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Nursing Fundamentals Theory

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1. 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

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2. 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






3. 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






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






5. Primary commitment to the patient; Priority is good of individual patient rather than society in general;Evaluation of competing claims of patient's autonomy & patient well - being






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






7. ability to break down nitrogen to excrete






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






9. Delay or problem starting urinary stream






10. Integration of mental & muscular activity (physical)






11. Obtaining complete proteins - soy products






12. 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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13. 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






14. Urinary retention - inability to empty bladder






15. Complete lack of control over urination






16. 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






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






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






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






20. Difficulty or painful urination






21. North American Nursing Diagnosis Association is a way to define what nurses can diagnose in the nursing realm & a way to find interventions & outcomes. Nursing Diagnosis must be a NAndA approved diagnosis - NIC - Nursing Interventions Classification






22. 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






23. 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






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






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






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






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






29. Inability to delay need to urinate






30. Equal care & rights for all






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






32. Backrubs- Warm / cold compresses - Auditory / visual stimuli - TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) - Acupuncture - Placebos - Analgesics - Endorphins - natural analgesic activated by stress & pain - Medications - IV - PO - PCA - Epidu






33. 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






34. Body part or function






35. Keep promises






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






37. Salmonella bacillus from raw eggs or chicken - Bacterial enteropathogens - viruses - or parasites - cause Traveler's diarrhea - Undercooked meat






38. Patient's voluntary agreement to undergo a procedure or treatment after receiving the following information in layman's terms: Description of procedures & potential alternatives - Underlying disease process & its course - Name & qualifications of per

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






40. Helps increase lung volume & inflation of alveoli which Facilitates venus return; Practice prior to surgery






41. - 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






42. - Allow to verbalize feelings - fears - Do not leave alone - Include family






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






44. Dysuria - urinary frequency or urgency - cloudy urine with foul odor






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






46. 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






47. Regular exercise






48. - 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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49. 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






50. Can be harmful if taken in large amounts - All nutrients work with others to promote good health - Adding large amounts of one vitamin can make the body believe it is deficient in another vitamin - Food is the best source of nutrients - Supplements s