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236 Cards in this Set

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naso, rhino
nose
tonsillo
tonsil
laryngo
larynx
tracheo
trachea
bronchus, broncho
bronchus (pl. bronchi)
pulmo, pneuma, pneum
lung
neuro
nerve
cerebrum
brain
ochulo, ophtalmo
eye
oto
ear
psych, psycho
mind
urethro
urethra
cysto
bladder
uretero
ureter
reni, reno, nephro
kidney
pyelo
pelvis of kidney
uro
urine
vulvo
vulva
perineo
perineum
labio
labium (pl. labia)
vagino, colpo
vagina
cervico
cervix
utero
womb, uterus
tubo, salpingo
fallopian tube
ovario, oophoro
ovary
orchido
testes
crani
head
cervico, tracheo
neck
thoraco
chest
abdomino
abdomen
dorsum
back
cutis, dermato
skin
lipo
fat
musculo, myo
muscle
osteo
bone
myelo
marrow
chondro
cartilage
cyto
cell
genetic
formation, origin
gram
tracing or mark
What does the upper GI tract include?
mouth, esophagus, stomach, & small intestine
what does the lower GI tract include?
large intestine
what is the chief function of the large intestine?
absorption of water & elimination of waste
what are hemorrhoids?
enlarged veins in the anal canal
describe the internal anal sphincter
made of smooth muscle; involuntary control in response to distension in the rectum
describe the external anal sphincter
under voluntary control; skeletal muscle
what is peristalsis?
passage of food through the GI tract through wavelike/propulsion. stimulated by intake of food & fluid in the GI tract
how often does peristalsis occur in the large intestine?
1-4 times in 24 hours
what muscles are normally used in defecation?
pressure is exerted to expel feces by contracting the abdominal muscles & the diaphragm. contraction of the muscles in the pelvic floor & simultaneous relaxation of the sphincter help push fecal mass through anal canal
what does feces consist of?
solid waste material consisting chiefly of dead bacteria, undigested food particles & water
what does bright or dark red blood in the feces indicate?
a lower GI bleed
what does blood on the surface of stool or toilet tissue usually indicate?
lower rectal bleeding or hemorrhoids
what causes black tarry stools?
1. meds can make feces black ex. iron
2. blood entered in stomach or small intestine called melena
what does guaiac test for?
determines occult blood
what are 2 changes the elderly experience in defecation?
1. atony: lack of normal muscle tone-slower peristalsis-hard, dry feces.
2. decreased tone of abdominal muscles decreases pressure exerted during bowel evacuation
how can psychological stressors affect defecation?
1. excessive stress may lead to increased peristaltic activity & diarrhea; or decreased peristaltic activity & constipation
what are nursing measures to promote regular defecation?
1. balanced diet that contains adequate bulk/high residue (prunes, bran, fiber, fresh fruit & veggies, whole grain)
2. adequate fluid intake
3. regular time & adequate time to defecate
4. regular exercise
5. privacy
6. rectal suppositories, enemas, laxatives only when necessary
what should the nurse observe the pt's stool for?
color, consistency, shape, & amount
constipation
passage of unduly hard dry stools due to delay in evacuation of feces
-frequency may be a hint, but the most important factor is consistency!
predisposing factors that can lead to constipation
1. weak abdominal muscles
2. diet poor in bulk or fluid
3. no food
4. prolonged bedrest or immobilization
5. ignoring call to defecate
6. chronic abuse of harsh laxatives
7. painful lesions
8. obstruction
9. systemic diseases
10.medications
11. emotional person w/ poor diet or neurotic persons
12. pregnancy
13. lack of exercise
symptoms of constipation
1. loss of appetite
2. headache
3. distension of abdomen
4. flatus
5. tenesmus (frequent painful straining in attempts @ defecation-unproductive of stool)
nursing measures to prevent or relieve constipation
1. teach client importance of exercise, healthy diet, adequate fluids, & regular time for defecation
2. help pt get on regular routine
3. privacy
4. provide hot/warm fluids to facilitate peristalsis
fecal impaction
mass or collection of hard feces in rectum resulting from prolonged retention
signs of fecal impaction
no normal stool, passage of liquid material
causes of fecal impaction
poor defecation habits & constipation; certain medications-barium enema
treatment of fecal impaction
digital removal or enema
sources of air in flatulence
swallowed air;
gas from bacterial decomposition of food residue;
gas diffused from blood stream
treatment for flatulence
exercise or rectal tube
fecal incontinence
loss of voluntary ability to control fecal & gaseous discharges
diarrhea
passage of excessively liquid unformed stool due to rapid passage through lower GI tract;
consistency is most important factor
common causes of diarrhea
hyper motility of intestines/increased peristalsis;;;
emotional stress
intestinal infection
food intolerance
food allergies
meds
colon diseases
surgical alterations
symptoms of diarrhea
frequent watery stools;
intestinal cramps;
spasmodic abdominal pain';;
symptoms due to loss of fluid & electrolytes: poor tissue turgor, thirst, weightloss, weakness, fatigue, general malaise
treatment of diarrhea
replace fluid & electrolytes if there is a major loss;
diet gradually increased;
have bedpan convenient;
ventilate room if possible;
treat skin excoriation around anus;
emotional support;
antidiarrheal agents may be ordered
stomach functions
stores food while eating;
secretes digestive fluids;
churns food to aid in digestion;
pushes chyme into small intestine through pyloric sphincter
small intestine functions
secretes enzymes that digest proteins & carbs
enema
introduction of a solution into the large intestine, usually to remove feces. the solution irritates the intestinal mucosa, thus increasing peristalsis
oral intestinal lavage
used to cleanse intestine of feces
what are the vital signs?
temp
pulse
respiration
bp
pain
temperature
balance b/w heat production & loss in degrees
heat production
source of body heat is cellular activity especially in muscles & secreting glands produced by metabolic processes of the body
factors causing rise in amount of heat produced
1. shivering
2. specific dynamic action of foods
3. increased metabolic rate
4. exercise/ambulation
5. vital physiological processes
6. basal heat production
7. carbs, fats, proteins
8. strong emotions
9. increased environment temp
10. drugs like caffeine & smoking
factors causing decrease in heat produced:
1. illness decreases muscular activity
2. fasting
3. lowered vitality & activity
4. sleep
5. depression of nervous system
6. drugs (antipyretics)
heat loss
heat is lost from body by radiation, conduction, convection, evaporation, & small amount through body wastes
define radiation
transfer of heat from one object to another w/o touching, contact, or transfer medium
define conduction
transfer of heat b/w 2 objects which are in contact
define convection
transfer of heat through air or liquid
define evaporation
occurs when water is changed to vapor using heat in process
heat regulation center of body
hypothalamus
average oral body temp
98.6f, 37c
average rectal body temp
1 degree higher than oral

