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Temp norms ch24

Fundamentals of Nursing Lippincot

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What is the normal Temp Orally 37.0*C/98.6*F
What is the normal Temp rectally? 37.5*C/99.5*F (This is a core temp)
What is the normal Temp measured at the axillary? 36.5*C/97.6*F
What is the normal Temp at the tympanic? 37.5*/99.5*F (This is a core temp)
What is the normal Temp taken from the forehead? 34.4*C/94.0*F
What is it called if body temp is normal for at least a day, but then fever returns Relapsing fever
What are crisis and lysis Crisis—fever returns to normal suddenly Lysis—fever returns to normal gradually
Does having a fever effect heart rate Yes, it will cause it to increase. Prolonged application of heat will also cause an increase
What effect does poor oxygenation of the blood (ie. Chronic pulmonary disease or anemia) have on HR It will cause it to increase
When would it be necessary to administer atropine An an emergency when the patient is experiencing bradycardia, with difficult breathing, changes in consciousness, decreased blood pressure, ECG changes, and angina. The nurse must report this immediately.
What does it mean for a pulse to be “bounding” That the pulsation is strong and does not disappear with moderate pressure.
Where is the apical pulse located Between the 5th and 6th ribs about 8cm (3 in) to the left of the median line and slightly below the nipple
When is the apical pulse used When a peripheral pulse is difficult to assess accurately b/c it is irregular, feeble, or extremely rapid
What is a pulse deficit When there is a difference between the apical and radial pulse rates—it indicates that not all of the heartbeats are reaching the peripheral arteries (they are too weak to be palpated).
What is the most powerful respiratory stimulant An increase in CO₂
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