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Hesi Final NR142

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Nursing Assessment for GERD   show
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show small, frequent meals; eliminate irritating foods; sit up while eating & 1 hr after; stop eating 3 hrs before bed; elevate HOB on blocks; teach meds  
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What position should patient be in?   show
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Teaching for GERD   show
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Peptic Ulcer   show
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Causes of PUD   show
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Symptoms of PUD   show
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Potential Complications of PUD   show
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Interventions for PUD   show
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show 1-2 hrs after meals and one hour before bedtime  
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show secondary to rapid entry of hypertonic food into jejunum pulls water out of bloodstream, occurs 5-30 mins post eating; symptom: vertigo, syncope, swewating, pallor, tachycardia;  
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show minimized by small freq meals high protein/low fat/low carb diet; do not consume liquids with meals, do not lie down after eating  
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show salicylates, NSAIDS, corticosteroids in high doses, reserpine, anticoags  
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show dark tarry stools, coffee ground emesis, bright red rectal bleeding, fatigue, pallor, severe abd pain (indicates perforation), Decreased BP, rapid pulse, cool extremities, abd mass/bruit,  
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show Stress can cause or exacerbate ulcers. teach stress reduction & those with family hx must obtain medical follow up  
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Patho of Crohns disease   show
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Assessment of Crohns Disease   show
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interventions for Crohns   show
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Teaching for clients w/crohns   show
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show superficial mucosa of colon causing bowel to narrow, shorten, and thicken. sigmoidoscopy/colonoscopy tests,  
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show 100-200ml/day but filters 8L  
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show diarrhea, abd pain, intermittent tenesmus/rectal bleeding, liquid stools w/blood, mucus & pus, anemia  
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show bowel pattern/Control diarrhea, low residue/low fat/high protein/high cal diet, no dairy, avoid spicy or diarrhea causing foods, I&O, electrolytes, emotional support  
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show depresses so must be given with care & monitored  
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show Inflammed pouches in intestinal wall. can lead to bowel perforation  
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Assessment for Diverticulitis   show
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show constipation altering with diarrhea, abd distention, anorexia, low grade fever  
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NI for Diverticulitis   show
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show adhesions (most common), hernia, intusseception Neurogenic - paralytic ileus, spinal cord lesion; vascular causes  
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show Acute phase-NPO graduating to liquids; recovery phase- no fiber or bowel irritating foods; maintenance-high fiber w/bulk laxatives to prevent pooling of foods & avoid small poorly digested foods such as popcorn, nuts, seeds  
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Bowel Obstruction mechanical vs non mechanical (hesi Hint)   show
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NA for Bowel Obstruction   show
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show alkalotic state if obstruction is high blocking gastric acid secretion; acidotic state if obstruction is low blocking base secretion  
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NI for bowel obstruction   show
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show degeneration of liver tissue causing enlargement d/t alcoholism, viral hepatitis, hepatoxins, infections, congenital abnormalities. Initially hepatomegaly then liver hardens and becomes nodular  
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show hx alcohol or drug use, work hx of exposure to chemicals medication hx of hepatoxic drugs, family hx.  
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NA for cirrhosis - physical   show
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Clinical manifestations of jaundice (hesi hint)   show
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Fetor Hepaticus   show
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treatment of ascites (hesi hint)   show
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show may rupture and cause hemorrhage. insertion of balloon tamponade, vasopressors, vitamin K, coagulation factors and blood transfusions  
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show elevated bilirubin, AST, ALT, alkaline phosphate; decreased Hct, Hgb, albumin  
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Encephalopathy (hesi hint)   show
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Complications of Cirrhosis   show
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show adm vit supplements (ABCK) observe mental status, avoid initiating bleeding (no uncessary sticks, electric razor, soft tooth brush, maintain venipressure 5 mins, check stools for blood, prevent straining w/defecation. restrict protein, skin care  
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NI for cirrhosis (continued)   show
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show lactulose  
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show inflammation of liver cells  
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show known exp (sex, blood, parenteral, oral-fecal) recent transfusions,  
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show homosexual males, iv drug users, piercings/tattoos, living in crowded conditions, health care workers  
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Physical assessment for hepatitis   show
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show provide environment conducive to eating d/t n/v- remove odors, encourage pt to sit up while eating, small frequent meals, antiemetic b4 eating  
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show rest & adequate nutrition, monitor drug therapy d/t drugs being metabolized in liver, do not resume drugs or use OTC during tx for hepatitis w/out dr approval  
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show non bacterial inflammation of pancreas. acute- digestions of the pancreas by its own enzymes d/t alcohol ingestion & biliary tract disease. chronic-progressive destructive w/permanent dysfunction  
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show severe mid epigastric pain radiating to back w/alcohol consumption or fatty meal; abd guarding, rigid boardlike abd, n/v, temp, tachycardia, dcreased bp, bluish flank discoloration or periumbilical area, elevated amylase, lipase or glucose levels  
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show continuous burning or gnawing abd pain, ascites, steatorrhea, diarrhea, weight loss, jaundice, dark urine, s/s of DM  
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NI acute pancreatitis   show
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NI Chronic Pancreatitis   show
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show acute pain located retroperitoneally. any enlargement of pancreas causes the peritoneum to stretch tightly. sitting up or leaning forward reduces pain  
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Hyperthyroidism (graves disease)   show
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show thyroid ablation by medication, radiation, thyoidectomy, adenectomy (removing anterior portion of pituitary (tsh)  
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show enlarged thyroid (goiter), weight loss, diarrhea, heat intolerance, tachycardia, Inc BP, diaphoresis, exopthalmos  
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Labs for Hyperthyroidism   show
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NI for hyperthyroidism   show
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Thyroid storm (hesi hint)   show
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teach for hyperthyroidism   show
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tx for hyperthyroidism   show
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show be prepared for laryngeal edema. trach kit with O2 and suction machine. calcium gluconate accessible; check for bleeding, support neck,  
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calcium implications w/thyroidectomy d/t removal of parathyroid glands (hesi hint)   show
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show monitor calcium level, check for tingling of toes, fingers and circumoral; check for chovsteks & trousseaus sign  
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show can be precipitated by acute illness, withdrawal of meds, anesthesia, sedatives or hypoventilation. airway must be kept patent and ventilator support if needed  
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show weight gain, constipation, bradycardia, fatigue, cold intolerance, thin brittle hair, think brittle nails, goiter, periorbital edema.  
