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Nursing Fundamentals Theory

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






2. Retention with leakage that exceeds bladder capacity






3. - 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






4. 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






5. Stool production will usually not begin for a few days after surgery - surgery inhibits peristalsis - patient has been NPO - enemas to cleanse prior - Mucus may be passed from stoma prior to production of stool - Colostomy may require irrigation






6. I & O - monitor for fluid volume deficit or overload - Bladder distention - assess by palpating above pubic symphysis if patient has not voided within 8 hrs after surgery or if patient has been voiding frequently in amounts less than 50 mL






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






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

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9. Wash gently with gauze or clean cloth & water - Pat dry






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






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






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






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






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






15. Brings large intestine to surface Can be created anywhere along large intestine - Consistency of stool depends on how far stool travels through colon before diversion - May be able to train bowel to evacuate at same time each day - if solid stool






16. Collect from specimen port on drainage tubing - Cleanse with alcohol & use sterile syringe to pull out urine - Collect urine only from upper tubing - never from drainage bag - Urinalysis - collect 30 mL; Culture & Sensitivity (C&S) - collect 10 mL -






17. Delay or problem starting urinary stream






18. Should be moist & red or pink if circulation is adequate - Pale or bluish indicates problem - bleeds easily (mucosa) but amount is minimal - Very edematous at first - but will shrink down to normal size as healing occurs (6-8 weeks) - Protrude above






19. Containing or mixed with blood






20. Provide specific instructions about kinds of healthcare that should be provide or forgone






21. Need to void without ability to hold or delay






22. Specific signs & symptom






23. A natural habitat of an organism (Ex: other humans - animals - soil - inanimate objects - water - milk - food)






24. 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






25. ability to break down nitrogen to excrete






26. Personal emotional involvement - Need to explore own beliefs about death - Burn - out from work in areas of frequent death - Critical Care - ER - Hospice - Long Term Care






27. Maintain patient confidentiality within legal & regulatory parameters - Act as patient advocates - Deliver care in nonjudgmental manner & are sensitive to diversity - Deliver care that protects patient autonomy - dignity - & rights - Seek available






28. Point of escape of the organism from the reservoir (Ex: Respiratory - GI - Genitourinary - break in skin)






29. Plantlike organisms - molds (Ex: Athlete's foot - Ringworm)






30. Bladder - nervous system damage






31. Urinary retention - inability to empty bladder






32. Act for patient without their consent; Overrides patient autonomy; Nurse decides What is in best interest of patient






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






34. Should be cut 1/8 inch larger than stoma to protect skin & avoid stoma rub - may use charcoal or other deodorizer in bag to control odor - Bismuth subgallate oral also controls odor






35. To remove a diseased body part (Ex: appendectomy - amputation)






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






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






38. Stool production will usually not begin for a few days after surgery - surgery inhibits peristalsis - patient has been NPO - enemas to cleanse prior - Mucus may be passed from stoma prior to production of stool - Colostomy may require irrigation to






39. Only in animal products






40. Keep promises






41. 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






42. 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






43. Code of ethics; accountability






44. Increase venus return and helps prevent complications of thrombophlebitis & resultant emboli






45. 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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46. 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






47. 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






48. 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






49. Incontinence in child after toilet control expected






50. Combination of Power of Attorney for Healthcare & Living Will