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nurs283 finalUN definition of family Basic Unit of Society structural-functional approach to fam allows the nurse to view the family from a HOLISTIC PERSPECTIVE-- and to see fam dynamics, forces that affect it (internal and external forces) Brainpower Read More 0:03 / 0:15 What is your primary goal as a nurse when you are assessing a family obtain as much significant data as possible define the family's health status clearly Type of Family Nuclear Extended

(1) SELF-CARE/SLEEP define stress inability to cope with perceived (real or imagined) demands define and give examples of situational stress not commonly expected, difficult to adapt and overcome examples: - trauma, serious illness, tragedy define and give examples developmental stress expected/normal part of coping in life examples: - pregnancy, children leaving home, empty nesting, caring for elderly parents (sandwiching)

BP meds ((lisinopril, metoprolol, valsartan, etc) DANGLE patient on the side of the bed before rising and to change positions slowly to prevent orthostatic hypotension! Epoetin Alfa stimulates RBC production; used to treat anemia and on patient's during chemotherapy; **increases Hgb as an expected result of the medication. **MONITOR for signs of HTN, stroke, blood clots and myocardial infarction.(stroke) Neupogen (filgrastim): bone marrow stimulant produces WBC's WATCH for INCREASE i...

Nurs283: Exam #1(1) SELF-CARE/SLEEP - correct answer define stress - correct answer inability to cope with perceived (real or imagined) demands define and give examples of situational stress - correct answer not commonly expected, difficult to adapt and overcome examples: - trauma, serious illness, tragedy define and give examples developmental stress - correct answer expected/normal part of coping in life examples: - pregnancy, children leaving home, empty nesting, caring fo...

NURS283 Quiz 4Skin of older adults - correct answer - Decreased elasticity & becomes thinner (less collagen) - Dryer (less sebum and sweat production) - Healing slows (reduced circulation) - Liver spots & skin tags Risk Factors For Poor Wound Healing - correct answer - Impaired circulation - Impaired immune function - Diabetes - Inadequate nutrition - Obesity - Consistent exposure to moisture - Smoking - Age Risk Factors For Poor Wound Healing - Impaired Circulation - Arterial ...

NURS283 Quiz 3Electrolyte - Definition - correct answer A substance that conducts electricity by the movement of ions and is decomposed in the process Electrolyte Ranges - correct answer Sodium: 135-145 meq/L Potassium: 3.5-5 meq/L Magnesium: 1.3-2.1 meq/L Calcium: 9-10.5 mg/dL Phosphate: 3.0-4.5 mg/dl (inverse with Ca) Why are the elderly more susceptible to dehydration? - correct answer They have less lean muscle mass and less water reserve; thirst response mechanism is reduced 1...

ATI_OB Practice Test Bank. 1. A nurse is assessing a client who has gestational diabetes mellitus and is experiencing hyperglycemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. reports increased urinary output 2. A nurse is caring for a client who is at 22 weeks of gestation and is HIV positive. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. report the client's condition to the local health department 3. A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a new...

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