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Nursing Fundamentals Theory

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1. Binds fat & cholesterol to decrease absorption into bloodstream from GI tract






2. Social support systems - Community healthcare structure - Economic resources - Environmental factors - Nursing in the community






3. To restore function to traumatized or malfunctioning tissue (Ex: plastic surgery - breast reconstruction - skin graft)






4. Benefit the patient.






5. A tool nurses use to think critically - solve problems - & evaluate the way they care for patients. Dynamic - systematic or ever changing - depending on patient & all variables that impact patient - Helps nurse think about outcomes for patients & is






6. Works to stimulate peristalsis by distending & irritating bowel - Used to remove stool and/or flatus - relieve constipation or fecal impaction - prevent escape of fecal material during surgical procedures - promote visualization of GI tract by radiog






7. Retention with leakage that exceeds bladder capacity






8. Deep breathing (TCDB - Turn - Cough - Deep Breathing) - During surgery - cough reflex is suppresses - mucus accumulates - & lungs do not ventilate fully. After surgery - respirations are less effective due to anesthesia - pain meds - & pain - hyperv






9. Difficulty or painful urination






10. Acceptable environment for an infectious agent






11. Changes in attitude - values - feelings (emotional)






12. Smallest of all microorganisms - visible only with an electron microscope (Ex: common cold - AIDS)






13. Gradual withdrawal of mechanical ventilation from a patient with a terminal illness or an irreversible condition with a poor prognosis.






14. In the case of cardiopulmonary or respiratory arrest - calling a code & resuscitating the patient are to be delayed until these measures will be ineffectual.






15. Inability to get to toilet in time or inability to recognize need to urinate






16. Cultural - views on healthcare - Environmental - access to healthcare - Socioeconomic - financial resources - insurance - Physical - mobility






17. Two or more clear moral principles apply but support mutually inconsistent courses of action






18. Understanding & Acceptance: Involve family / friends in patient care - Establish trusting relationship - Refer to support groups

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19. Nurse knows the right thing to do but factors make it difficult to follow correct course of action.






20. Goal of treatment is a comfortable dignified death & that further life - sustaining measures are no longer indicated.






21. Helps remove mucus & is usually taught with deep breathing (esp. important for patients with increased risk of respiratory complications)






22. Timed specimen collections (24- hour specimen): obtain correct container & preservative or ice if needed - Instruct patient/family about collection - Begin with empty bladder - end with empty bladder - Have patient void before beginning - Have patien






23. Degree of resistance the potential host has to the pathogen






24. Hand Hygiene - Wash - before & after touching patient; before & after wearing gloves - Alchohol - based handrubs - if hands are not visibly soiled - Soap & water - if hands are visibly soiled or contaminated with blood or body fluids; wash for 15 sec






25. Reach full potential through development of capabilities - Continues throughout life: Acceptance of self & others as they are -






26. Risk factors for illness - Factors in the human dimensions that influence health - illness status - Beliefs and practice - Basic human needs - Self - concept






27. Retards growth of organisms & is bacteriostatic






28. Lifestyle - Psychosocial - Environmental - Developmental - Biologic risks






29. Uses reagent substances to detect the enzyme peroxidase in the hemoglobin molecule






30. Developmental considerations - child has limited understanding but needs to grieve - Family - Who has died - Socioeconomics - financial burden or loss; Cause of Death - Culture - Gender - Religion






31. Regular exercise






32. - Peel fruits & vegetables - Eat dry foods & foods that are piping hot & cooked thoroughly - avoid tap water - ice cubes - fruit juice - fresh salads - unpasteurized dairy products - cold sauces & toppings - open buffets - & undercooked or reheate

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33. Delay or problem starting urinary stream






34. identify factors that may place the patient at greater risk for complications during & after surgery - often conducted several days before surgery as part of pre - operative laboratory screening & teaching






35. Assess for: - illness - fever - fatigue - N/V - medications - can alter taste or decrease appetite (chemo - steroids) - poor fitting dentures - no teeth - bad teeth - mouth problems - lesions - inflamed mucosa - pain - dislike of certain foods - unfa






36. Procedure that is preplanned & based on the patient's choice & availability of scheduling for the patient - surgeon - & facility; Non - urgent; does not have to be done immediately






37. 1. Denial & Isolation 2. Anger 3. Bargaining 4. Depression 5. Acceptance

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38. Recognized by others as well as patient (Ex: loss of job - spouse)






39. - Skin care - clean & dry - Oral & nasal care q 2 hr - Turn & reposition q 2 hr - Pain control - Maintain nutrition & hydration - Patent airway - Vision may diminish - control lighting in the room






40. Result of natural development






41. Improves musculoskeletal system - Improves cardiovascular function - Improves circulation - tissues get oxygen & nutrients - Promotes relaxation

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42. Most significant & most commonly observed infection - causing agents in healthcare institutions






43. Cholesterol: Heredity is biggest factor in how body produces - handles - & excretes cholesterol - Type & amount of fat in diet - Saturated fats: carry cholesterol and stimulate liver to make cholesterol - Higher fat diets can elevate cholesterol blo






44. Ensure that food is safe for consumption & prepared & stored properly - Never purchase food with damaged packaging - Take items that require refrigeration home immediately - Never use raw eggs in any form - Cook ground meat thoroughly; should not hav






45. Hematest & guaiac test are chemical tests commonly used - False - positive results - from ingesting red meat - animal liver & kidneys - salmon - tuna - mackerel & sardines - tomatoes - cauliflower - horseradish - turnips - melon - bananas - & soybean






46. Mixture of serum & red blood cells






47. Concern for the welfare of others; patient advocacy; respect for other cultures - perspectives






48. Inability to delay need to urinate






49. no harsh or abrasive cleansers - use mild soap & water - dry gently - use skin protectant products to toughen area & protect from irritating stool






50. Brings small intestine to surface - usually the ileum - stool is always liquid - may drain liquid stool without any control OR - can create inverted nipple & pouch 'continent ostomy' so stool is retained until catheter is inserted to drain OR - diver