Pharmacology
A Non-Steroidal anti-inflammatory
Aspirin, Naproxen, Ibuprofen
I have plaque build up in my arteries, I am the most common form of heart disease. Angina is a usual symptom. What disease am I?
CAD. Coronary artery disease
what is the PERRLA acronym and when do you use it?
Pupils are equal, round, reactive to light and accommodation. Neurological checks + emergency injuries.
give an example of an independent nursing intervention
dressing change, medication administration
What is tachypnea
increased breathing rate of over 20 breaths per minute
Specific symptoms to iron supplements
Black tarry stools, metallic taste, staining of teeth
I have itchy skin, loss of appetite, dark urine, tendency to bruise easily. What organ is affected?
Liver
give an example on disease prevention
immunization teaching, smoking cessation
Why do you regularly weigh a patient with congestive heart failure?
weight gain can be indicative of the condition worsening. fluid retention is the likely cause.
What is dysuria
Pain, burning, stinging while voiding
Name a beta blocker
Atenolol, metoprolol, bisoprolol, propanolol
I have severe flank pain, hematuria, fever + chills, cloudy urine. What condition do I have?
Nephrolithiasis
A focused respiratory assessment
vital signs, an inspection of breathing pattern, skin colour, auscultation of lung sounds, palpate for any abnormalities
What is the best way to prevent a TBI?
Wear protective equipment, a helmet.
what is urticaria
skin rash with red, raised, itchy bumps
What class does Ciprofloxacin belong to
Fluoroquinolones
What are the two types of peptic ulcers and what is the main difference in subjective symptoms?
Duodenal: pain improves after meal
Gastric: pain intensifies after meal
name all 12 cranial nerves
1: Olfactory 2: optic 3: oculomotor 4: trochlear 5: trigeminal 6: abducens 7: facial 8: vestibulocochlear 9: glossopharyngeal 10: vagus nerve 11: accessory 12: hypoglossal
Atopic dermatitis, how to treat it?
topical steroids, avoid fragrances, keep fingernails short, and avoid scratching.
bad breath
Diagnosis for taking Sertraline
Depression, OCD, SAD, PTSD
Your patient has a high fever + chills, productive cough, SOB and sharp chest pain. What is the diagnosis?
Pneumonia
WHat disease has skin mottling and why?
CHF, decreased skin perfusion
give an example of a dependent nursing intervention
inserting a Foley catheter, inserting an NG tube
what is agnosia
neurological disease, inability to process sensory information