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Medical assessment focuses on __________ & __________
Disease & pathology
Health assessment = __________ & __________ exam
History and physical
Nursing assessment is on f_________ abilities & _________ responses to _________ & other stressors
Functional, physical, illness
In an individual or community you assess physical, _________, _________, s_____________, & _________ status
Mental, spiritual, socioeconomic, cultural
The purpose of a health assessment is to: Gather a __________ history Develop a nursing __________ and __________ plan __________ client problems __________ nursing care
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The physical exam is used to gather __________ data; supplement, __________, or refute data; confirm & __________ nursing diagnoses; make __________ judgements; & __________ __________ of care
baseline data; supplement, confirm or refute data; confirm & indentify; clinical judgements; evaluate outcomes
Gathering a health history requires that you __________ with the client
Communicate
Physical assessment allows a nurse to individualize a _______ of _______
Plan of care
During the evaluation phase, nurses can __________, __________, or __________ nursing interventions as clients achieve their outcomes & goals
Revise, amend, or discontinue
Physical assessments allow the nurse to __________ the status of an identified problem and __________ for other health problems
Monitor, screen
An assessment allows you to __________ with patients and __________ external behaviors
Communicate, observe
T/F: Culture influences a clients behavior
True
What should be considered when considering culture sensitivity? (5)
Health beliefs, CAM, nutrition, relationships with family, and personal comfort zone
T/F: When you discover a client is of a particular culture you should stereotype them to that culture
False
Men tolerate pain better than women is an example of...
Gender bias
When culture beliefs are unsafe what should you do? Give an example.
Educate the client on the unsafe practice- do not give advice. Seek alternatives. The candles in the hospital- Use fake candles
T/F: In an effort to save time during the examination some assessments can take place during routine care.
True- Vitals, bathing, ROM, ADL's are things that can be assessed over a period of time without the client even noticing
What are the 3 types of examinations?
Comprehensive, focused, ongoing
What is a comprehensive examination entail? When would you do a comprehensive exam?
Complete health history interview (including the history of family members) and a head-to-toe physical. Provides guidance for planning care. Annual physical, upon admin to inpatient, 1st home health visit.
What does a focused examination entail?
Focusing the assessment on the problem presented by the patient. If they have stomach pain your not going to check ROM. Not concerned with overall health. Emergency situation. Rapid assessment.
What does an ongoing assessment entail?
Performed as needed to assess patient status after an initial baseline full assessment. Evaluates client outcomes- e.g. pain relief Reflects the dynamic state of the client.
What should the nurse do to prepare before a health assessment? (3)
Theoretical knowledge Self knowledge Knowledge about the client situation
What theoretical knowledge should the nurse have before a health assessment? (4)
A&P Exam equipment- Do you have the proper equipment and do you know how to work it Lung sounds, heart sounds Anatomical landmarks
What self knowledge should the nurse have before a health assessment?
Skill and comfort level when performing an exam Willingness to seek help
What knowledge should the nurse have about the client situation before performing a health assessment? (5)
Purpose of the exam Client diagnosis Does the client have any concerns If it is a focused assessment, what do you need for that focus Review the nursing plan of care
What can the nurse do to prepare the environment for a client before a health assessment? (6)
Privacy- Draping, curtain, door Noise control- Tv/ radio Visualization- Lighting, flashlight Temperature Have all supplies Ask other to leave the room
How can the nurse prepare the client before a health assessment? (5)
Promote client comfort Develop a rapport, trust Explain the procedure Repesct culture differences Use proper positioning
Timing of an assessment is determined by...?
A client's condition and changing status
What are the 5 skills used during an assessment? List them in the proper order. How does the order change when assessing the abdomen?
IPaPeA: Inspection, Palpation, Percussion, Auscultation IAPaPe: Inspection, Auscultation, Palpation, Percussion
An inspection uses __________ & __________ to recognize __________ & __________. This is the __________ of the 5 assessment skills. Ensure there is adequate __________. Position & ________ parts appropriately. Inspect the area for ______, ________, ________, ___________, position, and __________. __________ each part to the other. Pay attention to _______. Examples of inspection include skin color, ______, general __________, & __________.
Vision & hearing Normal & abnormal. Simplest of the 5 assessment skills Lighting Expose body parts appropriately Size, shape, color, symmetry, position, and abnormalities. Compare Details Skin color, gait, general appearance, & behavior.
Palpation is the use of __________ to gather __________. Begin with __________ palpation and progress to ______ palpation. Be gentle and make sure your hands are _______. Examples of palpation include __________, __________, __________ landmarks, and __________ (__________). Edema is __________ & __________ of body tissue. Palpate __________ areas (first/last).
Touch to gather data Light Deep palpation Warm Edema, moisture, anatomical landmarks, and masses (goiter). Swelling & accumulation Sensitive, (last).
Parts of the hand used for palpation: Fingertips: __________ __________ - Skin, swelling, pulses, mass. Dorsum: __________ Palm: __________ area of __________ Grasping: ______ evaluation
Tactile discrimination Temperture General area of pulsation Mass evaluation
Percussion is the use of __________ to produce a __________. __________ determines __________, size, and __________ of structures. Tapping on skin to elicit a __________ can be __________ or __________ (most common). This technique is useful for assessing the __________, _______ and other underlying structures. An example of this would be a __________ __________.
Fingertips, vibration. Sound, location, size, and denisty of structures. Sound, direct or indirect (most common). Abdomen, lungs Distended blatter.
Auscultation is the use of __________ to gather assessment ______. Direct auscultation means to listen _______ an instrument. Indirect mean to listen _______ an instrument. The __________ method uses a stethoscope. The diaphragm of a stethoscope is used to hear _____-________ sounds such as the _______, ______, & __________ The bell of the stethoscope is used to hear _____-________ sounds such as _______ ______ & __________ _______ flow.
Hearing, data. Without With Stethoscope. High-pitched, heart, lungs, & abdomen. Low-pitched, heart murmurs & turbulent blood flow.
The nurse would be able to gather the most complete data about a clients pedal edema using the assessment skill of _________
Palpation
Olfaction is used to identify the _________ and source of _______ odors. Helps to detect _________. Fruity breathe could be a sign of _________.
Identify nature and source of body odors. Helps detect abnormalities Diabetes
Preparation for the exam includes: I PEE-PA _________ control _________ prep of the client _________ _________ _________ prep of the client- To explain _________ of age groups
Infection control
Physical prep of client
Environment
Equipment
Psychological prep of client
Age group assessment
Infants (___ - ___) Age modifications include: Teach the parent about:
1m-1y Parents hold on their lap Normal growth & development- anticipatory guidance
Toddlers (___-___) Allow them to _______ or _________ Save the most _________ procedure for ______ _________ choices Use ______ Allow the child to show their _________ skills
1y-3y Explore, sit on parents lap Invsaive, last Offer Praise Developmental
Preschoolers (___-___) Use a _____ for _________ They may still want _________ _________ Allow the child to _____ with the _________.
4y-5y Doll, demonstation Parental contact Help, exam
School age (___-___) Show _________ and develop a _________ Allow _________ _________ about the workings of the body
6y-12y Approval, rapport Independence Teach
Adolescence (___-___) Provide _________. They are usually self-_________ Use exam to teach about a ______ _________ Screen for _________ & _________ risk Discuss changes from _________ Discuss _________ & _________ behaviors
12y-18y Privacy, conscious Healthy lifestyle Depression, suicide Puberty Sexual, risky
Young/Middle Adults (___-___) Modify in the presence of _______ or ______ illness
19y-40y Acute, chronic
Older adults (___-___+) May need to _________ specially due to decreased mobility Adapt exam to _________ & _________ changes Assess for change in _________ ability Assess for ability to perform _________ Provide a period of _____ if needed ***** the _________ system Be aware of stiff _______ & _______ joints SPICES:
41y-65y+ Position Vision, hearing Physical ADL's Rest Support Muscles, arthritic Sleep disorders, Problems with eating, Incontinence, Confusion, Evidence of falls, Skin breakdown
General survey of the patient begins at _________ _________. You get an _________ impression of the client. _________ of the general survey lead to _________ assessments.
