Question | Answer |
What are the four modes of RAM? | 1) Physiological
2) Psychosocial
-Self concept
-Role function
-Interdependence |
Physiological mode | Physiological, Safety, love/belonging, esteem, self-actualization |
What are the 8 components of Physiological mode? | 1)Oxygenation
2) Fluid & electrolyte
3) Nutrition
4) Elimination
5) Activity & Rest
6) Protection
7) Neurosensory
8) Endocrine |
Oxygenation Mode | -basic vital need; need oxygen balance at all times; "ABCs" |
Fluid & Electrolytes | -Important mode for fluid balance
-circulation of fluid volume
-electrolyte balance important for homeostasis
-Assess GU and GI tract
-conditions that may lead to ineffective behaviors: gastric ulcers, too much acidity, obstruction in bowels,tumor |
Nutrition Mode | -Calorie intake and balance
-Essential for tissue repair and basic energy needs
-No nutrition leads to major infection, bone decay, skin pressure ulcers |
Elimination Mode | -Healthy bowel & bladder programs
-Regulation of waste
-Conditions that may disrupt one's routine? Benign prostate hypertrophy & UTI |
Rest & Activity Mode | -Assessment of musculoskeletal system
(Bones and muscles, Movement, Strength, Stability)
-Vitamin D and calcium helps to activate calcium level |
Protection Mode | -An assessment of the Immune & Integumentary Systems (primary & secondary defence mechanism) |
Neuro Sensory Mode | -Assessment of neuro status: GCS/LOC, Behaviors, speech, cognitive status, motor status
-Pain status
-Sensory Perception |
Endocrine Mode | -Assessment of patient's endocrine function
-thyroid, pituitary problems, adrenal glands |