NUR 242 Medical-Surgical Nursing Concepts
Exam 1
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Red skin
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stroke or increase in bp
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white (pallor) skin
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shock or hemorrhage
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blue skin
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respiratory or cardiac arrest
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sudden increase of confusion
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think UTI hypoxia electrolyte imbalance
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special considerations for older adults (50 and up)
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decrease tolerance of meds skin breakdown nutritional status (albumin & total protein) increase risk of falls decrease in balance
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dominant
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strongest, 50%
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recessive
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25%
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sex linked recessive
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gene carried on X chromosome
Ex: hemophilia and color blindness
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complex familial clustering
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family hx
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genetic testing benefits
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confirms dx or risk assists w/ care plan 3 / 4
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genetic testing risks
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results do not change psychologic effect
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unlicensed personnel must report
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new redness to the nurse promptly
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wheels on walkers
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only there when pt has upper body weakness
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canes and walkers
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should only be given when medically necessary/physical indication
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