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General survey includes: BAGh HwVMh BtpS
Behavior, Appearance, Grooming/Hygiene Height/Wright, Vitals, Mental health Body type/Posture, Speech See Ch. 19 p. 7 for further details
During the general survey it is important to remember how _________ and _________ may effect your client
Culture Ethnicity
When assessing the skin it is important to assess: ILHN ___________ _________ _______ _______
The purpose is to assess for _________, _________, _________, local _________ damage, and _________. Look for _________, _________, _________, _________, petechiae
Integumentary Lesions Hair Nails
Oxygenation, circulation, nutrition, tissue damage, hydration Cyanosis, pallor, jaundice, erythema
Assessing integumentary temperature: Check the ______ & ______ body. It should be ______ & consistent with with ______ and/or patient _______. If the skin is too warm there could be an issue with ____________/_________. If the skin is too cool there could be poor ___________, _______, ______, and ___________/_________.
Left, right Warm, room temperature, patient activity Hyperthyroid/Hyperthermia Circulation, shock, cold, hypothyroid/hypothermia
Assessing integumentary moisture: Excessive moisture indicates ___________, ___________, ____________, ___________, anxiety Dry skin indicates ___________, ______ ________, ___________, ____ _________, excessive ___________.
Hyperthyroid, hyperthermia, hyperactivity, hyperhidrosis Hypothyroid, renal failure, dehydration, sun exposure, hygiene
Assessing integumentary turgor: Skin should automatically ________. If there is _________ it could be a sign of ___________ or ___________.
Recoil Tenting, dehydration, aging
Lesions on the body are a change in ___________ and a break in ________. Normal lesions include: Mila: _______ ________ from ______ Nevi: ______, _________, ___________ Skin tags: Tags of skin around _________. Striae: _______ _______
Mila: White heads from sweat Nevi: Moles, freckles, birthmarks Skin tags: Tags of skin around creases Striae: Stretch marks
Abnormal lesions: Primary: _________ or _________; ex: ______ Secondary: Develops from _________ as a result of _________, _________, _________, _________; ex: _______ popped from acne Evaluate the SSPCDTTPI ABCDE:
Primary: disease or irritation; ex: acne Secondary: Develops from primary as a result of illness, exposure, injury, infection; ex: crusts popped from acne Evaluate the SSPCDTTPI: Size, shape, pattern, color, distribution, texture, tenderness, pain, itching ABCDE: Asymmetry, Border (regular/irregular), Color, Distribution >0.5cm, Elevation
Assess the hair for: TCDTT _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ If hair is fine and dry this could be an indication of ______________ If hair is fine and silky this could be an indication of ______________ Another name for hair loss is _________ Hair loss could be due to ______, _________, _________, _____
Type Color Distribution Texture Thickness Hypothyroid Hyperthyroid Alopecia Chemo, nutrition, endocrine, age
Assessment of the nails: Clubbing of the nails indicates ____ _____. This could be attributed to chronic _______ disease. This would also cause the nails to be _____ & boggy. Pale/blue nails could indicate _______ or ______ 1/2&1/2 nails could indicate ____ _______ or ________ _________ Mees' lines is a _________ line that indicates a _________ _________ White nails indicate a ______ _________ What for things affect nail shape? TCDH The condition of a nail reflects: (4) Thick nails = _____ _________ Thick with yellow = ______ _____________ Brittle nails = ___________, ___ & ___ deficient
Clubbing of the nails indicates no O2 . This could be attributed to chronic lung disease. This would also cause the nails to be soft & boggy. Pale/blue nails could indicate hypoxia or anemia 1/2&1/2 nails could indicate low albumin or renal disease Mees' lines is a transverse line that indicates a nutritional deficiency White nails indicate a zinc deficiency What for things affect nail shape? Trauma, cirrhosis, diabetes, hypertension The condition of a nail reflects: General health, state of nutrition, occupation, level of self care Thick nails = poor circulation Thick with yellow = fungal onychomycosis Brittle nails = hyperthyroidism, Fe, & Ca deficient
It would be most important for the nurse to include the fingernails in a basic assessment for a client with: A) A neurological condition B) Muscoloskeltal condition C) Integumentary condition D) Respiratory condition
D
Observing the head: HEENT Skull and face: SSFS- ______, _______, ______ ________, ___________ Assess eyes for PERRLA, visual _______ & visual ________ Assess mouth- _________, _________, ______ On the neck you will assess the ______ Acromegaly is: Hydrocephalus is:
Head, ears, eyes, nose, throat Skull and face: SSFS- Size, shape, facial features, symmetrical Assess eyes for PERRLA, visual acuity & visual field Assess mouth- tongue, teeth, gums On the neck you will assess the nodes Acromegaly is: Head is large Hydrocephalus is: Head is growing faster than the body
What is ptosis? Cataracts? Visual field?
Drooping eyelid Lens opacities Peripheral vision
What instrument is used to ***** the: Eyes? Ears?
Opthalomoscope Otoscope & tuning fork
The ears are assessed for __________ & __________. Three parts to the ear: __________, __________, __________ The inner ear contains the __________ membrane Hearing is tested by using __________ or __________ tests Balance is tested using the __________ test If ears are below eye level they are called ____-_____. This is usually associated with ______ __________.
The ears are assessed for hearing & balance . Three parts to the ear: External, middle, inner The inner ear contains the tympanic membrane Hearing is tested by using Weber or Rinne tests Balance is tested using the Romberg test If ears are below eye level they are called low - set . This is usually associated with Down's syndrome .
Romberg tests for ___________. The client shouldn't _______. Webber & Rinne test for ___________ in _______ impulses.
Balance, Sway
Hearing, vibration
Assessment of the nose is for _______.
Smell
Assessment of the mouth: LBT H&S US How many teeth are in the mouth? If the tongue is dry and furry this could indicate ___________ Absence of papillae, reddened mucosa, & ulcerations could indicate ________, ___________, or _________. Canker sores are ________ ulcers caused by ___________, ___________, ________, & ________.
Assessment of the mouth: Lips, Buccal mucosa, Teeth, Hard & Soft palate, Uvula, Salivary glands 28 teeth Dehydration Absence of papillae, reddened mucosa, & ulcerations could indicate infections , allergies , or inflammation . Canker sores are benign ulcers caused by infection, allergy, stess, or trauma .
Assessment of the neck: Neck may be assessed for muscoloskeletal, __________, __________, __________, __________ & __________ issues
Neurological, vascular, respiratory, endocrine, lymphatic
Assessment of the neck: The two landmarks on the neck are...
Sternoclediomastoid & trapezius
Assessment of the neck: If thyroids are palpable this could be from a ______________ or _______________
Hypothyroid or hyperthyroid
Assessment of the neck: MTTCln
Musculature Trachea Thyroid gland Cervical lymph nodes
Assessment of breasts: SSNTA Why should 'A' be assessed?
Size Shape Nipples Tissue Axillae- Breast tumors in axillae
T/F: Underarms do not have lymph nodes
False- they do
T/F: One breast is usually larger than the other
True
What are some components of internal breast structure?
Glandular, adipose, CT & SM tissue & nerves
Breath sounds: Bronchial- _____ pitched, __________ is longer than __________, air moves thru the _______. Best heard over the _______ & below the ______ of the ______ Bronchial Vesicular- ________ pitch, equal __________ & __________, air moves thru _______ _______ airways. Best heard over ____ & ____ intercostal & between ________. Vesicular- _____ pitch, longer __________ than __________, air moves thru __________ airways, best heard over _____ fields. Diminish- _____ effort, related to ________ Adventitous- _______, _______, ______
Breath sounds: Bronchial- high pitched, expiration is longer than inspiration , air moves thru the trachea . Best heard over the trachea & below the nape of the neck Bronchial Vesicular- medium pitch, equal inspiration & expiration , air moves thru large bronchial airways. Best heard over 1st & 2nd intercostal & between scapula . Vesicular- low pitch, longer inspiration than expiration , air moves thru smaller airways, best heard over lung fields. Diminish- poor effort, related to obesity Adventitous- wheeze , ronchi , rales
A barrel chest could indicate _____
COPD
Kyphosis is
Excessive curvature of the the throacic spine
Scoliosis is:
Excessive curvature of the spine
Lordosis is:
Porosity of vertebrae; the vertebrae collapse and compress
On the heart the apical pulse is found at the ____ which is the ____ intercostal space. The _____ is responsible for sounds ____ & ____ _____-_____
PMI
5th intercostal space
PMI
1 & 2
Lub-Dub
When you palpate the heart this is called a ______
Thrill
Mitral valve is located at the _______ pulse; aka the _____
Apical pulse PMI
Pulmonary circulation brings _________ blood from the ______ to the lungs then __________ blood from the _______ to the __________ Systemic circulation brings ____________ blood from the heart to the _______ and brings ____________ from the ______ back to the _______.
Pulmonary circulation brings deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs then oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart Systemic circulation brings oxygenated blood from the heart to the body and brings deoxygenated blood from the body back to the heart .
