Asepsis and Infection Control
What is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infection?
What is hand hygiene / handwashing
what is sepsis?
what is a life-threatening response to infection, causing organ dysfunction or failure
antibiotics are effectice against which type of organism
what are bacteria
what is the main syptom of cataracts
what is cloudy or blurred vision
after cataract surgery, what should the client avoid?
bending. lifting, or straining to prevent increased inctraocular pressure
sterile technique is used for which type of procedures
what are invasive procedures or those entering a sterile body cavity (catheter insertion, dressing changes for open wounds)
which vital sign change is an early indicator of sepsis
what is increased heart rate or fever (BP is late)
why should patients complete their full course of antibiotics
what is to prevent antiotic resistance and recurrance of infection
glaucoma causes vision loss due to damage to which structure
optic nerve
how should eye drops be administered to ensure proper absorption
instill the drops into the conjunctival sac without touching the eye
contact precautions are required for which type of infections
What are infections spread by direct or indirect contact, such as MRSA or C. difficile?
what lab test is commonly elevated in sepsis
what is lactic acid (lactate)
What should be avoided when taking tetracycline?
dairy products
what is a common finding in diabetic retinopathy (inside the eye)
bleeding or leading of blood vessels in the retina
what teaching is important for a client with glaucoma
take prescribed eye drops for life to prevent vision loss
When removing PPE, which item should be removed first?
What are gloves
what is the nurses priority action when sepsis is suspected
what is notify the provider immediately and begin iv fluids and cultures before antibiotics
what adverse reaction should the nurse monitor for with amonoglycosides like genatmicin
ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity
which eye disorder is a medical emergency due to sudden increase in intraocular pressure
acute angle-closure glaucoma
what is the priority nursing diagnosis for a client with impaired vision
what is risk for injury related to visual impairment