Labs
What are RBC’s?
Red blood cells (erythrocytes)
What should you monitor after administering an electrolyte replacement.
Electrolyte levels
What is a non pharmacological method to prevent/ control hypertension?
Heart healthy diet
What should the patient be taught about BP readings in regard to her HTN?
Abnormal results and normal range
What can a high fasting glucose level indicate?
Diabetes
What is an adverse effect of an antidepressants?
Suicidal thought, palpitations, insomnia
When assessing a patient for pain, the should watch for..
Nonverbal cues
What kind of food can help with the residents constipation?
High fiber diet
What does ast stand for?
Aspartate transferase
Do not administer metoprolol if pulse is slower than…
60 seconds
How can pain relief be implanted for a patient?
non pharmacologic (positioning, ice, heat, meditation etc)
medication
What should be monitored after administering metoprolol?
BP
What can low albumin level indicate?
Infection or sepsis
When should Seroquel be administered?
Bedtime (8pm)
How can HTN be identified?
2 or more BP reading ps greater than 120/80
what can happen if the resident receives too much electrolyte supplements?
Fluid overload, thrombohlebitis
What can a low hct level indicate?
Anemia
What can occur from long-term use of antipsychotics?
Cataracts
What determines if a patient is on fall precautions?
A fall risk score per that facility
What is scoliosis? (Educate me)
Sideways curvature of the spine