During the cardiac cycle the _______ & _______ alternately relax & ______ to ____ & ______ When the ______ contract they are emptying When the ______ relax they are refilling & vice versa The only pulsation or ______ you should hear is at the ______
Atria, ventricles, contract, fill, empty
Atria
Ventricles
Thrill, PMI
The first sound of the cardiac cycle ______ represents the beginning of ______. This is from the ______ of the ______ valves. The second sound of the cardiac cycle ______ represents the beginning of ______. This is from the ______ of the ______ valves.
The first sound of the cardiac cycle Lub represents the beginning of systole . This is from the closure of the aortic valves. The second sound of the cardiac cycle Dub represents the beginning of diastole . This is from the closure of the semilunar valves.
Arteries carry blood _______ the heart Veins carry blood _______ the heart Jugular vein carries blood from the _______ to the superior vena cava
Away from Toward Brain
Arteries are ________ pressure and are very ________. Veins are ________ pressure so they have ________ to keep blood from flowing ________.
High, palpable Low, valves, backwards
Peripheral vessels can be assessed for signs of __________ oxygenation. There would be signs of pallor, ________, _____, shiny, _____ hair, ________ nails (
Inadequate
Cyanosis, cool, shiny, fine hair, clubbing nails (160degrees)
When assessing the abdomen which order should the skills be performed? You should first auscultate ________ sounds then second auscultate major ________.
Inspection, auscultation, palpation, percussion Bowel sounds Major arteries
When examining the abdomen look for ________, ________, or ________. When auscultating the abdomen you will hear ____ & ______ passing thru the small & large ________. Always turn off ________ devices. Also, listen for ________ ________.
Symmetry, masses, pulsations Air & fluid, intestines Suction Vascular bruits
When assessing the abdomen ________ is performed last. ________ detects ________, ________, or ________. You will use light ________. The ________ is not normally palpable.
Palpation
Palpation, tenderness, distension, masses
Palpation
Spleen
When assessing the abdomen you should listen to each quadrant for ___________
15 seconds
When assessing the musculoskeletal system you will do: IPRTSS
Inspection
Palpation
Range of motion
Muscle tone and strength
Spine: Kyphosis, lordosis, scoliosis
Inspection of the musculoskeletal system includes ______ and _______ abnormalities. The difference in ______ should be less than ______ between the left and right ______ & ______
gait, postural gait, 1cm, arms, legs
Musculoskeletal provides ______ & ______ to the body, allows _________, ______internal organs, produces _____, stores ___ & ________
Shape Support Movement Protects RBCs Ca2+ Phosphorus
When assessing bones, muscles, and joints you will include: Bs SBC Jm Ms
Body shape
Symmetry
Balance
Coordination
Joint mobility
Muscle strength
Bones, muscles, joints body shape and symmetry includes: (3)
Posture, gait, and spinal curvature
Bones, muscles, joints balance tests include: (2)
Heel to toe walking Rombergs test (ear)
Bones, muscles, joints coordination tests include: (3)
Finger-thumb opposition
Movement
Run heel of 1 foot down the shin of the other foot
Joint mobility tests inspection includes: (3)
Color change
Deformity
Crepitus- Air in joints clicking
Muscle strength tests include: (2)
ROM Resistance- performed at the same time as ROM
Neurological test will see if the patient is ________ and __________
Alert
Oriented
Neurological assessment will determine: (2)
Cerebral functioning
Sensory functioning
Cerebral Functioning for a Neuro test will assess: (4)
Level of consciousness
Mental state
Cognitive function
Cranial nerve assessment
Sensory function tests for a Neuro assessment includes: TPTVPSSG2LE
Light touch
Light pain
Temperature
Vibration
Pulsation
Sense Stereogenosis- recognize solid objects
Graphesthesia- recognize outlines, #'s, symbols
2 point discrimination- sense if 1 or 2 areas are touched
Point localization- identify where you are being touched Extinction
What is stereogenosis?
Recognize solid objects
What is Graphesthesia?
Recognize outlines, #'s, symbols
What is proprioreception? What assessment would it be used for?
Know where your body is in relation to surroundings Neuro assessment
Motor and cerebellar function includes: MCTPEP The cerebellum controls ____________
Movement
Coordination
Tone
Posture
Equilibrium
Proprioreception
Proprioreception
Positioning the client: Sitting
Upright Vitals, head, neck, chest, cardiovascular system, breasts
Positioning the client: Supine; includes _________ (___ degree) & ____-_________ (___-___ degree)
Fowlers (60degree) , semi-fowlers(30-45degree)
Flat on back, extremities extended
Abdomen, breasts, extremities, pulses
Positioning the client: Dorsal recumbent
Supine with knees flexed
Abdominal assessment if the client has abdominal or pelvic pain
Positioning the client: Lithotomy
Dorsal recumbent with feet in stirrups
Female pelvic exam
Positioning the client: Sims'
Flexion of hip & knees in a side-lying position
Rectal area, female pelvic exam if they can't sit in lithotomy
Positioning the client: Prone
Flat on stomach
Musculoskeletal system, hip extension, back, buttocks
Positioning the client: Lateral Recumbent
Lying on the left side with a straight line
Evaluate a heart murmur or during a thorough cardiac assessment Brings the heart closest to the chest wall
Positioning the client: Knee-Chest
Hands and knees with butt elevated
Rectal exam
Skin color variations: Jaundice
Yellow-orange
Liver disorder
HYPERTENSION Medication Table
Look over
Hypetension: Kidneys release ________ into the bloodstream ________ helps convert ________ to ________ in the ________ ________ is converted to ________ (a potent _________ in the ________ ________ causes ________ constriction and ________ secretion. ________ causes ________ & ________ retention Retained ________ & ________ increase ________ ________ Arteriolar constriction ________ peripheral ________ ________ (____) ________ blood volume & ________ ________ cause ________.
Hypetension: Kidneys release renin into the bloodstream
Renin helps convert angiotensin to angiotensin I in the liver
Angiotensin I is converted to angiotensin II (a potent vasoconstrictor ) in the lungs
Angiotensin II causes arteriolar constriction and aldosterone secretion.
Aldosterone causes Na & H2O retention
Retained Na & H2O increase blood volume
Arteriolar constriction increases peripheral vascular resistance ( PVR )
Increased blood volume & vascular resistance cause hypertension .
Hypertension is the persistent _________ of _________ & _________ blood pressure based on an average of ____+ readings taken on ___+ visits Hypertension is linked with _________ in children
Elevation Systolic Diastolic 2+ 2+ Obesity
Blood Pressure Screening The client should not have _________, _________, _________, within 30 minutes He should be seated with the legs _________ and arms at _________ level Deflate the cuff at ___-___ mmHg/sec Ask the client not to _________ during the measurement
smoked, exercised, drink caffeine Uncrossed Heart 2-3 mmHg/sec Talk
Prehypertension is: ___-___ systolic / ___-___ diastolic
120-139/80-89
Stage I Hypertension is ___-___ / ___-___
140-159/90-99
Stage II hypertension is ___/ ___
>160/ >100
To treat BP _________ may take awhile to work You may need to try different _________ You may need to try _________ drugs
Medications drugs multiple
To treat prehypertension the JNC recommends:
Lifestyle modifications, nutritional changes and exercise
To treat stage I hypertension the JNC recommends:
Medication regimen, see HC provider monthly until BP goal is reach
To treat stage II hypertension the JNC recommends:
See a HC provider more often
Hypertension means the heart is working _________ than normal, putting the _________ & _________ _________ under strain
Harder
Heart
Blood vessels
Hypertension increases the risk of: (4)
Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
Heart failure
Stroke- paralysis, death, kidney disease
Renal disease
Hypertension is more common in men _________ 55. Men are more likely to suffer a _________ _________. Hypertension is more common in women _________ 55. Women are more likely to suffer a _________
Before
Myocardial infarction
After
Stroke
The highest presence of hypertension occurs in _________ _________. In this culture, _________ have a higher incidence than ______.
African Americans
Women
Men
Which region of the country has the highest incidence of hypertension?
Southeastern
Which culture has the lowest knowledge of hypertension and are less likely to recieve treatment?
Mexicans
Arterial blood pressure = _____ x _________ _________ _________ CO = _________ x _________ SVR = Force _________ movement of blood thru the _________ _________. A small decrease in the radius of arterioles leads to a large _________ in SVR
Arterial blood pressure = CO x systemic vascular resistance
CO = stroke volume (70mL) x HR
SVR = Force opposing movement of blood thru the blood vessels
A small decrease in the radius of arterioles leads to a large increase in SVR
Normal regulation of BP is regulated by what part of the nervous system?
