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Nursing Fundamentals Theory

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1. Altered self - image






2. Role modeling - discussion - panel discussion - audiovisual materials - role playing - printed materials






3. Bladder - nervous system damage






4. Two - piece bag may be used - face plate attaches to skin around stoma - bag attaches to face plate - easy to remove & empty bag without disturbing seal on skin - bag is changed only when it leaks or seal is lost - opening in karaya should be cut 1/8






5. Fluid intake - at least 2000 mL daily






6. Must be done immediately to preserve life - a body part - or function






7. Patients who require in - hospital care are more acutely ill or injured than in the past - Length of stay has decreased; Often leads to re - admissions - Nurses in hospitals must have knowledge & skills to perform complex care to very ill patients






8. Regular exercise






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






10. 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






11. skin should be intact - free of redness - Watch for any irritation - rash - signs of infection - Erosion around stoma can cause stoma to become flat or indented






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






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






14. Inspect






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






16. Provide information on What is happening - Provide private area to grieve - Allow family time alone with patient before & after death - if so desired - Assist with contacting mortician - May attend funeral services

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17. Leakage when coughing - sneezing - or increased intra - abdominal pressure






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






19. 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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20. Difficulty or painful urination






21. 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






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






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






24. Right of self - determination; informed choices for patients - right to choose






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






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






27. Inability to swallow - Pitting edema - Decreased GI & GU activity - Incontinence - Loss of motion - sensation - reflexes - Elevated temp but cold - clammy skin - Cyanosis - Lowered BP - Noisy - irregular respirations - Cheyne - Stokes - May






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






29. Interval between pathogen's invasion of the body & the appearance of symptoms; organisms are growing & multiplying






30. Legal document that protects patient - physician - & healthcare institution - Person who is performing procedure (physician) is responsible for securing consent & explaining procedure to patient - Nurse signs as a witness - signifying that patient si

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31. Keep promises






32. Loss that is yet to come






33. 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






34. 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






35. Statement of ethical obligations & duties of every person who enters practice of nursing; Non - negotiable ethical standard; Expression of nursing's own understanding of commitment to society






36. 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






37. - 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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38. 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






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






40. Composed of white blood cells - liquefied dead tissue debris - & dead & live bacteria






41. Appoints an agent that the person trusts to make decisions in the event of subsequent incapacity.






42. 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






43. Storing & recalling of new knowledge (brain)






44. Containing or mixed with blood






45. 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






46. 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






47. Result of natural development






48. Must be done within a reasonably short time frame to preserve health - but is not an emergency.






49. Mixture of serum & red blood cells






50. Result of unpredictable event (Ex: injury - disaster)