Infectious Diseases
Give an example of a bacterial disease.
UTI, Strep, Necrotizing fasciitis, TB
What is the purpose/use of contrast?
Improve the contrast between enhancing and non-enhancing structures.
Bradycardia.
List the 3 types of shock.
Hypovolemic, Cardiogenic, Distributive
What is immobilization?
act of rendering the patient immobile
Give an example of a viral disease.
HIV, Hepatitis, Rhinovirus, Flu, Varicella
Which form of IV contrast does not form Ions?
Non-ionic contrast
Urticaria.
Hives
List the 3 types of distributive shock.
Give a few reasons to immobilize a patient.
Motion - under the influence, children, Parkinsons, medication, shock, inadequate communication with the patient
Give an example of diseases associated with airborne precautions.
TB, Small Pox, Varicella, COVID 19
List 3 common reactions to IV contrast.
Cystoureothrography.
Which type of shock is the most deadly and why?
Anaphylactic is most deadly due to the histamine response
List a few types of child immobilization.
Touch of a contaminated object
List some IV contrast contraindications.
Anaphylactic iodine/shellfish allergy, kidney problems, uncontrolled diabetes with kidney compromise, some cancers, anuria
Bradypnea.
Abnormally slow breathing
List a few clinical manifestations of moderate Anaphylactic Shock.
Urticaria, Dyspnea, cough, wheezing, bronchospasm, edema of the airways
List a few immobilization devices for adults.
Sand bangs, head clamps, straps, leather restraints, backboards, c-collars, traction splints, tape
How far do droplet diseases travel?
3ft
What oral contrast should be given if there is a possible bowel obstruction? and why?
Iodinated - gastroview/gastrographin because it is water soluble
Bronchospasm
Smooth muscle contractions in the airway
Define hypovolemic shock and give some common causes.
significant decrease in volume of blood - hemmorhage, burns, prolonged vomitting, diarrhea, or medications
What is necessary for a child to be placed in a pigg-o-stat?
They must be able to hold their head/neck up