Sympathetic
__________ located in the aortic arch and __________ arteries, transmit changes in BP to the __________.
__________ BP __________ of SNS activity and a drop in ____, ____, force of contraction, & __________. __________ BP __________ of the SNS, increased ____, increased contractility, and __________
Baroreceptors located in the aortic arch and carotid arteries, transmit changes in BP to the brainstem . Increased BP, Inhibition of SNS activity and a drop in BP , HR , force of contraction, & vasodilation .
Decreased BP, activation of the SNS, increased HR , increased contractility, and vasoconstriction
__________ is a NT released from SNS nerve endings and activates receptors in the heart and vasculature
Norepinephrine
Normal regulation of BP is also controlled by the __________ system.
Renal
During renal control of BP, __________ is an enzyme secreted from the __________. It converts __________ to __________. _____ converts angiotensin I to __________, a potent __________. __________ also stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce __________, which causes ____ & ____ retention by the __________. ____ inhibitors block ACE so __________ cant be converted to __________ and therefore BP is lowered.
During renal control of BP, renin is an enzyme secreted from the kidneys . It converts angiotensin to angiotensin I . ACE converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II , a potent vasoconstrictor (increases BP) . Angiotensin II also stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce aldosterone , which causes Na & H2O retention by the kidneys . Ace inhibitors block ACE so angiotensin I cant be converted to angiotensin II and therefore BP is lowered.
Two types of classifications for hypertension:
Primary Secondary
Primary hypertension has _________ causes however there are many contributing factors such as: (list a few)
Unknown (idiopathic) High salt intake Obesity Stress Alcohol Increased SNS activity
Secondary hypertension has __________ causes. A examples include: (list a few)
Known, specific causes
Coarctation of the aorta
Renal disease
Pregnancy-induced
Endocrine disorders
Brain tumors
Certain drugs (cocaine)
Hypertension is often referred to as the __________ __________. Symptoms of hypertension before it occurs are: F Rat DAD
Silent killer
Fatigue
Reduced activity tolerance
Dizziness
Angina
Dyspnea
Hypertension can damage vital organs. Examples of this include: Cad Lvh Hf Pvd Rf Rd
Coronary artery disease (CAD)
Left ventricular hypertrophy
Heart failure
Peripheral vascular disease
Renal failure
Retinal damage
Coronary artery disease (CAD): Causes __________ damage that results in __________ and __________ of the lumens
Arteriolar stiffening narrowing
Left ventricular hypertrophy: LVH is a compensatory mechanism that __________ contraction and __________ CO. This also __________ the work of the heart and its need for ______
strengthens increases increases oxygen
Heart failure: __________ __________ & _____ are __________. The client complains of shortness of breath on __________, paroxysmal nocturnal ______ & fatigue
Stroke volume & CO decreased Exertion Dyspnea
Peripheral vascular disease: Hypertension speeds up the process of __________ leading to impaired __________ in the extremities, aortic __________ and aortic dissection. The client may complain of __________ __________ (ischemic muscle pain on activity that is relieved by ______)
Artherosclerosis circulation aneurysm intermittent claudication rest
Renal failure: The direct result of __________ caused by narrowed __________ of __________ blood vessels
ischemia lumen renal
Retinal damage: The retine is the only place where blood vessels can be __________. S/S's of damage include __________ vision, retinal __________, loss of __________
Visualized blurred vision retinal hemorrhage loss of vision
Treatment for BP- Nutrition: Weight loss of _____ can reduce SBP by 5-___mm __________ intake of cholesterol and __________ fats __________ Na+ intake DASH:
20lbs, 5-20mm Reduce, saturated Reduce Dietary approaches to stop hypertension (eat grains, fruits, and veggies)
T/F: Water softeners contain sodium
True
Treatment for BP- Lifestyle: Alcohol- Men should limit their consumption to ___ drinks/day and women to ____ drinks/day Physical activity- regular __________ exercise, __________, __________, __________ Tobacco- Nicotine is a __________
2, 1 aerobic, walking, jogging, swimming vasoconstrictor
Treatment for BP- Drug therapy: Goal of drug therapy is to achieve a BP of <____/____ For clients with diabetes or chronic renal disease, the BP goal is ____/____
140/90 130/80
The drugs currently available for treatment of BP have two main actions: __________ circulating blood __________ __________ the SVR
Decreasing, volume Reducing
Client Teaching re. Drug Therapy Side effects may __________ with continued use of the drug The __________ & __________ of side effects may be related to the ______ __________ __________ is one of the most common side effects, so, teach the client to dangle before standing __________ dysfunction may occur. Notify your prescriber.
Decrease
Number, severity, dose
Orthostatic hypotension Sexual
Client teaching re. Drug Therapy If frequent urination interrupts sleep, take the diuretic __________ in the day Side effects of __________ & adrenergic inhibitors can be reduced by taking the medication in the __________ BP is __________ in the night and __________ after awakening. Drugs with 24hr duration should be taken as early in the __________ as possible. Avoid hot ______, __________, strenuous __________ within 3 hours of meds
Earlier
Vasodialators, evening
Lowest, highest, morning (4-5am)
Baths, alcohol, exercise
Nursing Diagnosis Deficient knowledge: R/T the role of the treatment regimen in control of the disease process Noncompliance with the therapeutic regimen R/T side effects of medication
?
When taking BP at home: Refrain from __________, __________, & _______ _______ for 30 minutes prior Take BP after resting ___-___ minutes You should take an average of ____ readings separated by ____ minutes Take BP ________ when treatment has begun or has been changed, then __________
smoking, exercising, drinking coffee
3-5 minutes
3, 1
Daily, weekly
What are the most common reasons for non-adherence to therapy? CUSCD
Cost Lack of understanding
Side effects
Cognitive impairment
Inconvenient dose schedule
Goals of nursing care: __________ BP Client __________ __________ changes __________ adherence Early detection of __________ effects Evaluation of __________ effectiveness
Reduce
Compliance
Lifestyle
Medication
Adverse
Therapeutic
Beta blocker drugs: (4) Action of beta blockers: (5) Side effects: (9)
Propanolol (inderol), Atenolol (tenormin), Metoprolol (lopressor), Nadolol (Corgard)

Decrease HR, force of contraction, rate of AV conduction, vasodialtion, decrease PVR

Bradycardia, lethargy, GI disturbance, CHF, decrease BP, depression, Hypotension, ED, Bronchospasm
ACE inhibitor drugs: (4) Action: (1+3) Side effects: (5)
Captopril (capoten), enalapril (vasotec), benzapril (lotensin), lisinopril (zestril)

Decrease peripheral vascular resistance without increasing CO, cardiac rate, cardiac contractility

Dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, GI distress, cough, headache, 1st dose syncope
Calcium antogonist drugs: (4) Action: (4) Side effects: (9)
Amlodipine (Norvasc), Verapamil (calan), Nifedipine (procardia), Diltiazem (cardizem)

Blocks Ca2+ access to cell, decreasing contractility, conductivity of the heart, demand for oxygen

Decreased BP, may precipitate AV block, headache, abdominal discomfort, peripheral edema, bradycardia, dizziness, orthostatics hypotensin, sexual dysfunction
Review hypertension addendum!
Look over
Content of play: Sa Sp SUDPG
Social- affective play
Sense- pleasure play
Skill play
Unoccupied behavior
Dramatic Pretend Games
Social character of play: SOAP C
Solitary play Onlooker play Associative play - Many children playing together Parallel play - 2 kids playing independently in close proximity Cooperative play
Toy Safety Guidelines: Intended _____ group ________ enough to survive rough play Materials are __________ Discard __________ wrapping Provide a safe toy _______ to put toys away Discard ___________ toys
Age
Durable
Nontoxic
Plastic
Chest
Broken
Parents should limit TV viewing time for kids to less than ____ hours per day
2
Communication is a __________ human function. Sending __________ back and forth between ____ or more people. Communication consists of __________ and __________ messages. Helps build working __________ Helps meet __________, psychosocial, __________, and spiritual needs
basic messages, 2+ relationships physical, emotional
During social communication the conversation is about _____
Us
Therapeutic communication is about the __________
Client
Intrapersonal communication:
Occurs within an individual- can be negative or positive
Interpersonal communication:
One to one interaction between two or more people
Transpersonal communication:
Interaction within a person's spiritual domain
Small group communication: What is the appropriate distance?
