strain or injury.
Shower chair, wrist rest, adjustable bed
What is a manifestation of obstructive sleep apnea?
Decreased energy
HTN
Morning headaches
Difficulty Concentrating during the day
What is the main purpose of using simulation in nursing education?
to use clinical decision making in real time
Which client has the highest priority based on acuity level?
following ABCs, any patient with breathing problems
True or False: When a charge nurse is reviewing the documentation, she notes that "The client seems to be more comfortable performing self-administration of insulin" needs to be revised?
TRUE
Which action prevents needle stick injuries?
Engage safety device immediately after use
What is the first step to assess for a pulse deficit?
Have 2 nurses assess apical and radial pulses at the same time