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show medication regimen, effects, s/s of myxedema coma, 3L fluid intake, increase activity, high fiber diet. avoid sedation (leads to resp distress)  
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show autoimmune disorder - lack of cortisol, aldosterone & androgens. diagnosis made by ACTH stimulation test.  
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Teaching in Addisons' disease (hesi hint)   show
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show fatigue, weakness, weight loss, anorexia, postural hypotension, hypOglycemia, hypOnatremia, HypErkalemia, hyperpigmentation, alopecia (loss of body hair), hypovolemia  
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NI for Addisons disease   show
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show sudden withdrawal of steroids or stress. vascular collapse - fast IV of fluids; IV glucose for hypOglycemia, essential to administer Hydrocortisone and aldosterone replacement  
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show excess adrenocorticoid caused by chronic corticosteroid administration, adrenal, pituitary or hypothalamus tumors  
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show moon face, buffalo hump, truncal obesity, abd stiae, muscle atrophy, hirsuitism, hyperpigmentation, amenorrhea, thinning of skin  
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Lab findings in Cushings   show
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show protect from infection, monitor for s/s of infection, teach safety measures, low sodium diet, encourage vit D & calcium, wean from steroids.  
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show teach clients to take steroids with meals to prevent gastric irritation. dont skip doses,  
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show glucose >350, ketonuria, venous PH 6.8-7.2  
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TX of DKA   show
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non ketotic hyperosmolar hyperglycemia   show
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show isotonic IV fluids, IV insulin (if needed)  
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Why do diabetics have trouble with wound healing? (hesi hint)   show
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show indicates glucose control over previous 120 days (life of red blood cells). valuable measure of diabetic  
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show lift skin/90degree angle; refrig or room temp (28 days); rotate injection sites, clear(reg) before cloudy)  
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show carb counting/exchange lists; time meals to med peak times; 55-60% carbs/12-15% protein/ 30% or less fat. choose complex carbs, fiber low fat. Bedtime snack prevent insulin reaction to long acting insulin peaks.  
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show keep taking insulin; monitor glucose more frequently, watch for hypEr glycemia  
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Body response to illness & stress regarding Blood sugar (hesi hint)   show
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show regular non strenuous exercise; after mealtime & with someone; snack might be needed before or during exercise;  
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what to do if unable to determine if client is hypO or hypEr glycemic (hesi hint)   show
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Rapid acting insulin (humalog/novolog)   show
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Short Acting (regular)   show
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show 1-2hr onset, 6-12 hr peak; mix with rapid acting  
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show 4-8hr onset, 14-20 hr peak, once daily @bedtime, do not mix  
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show 3 P's, blurred vision (type2), weaknness, weight loss, syncope  
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Tx of hypErglycemia   show
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S/S of hypOglycemia   show
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tx of of hypOglycemia   show
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show provides tight glucose control to prevent long term complications; monitor before meals, bedtime and when symptoms occur; record results and report to provider  
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show checked daily, washed with mild soap & warm water dried well esp between toes; moisturize but not between toes; clean socks, nails filed straight across.  
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Urinary tract obstruction-BPH   show
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show TURP  
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show increaed freq of voiding; nocturia, dribbling, hesitancy, decrease size/force of stream, acute urinary retention, bladder distention  
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Bladder spasm with Turp (hesi hint)   show
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show use only sterile saline to prevent cellular fluid shifts  
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Drainage after TURP   show
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Prostate Cancer   show
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NA for prostate cancer   show
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show rest with scrotal elevation, application of ice, admin of analgesics and antibiotics. Treat partner if bacterial, mumps vaccine, nsaids or antiinflammatories  
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show decreased hormone levels after the removal. Avoid sexual activity for 2-4 weeks after surgery, avoid lifting heavy weights or strenuous activity, s/s of infection. Increase fluids & high fiber diet to avoid constipation. Will also need follow up appt  
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Identify nursing assessments related to toxic shock syndrome (TSS)?   show
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Uterine Prolapse   show
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show relaxation of anterior vaginal wall with prolapse of bladder  
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Rectocele   show
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Benign Tumors - uterine   show
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Cervical cancer   show
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Hesi hints for Cervical cancer   show
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show transmission precautions; isolation (provide support); leadlined container; client must remain in bed; limit time with client  
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ovarian cancer   show
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