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What are some nursing care for a pt that has epistaxis monitor for bleeding tilt the head forward and apply pressure for 10 minutes if pt begins to swallow repeatedly inspect the throat for bleeding note the amount of blood and color monitor vital signs and hemoglobin
what meds should be avoided in clients with COPD Antitussive agents beta blockers
client with Lower respiratory tract infection and having difficulty expectorating secretions what should you do as the nurse humidified oxygen elevate head of bed increase fluids chest pt encourage deep breathing ad coughing administer med (expectorants)
Manifestations of a UTI voiding urgency, frequency and burning sensation flank pain change in urine color foul urine odor confusion of change in mental status in older adult
What would be in the UA would represent a uti WBC
stress incontinence caused by laughing, coughing, sneezing
Urge incontinence abrupt and strong desire to void " unable to make it to the bathroom in time"
Overflow incontinence dribbling of urine and an abrupt and strong desire to void
Disability associated incontinence inability to get to the toilet because of environmental barriers, physical limitations, loss of memory or disorientation
effects of aging on the renal system decreased filtration efficiency of the kidneys affects the body's ability to eliminate drugs decreased renal function slows the excretion of certain medications, so they remain in the body longer
diet considerations for client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) Low sodium diet daily fluid restriction no more that 3 liters low phosphorus
nursing care for a client with diabetes insipidus (DI) monitor daily wt, I and o's, and urine specific gravity monitor for restlessness or weakness increased oral fluids make sure pt wears medical alert bracelet
manifestations of hypocalcemia altered mental status hyperactive deep tendon reflexes increased GI motility positive Trousseau sign positive Chvostek sign
Medications to treat hypocalcemia Iv calcium gluconate and calcium chloride
what adventitious breath sound is associated with an airway obstruction and what does it sound like Stridor high pitched, harsh sound heard on inspirating
What is a water deprivation test it happens when you withhold fluids and monitor weight, urine output, and urine concentration
what is Addison disease a long‑lasting condition where the adrenal glands (on top of the kidneys) are damaged and can’t make enough important hormones, especially cortisol and aldosterone, which the body needs to function properly.
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