HESI PN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR EXAM
VERSION 13
Above the knee amputation:
Assist patient to prone position every 4 hours Wrap limb in distal to proximal direction Do not elevate after 48hrs to prevent flexion contractures
Aphasia
Limits ability to communicate Does not affect swallowing and eating
Radiation therapy:
Can wash irradiated area with mild soap and water Avoid applying lotion to irradiated area Diarrhea is an expected side effect
Oxygen therapy:
Apply a water based lubricant to nares as needed
Wear cotton clothes during oxygen therapy because do not cause static electricity Check oxygen equipment daily for proper functioning
Stages of change:
First educate staff members about problem 1 / 2
Develop goals, encourage staff input, and do a trial run of new system or change
Severe preeclampsia:
Blurred vision Facial edema Proteinuria
TB:
Will take medications for 6 months Diet should consist of good amount of iron, protein, and calories No mask needed while in
public Glomerulonephritis:
Proteinuria Decreased GFR Causes increased nitrates in the blood (not urine)
Newborn apnea monitoring:
Remove leads when not monitoring Avoid co-sleeping with baby Do not adjust monitor Make sure alarms can be heard throughout the house Keep monitor outside of the crib
Newborn cold stress:
Axillary temp under 36.5 (97.5)
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