Interactions with a small number of people. Groups, meetings, conversation. 4-12'
Public communication: Distance:
Interaction with an audience 12'+
Commuication components:
Content and process
Communication components- content: SWGSm Content is left up to individual __________
Subject matter
Words
Gestures
Substance of messages
Open to interpretation
Components of communication- Process: This is the __________ part of the conversation Five elements: M-3 S-1 C-8 R-1 F-1
Message- words, gesture, letters Sender- Initiates content delivery
Channel- face, written, audiovisual, phone, e-mail, touch, pamphlets, internet
Receiver- Interprets the message
Feedback- Validates reciever recieved the proper message
The sender (aka __________) may use __________ & ___-__________ methods. Examples: words, gestures, _____, _____, & symbols Reciever (aka __________) may use __________, __________, & __________ resources to ________ or __________ the message Sometimes message can get misinterpreted.
Encoder, verbal, non-verbal Tones, signs Decoder, visual, auditory, & tactile resource to decode, interpret
During the communication process 'decoding' is A) Selection of words by the sender B) Interpretation of the message by the reciever C) Method by which the method was given D) Way in which feedback is interpreted
B
Verbal forms of communication: RI(g)HT CDC PVC
Relevance Intonation- tone, pitch, cadence
Humor
Timing
Clarity (brevity)
Denotative- literal, dictionary
Connotative- Implied meaning (baby)
Pacing
Vocabulary- Jargon
Credibility of the send
The nurse is teaching the client about his upcoming procedure and the client is stressed. It would be most important for the nurse to A) Use humor B) Determine if teaching should take place at a different time C) Introduce himself as the RN to give credibility D) Speak to the client with family members present
B
Non-verbal forms of communication: GAPg DTF
Gestures- Can indicate tone, can have contradicting meaning to words
Appearance- Socioeconomic status, culture, feelings
Posture & gait- Clues to attitudes, emotions, physical well-being
Distance- Extent of familiarity
Touch- Can be misinterpreted
Facial expression- Communicates feelings; smiling, eye contact
Non-verbal communication is the _____________ use of body language when ________ a message
unconscious sending
Factors that effect communication: EDGLSTSR
Environment
Developmental
Gender
Lifespan variations
Space
Territoriality
Sociocultural
Relationships
Developmental factors for communication include physical, ________, ________, level of ________, maturity
cognitive, language, education
Space affects of communication:
Intimate:
Personal:
Social:
Public:
Private, 18"
Common distance in nursing, 18"-4'
Group talk, 4-12'
Loud, clear, 12'+
How do relationships effect communication? (4)
Vocab, tone, gestures, & distance
Therapeutic relationships in HC focus on ________ the health of the client Provide necessary information about ________, ________, & ________ Involve the use of ________ communication ________-centered communication directed at achieving ________ goals
improving health, treatments, care therapeutic client-centered, client
Therapeutic communication is ________- centered, ________-directed, and strengthens the ________ relationship (not a social relationship)
client-centered goal-directed therapeutic
Elements of professional communication: BAD TARA CN
Behavior, Appearance, Demeanor Trustworthiness, Autonomy, Responsibility, Assertiveness Courtesy, Names
What are the 4 stages of a therapeutic relationship? Explain each
Preinteraction phase- Prior to meeting client, gather info (preparing for clinical, client realizing they need medical attn.)
Orientation phase- Meet client, introduce, rapport, trust
Working phase- Use therapeutic techniques, active part of relationship, clarify feelings & concerns thru verbal & non-verbal (caring, respect, trust, confidentiality)
Termination phase- Conclusion of relationship (end of shift or patient discharge)
Use of the statements "Tell me more about..." or "I see" encourage clients to continue talking & expressing themselves. This is called: ________ ________
Encouraging elaboration
Key characteristics of therapeutic communication: (5) GRE-CC
Genuine- Don't guess if you don't know the ans.
Respect- Be flexible, meet needs of client
Empathy
Concreteness- Be specific
Confrontation- If you are unclear
Client factors that affect effective therapeutic communication: (4) LCSP
Language barrier
Impaired cognitive skills (developmental delays, pathology, injury to CNS)
Sensory-preceptual alterations (hearing & vision)
Physiological barriers (respiratory, dentures, cleft palate, dementia, delusions)
T/F: If someone is having a delusion you should try to tall them back to reality
False- You should just make sure they are safe. If someone has dementia or confusion you can talk them out of that
Enhancing therapeutic communication: COALS ROB TVS L = SOLER
Clarify, Observations, Assertive, Listen actively, Silence Restate, Open-ended questions, Body language Trust, Validate messages, Summarize the conversation
SOLER = Sitting, open stance, lean forward, eye contact, relax
Facial expressions should express ________ with the message for proper ________
congruency interpretation
Barriers to therapeutic communication: Too many ________ ________-ended questions Asking "_____" Changing the ________ Failing to ________ Expressing ________/________ ________ ________- Don't give your opinion
Questions
Closed
Why
Listen
Approval / Disapproval
Offering advice
Safety is the _____ most basic human need after __________
2nd Survival
Joint commission mission is to improve accuracy of patient identification, improve medication safety, and reduce health-acquired infections
Know
Nurses attend to safety needs of: Clients in all ____________ settings ___________ workers, including ___________
Healthcare
Healthcare
Themselves
List Maslow's pyramid in order from most important to least important. (5)
Physiological (survival)
Safety
Love/belonging
Esteem
Self-actualization
Safety takes place in _____ healthcare settings. It ___________ the incidence of illness & injury Prevents ___________ length of treatment/______ Improves or maintains the ___________ status of a client Increases a client's sense of ____-________
All
Reduces
Extended, stay
Functional
Well-being
What are the 4 basic human needs? ONTH Describe each
Oxygen- low or high concentration, CO
Nutrition- Proper storage, refridgeration, prep area
Temperature- Hypothermia (<95),
Hyperthermia ( 105), Normal Humidity- 60-70% comfortable, liquefies secretions, improves breathing
List 8 physical hazards. LOBSPPTB
Lighting- Adequate
Obstacles- Things all over the floor, clutter
Bathroom- Hand rails, shower mat, rugs
Security
Transmission of pathogens- Contact, droplet, airborne
Pollution
Terrorism
Bioterrorism
Client safety includes knowledge of: ___________ levels- Old vs. young M, S, C ___________ choices Risks in ___________ settings
Developmental
Mobility, sensory (sight & hearing, tactile discrimination), cognitive status
Lifestyle- Smoking, drinking, obesity, eating disorders, sexual behaviors
Healthcare Take into account mobility in infant vs. toddler vs. elderly
Developmental factors affecting safety: Infant/Toddler (___-___) Cannot recognize ___________ ___________ exploration of environment Totally ___________ ___________ are the leading cause of death then ___________ is the 2nd most common
1y-3y Danger Increased Dependent Car accidents Drowning
Developmental factors affecting safety: Preschoolers (___-___) Play extends to ___________ which leads to more ______, _______, & _______ They are more ___________ ___________ are the leading COD ______ are the primary non-fatal injury
3y-5y Outdoors, cuts, scrapes, bruises
Adventurous
Car injuries
Falls
Developmental factors affecting safety: School age (___-___) Try new activities without ___________ More time ___________ ___________ danger ___________ are the leading COD More injuries related to ___________
6y-12y Practice
Outside
Stranger
Car accidents
Sports
Developmental factors affecting safety: Adolescents (___-___) False ___________, they feel ___________ ______-taking behaviors Most lack _______ judgement List some risky behaviors this age group takes. ___________ is the leading COD mostly caused by ___________ ___________ is the 2nd leading COD
6y-12y Confidence, indestructible
Risk Adult Smoking, drinking, texting & driving, not wearing a seat belt
Unintentional injury, car accidents
Homicide
Developmental factors affecting safety: Adults May be exposed to injury in the ___________ ___________ choices impact health in the future Some decline in _______ & ________ ___________ are the leading COD following by unintentional ___________
Workplace
Lifestyle
Stamina, strength
Car accidents, poisoning
Developmental factors affecting safety: Older Adults Loss of muscle _________, _______ mobility, slowing _________, ___________ losses
Strength
Joint
Reflexes
Sensory
In meeting the safety needs of the adolescent client, it would be most important for the nurse to focus her teaching on A) Smoking cessation B) Sports injuries C) Alcohol abuse D) Driver's ed
D Everyone will drive, not everyone will smoke
List the 9 factors affecting individual safety. LCBGMCVES
Lifestyle
Cognition
Behavior
Gait
Mobility
Communication
Visual acuity
Emotional health
Safety awareness
Safety hazards in the home: Poisoning _______ causes retardation & death (common in paint) Household ___________, lead, ___________, & cosmetics Prevention: ________ locks, store poison high, keep ___________ control phone # readily available Treatment: Depends on type of ___________ ___________ is a common culprit with children
Lead Chemicals, medicines
Cabinet, poison
Poison ingested
Bleach
Safety hazards in the home: Carbon Monoxide C, T, O S/S's of poisoning: HWNVBD List some examples of household items that give off CO. CO is produced by buring fuel such as _____, _____, _____, kerosene Prevention: CO ________ Treatment: 100% ___________ ________
Colorless, tasteless, odorless
Headaches, weakness, nausea, vomitting, brain damage, death
Grills, gas water heater, camp stoves, lanterns, gas ranges & oven
Gas, wood, oil
Detector
Humidified oxygen
Safety hazards in the home: Scalds & burns Hot _______, ________, ________, cigarettes Prevention: ___________ by the fireplace, _____ pot handles, care with ________, _________, care when warming food in the _________. Do not warm _______ food in the microwave.
