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Nursing Fundamentals Theory

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1. Medications - narcotics - iron preparations - chronic use of stimulant laxatives - antibiotics - Constipation or diarrhea is common side effect of meds Treat Constipation: - increasing fiber - fluids - activity - allowing time daily - may use bulk






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






3. Early signs & symptoms are present but are often vague & nonspecific; patient does not realize he is contagious






4. Recovery period; returns to a healty state; feeling better






5. 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






6. provided for people with limited life expectancy - often in the home - focuses on the needs of the dying - comfort & dignity; encompasses biomedical - psychosocial - & spiritual aspects






7. Lab / Screenings - Chest x- ray - is there fluid or anything pressing on the heart? - ECG - heart health - circulatory - ischemia - CBC - WBC's - infection - RBC's - platelets - bleeding time - Chemistry profile - Urinalysis






8. Health history & physical assessment within 24 hrs of surgery to identify risk factors & allergies - Identifying medications & treatments patient is currently receiving - surgery cancels all prior medication orders (Ex: no cumadin - Plavix - aspirin






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

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

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11. Frequency & amount of stools - history of diarrhea - constipation - impaction - Any abnormality of stool appearance - Use of laxatives or enemas - Dietary habits - food allergies - fluids - fiber - Amount of activity & exercise - Medications - Stress






12. To make or confirm a diagnosis (Ex: breast biopsy - laparoscopy)






13. Process by which healthcare providers give appropriate - uninterrupted care & facilitate the patient's transition between different setting & levels of care - Teaching patient & family - self - care - medications - Involve patient & family in care p






14. Rapid onset - lasts short period of time






15. ability to break down nitrogen to excrete






16. Activity - movement stimulates intestinal muscle action = peristalsis - abdominal & pelvic muscle exercises to maintain tone for intra - abdominal pressure






17. supports & immobilizes a body part - helps a surgical incision helps with comfort and pain.






18. 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






19. Health - state of complete physical - mental - & social well being - not merely the absence of disease - Wellness - active state - oriented toward maximizing the potential of the individual






20. Oxygen; skin color - V/S - mental responsiveness; Intake & elimination of fluids;I & O - skin turgor - weight - mucous membranes; Food;weight - muscle mass - labs; Temperature;Physical activity;Rest & sleep

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21. Need to void without ability to hold or delay






22. Storing & recalling of new knowledge (brain)






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

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






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






26. Anatomical position - Removal of soiled dressings & tubes - Who will bathe the body? - Identification tags - Personal items - Order to release body / mortuary notification - Special handling for communicable disease






27. - 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






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






29. Keep promises






30. Obtaining complete proteins - soy products






31. Liquids can have color but must be able to see through (Coffee is ok) - No milk products - Nutritionally inadequate over time - Used as preparation for surgery - diagnostic studies - post - operative advancement - Hydrates - rests GI tract - N






32. Felt by person but intangible to others (Ex: loss of youth - independence)






33. Respect values & beliefs - Role change - Body image change - Encourage to set attainable goals - Facilitate support from family / friends






34. Sterile technique; practices that render & keep objects & areas free from microorganisms






35. Improves venus return - respiratory function - & peristalsis - relieves skin pressure. Patient should practice before surgery






36. 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






37. Physical - genetic inheritance - age - developmental level - race - & gender - Emotional - how the mind affects body function & responds to body conditions - Intellectual - cognitive abilities - educational background - & past experiences - Environme






38. Current Trends in Nursing - Nursing shortage - Evidence - based practice - Community- based nursing - Decreased length of hospital stay - Aging population - Increase in chronic care conditions - Independent nursing practice - Culturally competent ca






39. Build - up of fat - cholesterol & calcium on inside of artery walls - Leads to hardening of walls with loss of elasticity or ability to expand fully - Plaque build up roughens walls so clotting factors can stick to walls - Plaque narrows lumen of art






40. Retards growth of organisms & is bacteriostatic






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






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






43. Inability to empty bladder






44. Personal habits - Defecate at the same time each day - Privacy & time allotment - Positioning - sitting upright with feet on ground






45. Permanent change - cause is irreversible alterations in normal anatomy & physiology - require long period of care






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






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






48. Incontinence in child after toilet control expected






49. Do - not - resuscitate - an order specifying that there be no attempt to resuscitate a patient in the event of cardiopulmonary arrest - Nurse is obligated to attempt CPR if there is no DNR order - Nurse should clarify the patient's code status: if th

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50. Diet - should include adequate fiber or bulk - Whole grains - fruits - vegetables - legumes - Eating at regular intervals helps stimulate peristalsis (gastrocolic reflex) - Food allergies or food poisoning may lead to diarrhea - Some foods cause