Water, grease, sunburn Guardrails, turn, candles, sunscreen, microwave Baby
Safety hazards in the home: Fires _________ fires are the #1 fires Smoke _________ is what is most fatal in firs Prevention: _______ alarms, caution with ___________, ______ extinguisher, no candles _________, safety with holiday ________, care with ___________ cords Check the ___________ date on fire extinguishers
Cooking Inhalation
Fire, cigarette, fire, unattended, lights, electrical expiration
Safety hazards in the home: Falls Prevalent in those over ____ yo Things that increase the risk for a fall: Slippery ______, ______, tubs, low _______ seat, high _____, dark, clutter, sick, tired, pets, no grab ______ Prevention: ________ shoes, tidy ______, proper _________, no _______ rugs Who is at risk for falls?
65 floors, stairs, toliet, bed, bars
Non-skid, clothes, lighting, scatter
Elederly, vision, hypotension, dizzy, pain, alcohol, cognitive impairment, arthritis, polypharmacy, gait, balance, 80+yrs
Safety hazards in the home: Firearms Youth ________, domestic ________
Prevention: Firearms ________ education for parents & ________, proper ________ storage, keep ___________ separate
Suicides, violence
Safety, children, locked, ammunition
Safety hazards in the home: Suffocation/Asphyiation ___________, choking, smoke/gas ___________ Child ___-___ are at the highest risk Prevention: Watch for small, ___________ parts, cut food into ______ pieces, pay attention to mobiles, _______, _______, and plastics, barrier to the _______.
Drowning, inhalation 0-4yrs
Removable, tiny, cords, strings, pool
Safety hazards in the home: Take-home Toxins ___________ microorganisms, ___________, lead, mercury, aresenic, ___________ Prevention: Be aware of ___________ preventative measures, Remove ______ clothing, ________ if appropriate, _______ Can be transmitted by direct ______ contact, ___________ such as ticks, and _____ particles such as ___________
Pathogenic, asbestos, pesticides
Workplace, work, shower, gloves Skin, vectors, dust, anthrax
A child has had the hiccups for 2 hours. Is this a sign of suspected ingestion of poison? A) Yes B) No
No- Just feel bad for the child
Safety hazards in the community: Car accidents Causes: Failure to use _________, use of ________, ___________ accidents, nondeployment of ________ Prevetions: Avoid ___________, use a ___________ driver, use ____ belts, use proper age ___________ This is the leading COD in ___ yr
Seatbelts, alcohol, pedestrian, airbag
Distractions, designated, seat, restraints
1yr
Safety hazards in the community: Community acquired pathogens _____-borne, _____-borne, and ______-borne Prevention: Proper _______, cleaning, and ________ of foods; clean _______ surfaces Drain standing ________, insect ___________, protect skin contact with _______; wipe out ___________ areas List some examples of vectors
Food, vector, water Storage, cooking, cooking
Water, repellents, insects, breeding
Mosquitos, insects, animals, birds, fleas, ticks, lice, roaches
Safety hazards in the community: Pollution A, W, N, S - give an example of each Prevention: Proper disposal and ___________ of solid wastes, ___________ safe products, car pool, ________ transportation, ear ______
Air- Vehicles, factories, CO, mites, mold, pets
Water- Lakes, river, streams; affects food production
Noise- Traffic, planes, garbage trucks, construction, music
Soil- Pesticides, animal, radioactive, medical wastes Recycling, environmentally, public, plugs
Safety hazards in the community: Electrical Storms Prevention: During a storm, seek the _______ spot possible, seek shelter in a ________ away from ________, do not use _______ objects
Lowest
Building
Water
Metal
List the 10 safety hazards in healthcare. FEFERRMMCP
Falls
Equipment related accidents
Fires
Electrical hazards
Restraints
Side rails
Mercury poisoning
Medical errors
Chemical errors
Procedural accidents
Can restraints be chemical in nature? A) Yes B) No
Yes
How often should restraints be reordered? How often should a patient be released from restraints?
24 hours 2 hrs and massage the area
T/F: In a nursing home, hand rails are considered restraints
True
Do not put handrails up in a nursing home unless there is a Dr.'s order. If the pateint wants handrails document it
T/F: In a hospital, handrails are never used
False
In a hospital handrails are always used
In a hospital fire, what does RACE stand for?
Rescue
Activate
Confine
Extinguish
Review the types of medication errors on the last page of the notes for chaper 21
Review
Review the 2012 patient safety goals online relating to chapter 21
Review
When implementing the use of restraints on a hospitalized client, the nurse should A) Restrain all confused clients so that they do not sustain a fall or injury B) Tie the restraint to the bottom of a side rail C) Ensure the primary care provider renews orders every 24 hrs D) Release the restraints & provide skin care once every shift
C
What are the 4 safety hazards for healthcare workers? BNRV
Back injury
Needlestick
Radiation
Violence
A family is ____ individuals who provide __________, __________, __________, or spiritual support while maintaining involvement in each others lives They _____ or _______ be blood relatives A family can be defined __________, __________, or as a __________ network with personally contructed ties & ideologies
2+ physical, emotional, economic may, may not biologically, legally, social
What does the nuclear family traditoinally consist of in America? Is this the same in all countries?
A mom, dad, and child
No, in other cultures the nuclear family may include extended family
For nursing, family is those the client identifies as __________ or __________ others
Family
Significant
What are the 3 concepts of family?
Diversity
Durability
Resilency- Family can overcome obstacles
What are the 12 family structures T D S S B M C E G S G A
Traditional nuclear
Dual-earner
Single-parent
Stepfamiles
Blended familes
Married couples with no children
Cohabiting adults
Extended family sharing a dwelling
Grandparents raising grandchildren
Single individuals sharing a household
Gay or lesbian couples
People of adopt children
What are the 8 family functions? ERPCSCRH
Economic survival
Reproduction
Protection
Cultural heritage
Socialization of the young
Conferring states
Relationships Health
Current trends in families: Families are __________ Women are __________ childbirth Couples are having ____ children __________ rates have tripled since 1950's Remarriage results in __________ families __________ parent families are prevelant __________ couples are family units __________ is aging
Smaller
Delaying
No
Divorce
Blended
Single
Homosexual
America
What is the fastest growing homeless population?
Single parents with children
Factors affecting families *E, P, U H FV, N A vs. C, D T HIV and other infectious diseases End of life care Give an example of an A vs. D disease
Economy, poverty, unemployment
Homelessness
Family violence, neglect
Acute Vs. Chronic illness, disability
Trauma

Tonsilitis vs. cystic fibrosis
The family and health: Many factors influence __________ Class & __________ produce different access to the __________ system The family's __________, __________, and practices influence __________ behaviors
health ethnicity, healthcare values, beliefs, health
It is important for the nurse to understand the structure of the clients family so they can A) Address the various family members correctly B) Tailor visiting hours to family needs C) Avoid embarassing moments during client interventions D) Develop a hollistic plan that includes the whole family
D
Nursing process: __________ needs of family Use a family __________ approach Be aware of challenges:
Assess
Focused
Model of family assessment: __________ assessment- Relates to theories discussed __________ assessment- The family is a __________ system. An indivudal is going to act the way they were socialized when growing up __________ assessment Charateristics of a __________ family assessment
Developmental
Structural, social
Functional
Healthy
Family Interview: Some principles used when interviewing a __________ apply to the __________ interview Begins by establishing _________ with the family Helpful to have ____ family members present A family interview allows the nurse to identify family __________, __________ areas, & the need for __________ assessment & referral
Client, family
Trust
All
Strengths, problem, additional
Developmental Assessment: __________ stages within the life cycles of every family; each stage has __________ tasks Guide to assessment: Determine the familys __________ based on the __________ childs age Consider the family member's health __________ in the context of the __________ stage Determine if family members are meeting __________ of the stage Identify nursing __________ that assist the family in meeting __________ tasks
Predictable, developmental
Stage, oldest Problems, developmental
Tasks Interventions, developmental
Developmental assessment: Stages of a family life cycle Forming a partnership to Aging family 8 Stages all together
Forming a partnership
Childbearing
Preschool
School age
Teenage
Launching center
Middle-aged parents
Aging family
Structural family assessment: Defines the __________ family members, their ______, ages, and the __________ among those who live __________ Can be illustrated thru a __________ __________ can illustrate sources of social support and family stressors
Immediate, names, relationships, together
Genogram
Ecomaps
Functional assessment: 6 family functions are considered A HP E R SP FC
Affective
Health care and physical necessities
Economics
Reproduction
Socialization and placement Family coping
Nursing diagnosis: After the family interview & __________ are completed & __________, the nurse can identify family __________ & needs Assessment & __________ of the needs of the family are __________ on the familys impact on the care & __________ of the client The nurse can arrive at the appropriate __________ diagnosis
Assessment, analyzed, strengths Identification, focused, recovery
NANDA- North America Nursing Diagnosis Association
Planning: The primary intent is to define _______ in relation to the care of the _______ The __________ may benefit from these goals but they are not the primary concern __________ goal setting in which the family & the client is included is the cornerstone of effective planning
Goals, client
Family
Mutual
Nursing Interventions: __________: Involve the act of knowing, __________, and understanding __________: Has to do with feelings, __________ & values __________: Those that have to do with skills & __________
Cognitive, perceiving
Affective, attitudes
Behavioral, behaviors
Evalution: _______ effort of the nurse, family, & other caregivers Is the plan successful or does it need __________? What additional _____ are required to evaluate progress? Did the nursing __________ focus on the most important problem for this family as it relates to the potentional for the client to do self care?
Joint
Refinement
Data
Diagnosis
According to structual-functional theory, families function differently in the various stages of the family life cycle. A) True B) False
B
This is the definition of developmental stages
Two things motivate individuals to participate in health behaviors: 1) Behaviors directed toward __________ the level of well-being 2) Behaviors directed toward __________ the chances of a specfic illness or dysfunction
Increasing
Decreasing
Family health: A condition including the __________ and __________ of physical, mental, spiritual, and social health for the family members
promotion
maintenance
Health risks: Factors that determine or influence whether __________ or other __________ results occur
Disease
Unhealthy results
______ ____ __________: Process of identifying & analyzing an individuals prognostic charcteristics of health determining the likelihood of them developing certain health problems later in life
Health risk appraisal
______ _____ __________: Apply select interventions to decrease risk factors for disease & premature mortality
Health risk reduction
______-______ _____: Age-related risks to a person's health that often occur during transition from one developmental stage to another
Life-event risk
Examples include pregnancy, menopause, kids going to college
_______ ______: Situation where the demands exceed the resources & capacity of coping of the family
Family Crisis
Examples: Spouse is injured or dies, divorce
What are the health risk factors for childness and childbearing couples?
Adapting to new roles as parents
Less husband wife time
What are the health risk factors for families with young children?
Financial difficulties
Illness & injuries- Immunizations
Decreased husband/wife time
What are the health risk factors for families with adolescents and young adults? (3)
Risk-taking behaviors
Aging grandparents
Transitions between dependence & independence
What are the health risk factors of families with older adults? (3)
Falls & trauma risks
Risk for social isolation
Maintaining good nutrition
Family nursing is a specialty area with a strong _______ base; it is more than just ________ ________ Family nursing requires __________
theory, common sense
collaboration
Challenges to family health: P______ & U__________ Infectious __________ __________ illness & __________ H__________ Family __________ & neglect
Poverty, unemployment
Diseases
Chronic, disability
Homelessness
Family violence
What eradicated diseases are making a comeback? why?
Polio, measles, small pox, TB
Incompliance with immunizations
What are the 12 components of a family health assessment? What can be used to illustrate family health? Identifying ______ Family __________ Family ________ & __________ stage __________ data Family __________ Family __________ Health beliefs, ______ & _________ Family __________ & coping Abuse & __________ within the family Family __________ patterns __________ role strain Social __________
Identifying data
Family composition
Family history & developmental stage
Environmental data
Family structure- communication, power, roles, structures
Family functions
Health beliefs, values, and behaviors
Family stressors & coping
Abuse & violence
Family communication patterns
Caregiver role strain
Social isolation
A genogram
T/F: You should not involve the family in every stage of the nursing process
False
When promoting family wellness you should provide __________ material as well as ______ material
written
oral
When giving parents advice of what to expect from their child as the child develops this is called...
anticipatory guidance
Which of the following nursing interventions would be effective when dealing with the family members of a critically ill client? A) Involve in family members in care conferences about the clients care B) Complete all of the clients care so the family is not inconvenienced
A
Future implications for family nursing: More family-centered __________ needs to be conducted Government actions that have _______ or _______ effect on families are called family _______ Most government policy _______ affects families
Research
Direct, indirect, policy
Indirectly
What are the two significant barriers to family nursing?
Narrow definition of family used by HC provides and the government
Lack of consensus of a healthy family
Applying the family functions to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which of the following interventions would be the priority of the nurse when working with a homeless family? A) Referral & follow-up by assisting the family to find housing B) Health teaching parenting skills C) Couseling regarding self esteem issues D) Health teaching the family to properly use a car seat for their infant
A
Using table 4-3, choose which family developmental task would be the focus for assessing a family with preschool children A) Adapting to the needs of children in growth producing ways B) Establishing outside interests & career C) Rebuilding marital bond D) Encouraging the childs achievement
A
Which of the following questions is a component of a functional assessment of a family? A) Are role relationships structured appropriately B) What is the family composition C) Does the family have the economic resources required to provide for basic needs of the family? D) What are the ages of the children in the family?
C
The 6 family functions that must be considered during a functional assessment are affective, HC & physical necessities, economics, reproduction, socialization & placement, & family coping
__________ refers to the physical changes that occur over time __________ refers to the proces of adapting to ones body and the environment
Growth
Development
Growth is the __________ aspect of development.
Physical
A child comes to recognize right from wrong or decides on a vocation and an elderly decides on retirement. These are examples of __________
Growth
Growth & development usually follow an __________ & __________ pattern
Orderly
Predictable
Growth follows a __________ pattern, beginning at the ______ and progressing toward to _______, ______, and lower __________
Cephalocaudal
Head
Chest
Trunk
Lower extremities
__________ proceeds in a __________ pattern beginning at the center of the ______ and moving __________
Development
Proximodistal
Body
Outward
Simple skills develop __________ & __________ Later they are __________ into more complex skills An example of this would be __________ yourself. This is a combination of many simple skills
Separately
Independently
Integrate
Feeding
Each body system grows at its _____ _____. An example of this would be the onset of __________.
Own rate
Puberty
Body system functions become increasingly __________ over time. An example of this would be the newborn ________ reflex whereas the adult would just _______ their _____
Differentiated
Startle
Cover, ears
The theorist Havighurst was responsible for what theory? He states that failure to master a task leads to....
Developmental theory
Unhappiness of the individual, difficulty mastering future tasks, & poor interactions with others
The theorist Freud was responsible for what theory? He identified ___ stages of __________ development He believed in instinctual drives such as libido, __________, & __________
Psychoanalytic Theory
5, psychosexual
Aggression, survival
Freud believed the personality consisted of 3 different parts. What were these? Explain.
Id- Instinctual urges, what you are born with
Ego- What is wanted vs. what is possible 4-6m
Superego- Our conscience, 5-6y
What theory was the theorist Piaget responsible for? What 3 core competencies did he believe in? He believed __________ development occured from birth to __________ over a period of ____ stages
Cognitive development theory
Adaptation, assimilation, accommodation
Cognitive, adolescent, 4
What are the 4 stages piaget believed in?
Sensorimotor
Preoperational thought
Concrete operations
Formal operations
What were Havighursts 6 stages of life?
Infants & toddlers
Pre-school & School-age
Adolescents Young adults
Middle adults
Older adults
What theory was theorist Erikson responsible for? He stated a person must master ____ stages as they progress thru life.
Psychosocial Development theory 8
What are Erikson's 8 stages of life? At what ages do they occur?
Trust vs. Mistrust (birth-18m)
Autonomy vs. Shame (18m-3y)
Initiative vs. Guilt (3-5y)
Industry vs. Inferiority (6-11y)
Identity vs. Role confusion (11-21y)
Intimacy vs. Isolation (21-40y)
Generativity vs. Stagnation (40-65y)
Ego integrity vs. Despair (65+)
Theorists Kohlberg & Carol Gilligan were both responsible for what theory? How did the stages in their theories differ?
Moral development theory
Kohlberg-Preconventional, Conventional, Postconventional (autonomous or principled)
Gilligan- Caring for oneself, caring for others, caring for oneself & others Read more in the extended discussion
REVIEW ALL TABLES IN Extended Discussion chapter 9
Review
What theory was James Fowler responsible for?
Spiritual development theory
The period from conception to birth is refered to as the __________
Gestational period
The first 8 weeks of pregnancy is the __________ phase
Embryonic phase
By the end of 8 weeks, all _______ are formed and the embryo is now called a _______
Organs
Fetus
Subcutaneous fat is added in the _______ trimester
Third
The well-being of the growing fetus depends entirely on the health of the ________ for ________ & ________
Placenta
Oxygen
Nutrients
In the first trimester their is a shift in the hormones __________ & __________
Estrogen
Progesterone
During second trimester the uterus enlarges and _______________ of the skin occurs
Hyperpigmentation
During the second trimester the women may feel mild contractions called _______ _______
Braxton hicks
During the third trimester, breasts begin to produce & secrete __________ in preparation for __________
Colostrum
Lactation
Blood circulating thru the placenta carries __________ & __________ to the fetus & __________ & __________ wastes away from the fetus
Oxygen, nutrients
Toxins, metabolic wastes
__________ are substances that interfere with normal growth & devlopment
Teratogens
Poor glucose control during pregnancy may lead to ______ ______ & _______ defects as well as ______ for gestational age infants
Neural tube, heart Large
Women who are at a higher risk for a fetus with a birth defect are those with __________ maternal age (____years), family history of congenital __________, maternal __________ with ______ use, viral infection during pregnancy, and exposure to high levels of __________
Advanced, 40
Anomalies
Diabetes, insulin
Radiation
Each prenatal visit is an opportunity for patient __________
Education
Increasing _____ _____ reduces the risk for neural tube defect
Folic acid
What are the 7 major health problems in children?
Obesity
Injuries & accidents
Abuse & neglect
Acute illness
Alterations in behavior
Tobacco use
Asthma
Children- Nutrition: Factors influencing __________ Nutritional __________
Nutrition during __________
Types of __________ feeding
Nutrition during __________
__________ nutritional needs
Nutrition
Assessment
Infancy
Infant
Childhood
Adolescent
Children- Immunizations: Routine immunization of every child has been very __________ in preventing select __________ Successful immunization programs combine ____-______ or ______ immunizations at convenient times & locations Repeatedly urging parents to obtain __________ for their children is important
Successful, diseases
Low-cost, free Immunizations
Children- Environmental Hazards: _____ poisoning in the most common environmental health hazard P__________ Poor _____ quality __________ air pollutants
Lead
Pesticides
Air
Indoor
Children's Health- Homeless families & children: __________ make up the fastest growing homeless population 25%-40% of homeless are __________ Often a __________ mother with __________ Homeless child syndrome: Resulting in poor __________, __________ dangers, v_______, & s______
Families
Families
Single, children
Nutrition, Environment dangers, Violence, Stress
Women's Health: Includes the _______ life span, health __________, m__________ & r__________. Women's health is releated to b_________, _______ & c________ dimensions of a women's life. _________ Health Movement was pivotal in bringing national recognition to womens health issues:
________ control
19__'s
Roe v. ______
National women's health network
Entire, promotion, maintenance, restoration
Biological, Social, Cultural
Women's
Birth Control
1960's
Roe v. Wade
Women's Health Concerns: R__________ health M__________ O__________ ________ Cancer Female genital __________ Health disparities among special groups of women:
Women of c_____
I__________ women
L__________
Women with d__________
O______ women
Reproductive health
Menopause
Osteoporosis
Breast
Mutilation
Color
Incarcerated
Lesbians
Women with disabilities
Older women
Men's Health: A h_______, c__________ approach that addresses the physical, m_______, e_________, s_______, and spiritual life experiences of men throughout their life span Men are r_________ to seek care. This __________ their risk & severity of illness
Hollistic, comprehensive, mental, emotional, social Reluctant, increases
Men's health concerns: ________ cancer; Older men ________ cancer; Younger men
Prostate
Testicular
Shared health concerns: M_________ C__________ disease Risk factors for ____ S_______ __________ mellitus Mental health Cancer ____, _____, STDs Accidents & injuries W______ control
Mortality
Cardiovascular disease
CFD
Stroke
Diabetes
HIV, AIDS
Weight
Older Adult's Health: The population of America ____ is steadily growing. This is accompanied by an __________ in chronic conditions, __________ demand for services & strained health care b_______ Most older adults live in the __________ Nurses focus on maintaining or improving _____-care & maintaining the __________ quality of life possible
65+ Increase, greater, budget
Community
Self, highest
Vulnerable Populations: People have __________ genetic compositions, s______ & e_________ resources, skills, __________ system, & access to ________ services People with lower income & lower education are at a __________ risk for health problems A goal in the US is to __________ health disparities by expanding access to __________
Different, social, environment, support, health Increased Eliminate, healthcare
Definition & Influencing factors: ____________: Susceptibility to actual or potential stressors that may lead to an adverse effect Results from the interaction of i_______ & e________ factors that cause a person to be susceptible to poor health __________ __________: Those groups with increased risk for developing adverse health outcomes
Vulnerability Internal, external
Vulnerable population
Vulnerable Populations: ______ likely to develop health problems More __________ to risk factors because they are often exposed to __________ risk factors More likely to suffer from health __________
More
Sensitive
Cumulative
Disparities
Predisposing Factors: Social & economic factors p________ people to vulnerability _________ is a primary cause of vulnerability and is a growing problem in the US Poor people have __________ rates of chronic illness _____ is related to vulnerability because people at both ends of the spectrum are less able physiologically to adapt to stressors
Predispose
Poverty
Higher
Age
Outcomes of Vulnerability: Outcomes of vulnerability can be __________, such as lower health status or they may be __________ with effective interventions __________ populations have worse health outcomes than other people in terms of m_______ & m_______ Often there is a _______ to vulnerability
Negative, positive
Vulnerable, morbidity, mortality
Cycle
Public Policies Affecting Vulnerable Populations: S_______ S_______ Act of 1935: Created the largest federal support program for _______ & poor Americans Social Security Act __________ of 1965: Medicare & Medicaid B__________ B________ Act of 1977: Influenced the use of resources for providing health services
Social Security, elderly
Amendments
Balanced Budget
Nursing Interventions: Trend toward providing more comprehensive, f_______-centered services when treating vulnerable populations; "____-______" services ______-around services C__________ services: Focus on more than one health problem A__________ S_______ justice
Family,
One-Stop
Wrap
Comprehensive
Advocacy
Social
Levels of prevention: Having a primary care provider who c__________ health services & provides p_________ services
Coordinates Preventative
Assessment Issues: Nurses work as p__________ with vulnerable clients to identify client s__________ & needs & develops intervention strategies designed to break the c_______ of vulnerability. Assessment should include:
Partners, strengths, cycle
Planning & Implementing Care for Vulnerable Populations: Create a t________ environment
Show r_______, compassion & concern
Do not make a__________
C__________ services & providers
A__________ for accessible HC services
Focus on p__________
Know what r__________ are available
Develop your own s_______ network
Trusting
Respect
Assumption
Coordinate
Advocate
Prevention
Resources
Support
Wheezing
High pitched continuous, usually heard on expiration
Ronchi
Low pitched, continuous, usually heard on inspiration, caused by fluid in the lungs Cleared with a cough
Crackles
Discontinuous, usually heard on inspiration High-pitched pooping or low-pitched bubbling/crackling
Stridor
Piercing high-pitched sound, obstructed airways, usually heard on inspiration Most serious sound
Stertor
Labored breathing that makes a snoring sound
__________ to a family member
__________
__________ sensitivity
Implement- role of __________ regarding health __________, acute care, & __________ care
Delegation, Collaboration, Cultural Educator, promotion, restorative Figure out who is the family spokeperson Teach the family about diet, exercise, psychosocial issues, etc.
Assessment should include:
S______________ resources
P__________ health needs
C__________ & genetic predisposition to illness
Amount of s______
Living e____________/ neighborhood
Socioeconomic
Preventative
Congenital
Stress
Environment