99.6f, 37.4c
average axillary body temp
1 degree lower than oral

97.6f, 36.4c
factors that affect body temp & may cause variations
1. age: newborns increased, elderly decreased
2. time of day; lowest in am, highest in pm
3. sex or gender-female rise in ovulation
4. emotions
5. exercise increases temp
6. temp of environment
7. foods, fluids, & smoking
how do you convert C to F?
multiply by 9/5 & add 32
how do you convert F to C?
subtract 32 & multiply by 5/9
define pyrexia
elevation of body temp above normal-disturbance in heat regulation-either increase heat production or decrease heat loss
constant fever
increase in body temp with no more than 1 degree variation in 24 hours
remittent fever
implies variation during 24 hours but minimum-remains above normal
intermittent fever
when body temp rises and returns to normal daily
what are the stages of fever?
1. onset
2. course
3. termination
symptoms of onset of fever
chills c/o feeling cold
shivering
pallid skin
goose bumps
pulse rate
rising rectal temp
symptoms of course of fever
headache
flushing
skin warm to touch
rise in temp-disorientation, confusion, convulsions
weakness and achiness
weight loss
anorexia, nausea
dehydration
termination of fever
diaphoresis (very sweaty)
reddening of skin
possible dehydration
crisis
temp returns to normal suddenly
lysis
temp returns to normal gradually
care of febrile patient
1. remove underlying pathology (cultures, antibiotics, prevent reinfection)
2. fluid & electrolyte balance (I&O, increase oral intake, IVs)
3. promote nutrition (small frequent feedings)
4. reduce fever (antipyretics, tepid water sponge bath, hypothermia pad)
5. provide comfort (keep skin, clothing, & linen clean & dry; mouth care)
circulation of blood in the heart
vena cava--r atrium--tricuspid valve--r ventricle--pulmonary artery---lungs--pulmonary veins---l atrium---mitral valve---l ventricle--aorta--arteries--arterioles--capillaries---venules---veins
define pulse
the expansion of the arterial wall occurring as the wave of blood is forced through it by the contraction of the l ventricle. rate determined by counting each expansion in a given period of time.
what can cause a change in pulse?
a. change in volume of blood pumped through heart
b. any interference c functioning of heart
c. any variation in the rate of the heart beat
d. any change in the elasticity of the arterial wall
what are the pulse sites?
temporal
carotid
apical
brachial
radial
femoral
popliteal
posterior tibial
dorsalis pedis/pedal
how to take a pulse
use 2nd, 3rd, 4th fingers. place lightly on skin at a place where artery passes over underlying bone
dont use thumb
count for 1/2 minute, multiply by 2
when should you take a pulse for a full minute?
when initially counting a pulse;
if irregular;
on meds that affect heart;
any cardiac problems
pulse rate
# of bmp
adults range 60 to 100 bpm
factors causing variations in pulse rate
1. age-decreases w/ age
2. physique
3. sex, female slightly higher
4. posture-increases as you assume upright position
5. exercise
6. food-metabolic rate increases after eating
7. increased body temp-10 beats per degree elevation
8. drugs
9. blood pressure: bp decreases, pulse increases; bp increases, pulse decreases
10. disease conditions
11. hemorrhage causes bp decrease, pulse increase
tachycardia
fast heart rate (higher than 100 bpm)
bradycardia
slow heart rate (less than 60 bpm)
pulse rhythm
pattern of beats
normal pulse rhythm
equal force & equal time interval b/w beats
arrhythmia
irregular rhythm
volume
normal pulse can be felt w/ moderate pressure of fingers & can be obliterated w/ greater pressure
normal volume
volume of each beat is equal
bounding pulse
forceful or full blood volume that is obliterated only w/ difficulty
weak/thready/feeble pulse
is readily obliterated c pressure
apical pulse
point of maximum impulse of heart against chest wall on L side of chest; space b/w 5-6 ribs, 2-3" left of sternum just below L nipple
indications of apical pulse
radial pulse is difficult to count;
some cardiac conditions;
pts on meds where accurate pulse rate is important
apical/radial pulse
2 people-1 counts radial & 1 counts apical
healthy=equal
pulse deficit is difference b/w apical & radial pulses
define respiration
means by which a person exchanges gases w/ atmosphere;
inspiration-breathe in
expiration-breathe out
external respiration
exchange of O2 & CO2 b/w alveoli of lungs & blood
internal respiration
exchange of O2 & CO2 b/w blood & body, takes place in cells that make up tissues
respiratory center
medulla oblongata; controls rate & depth of respiration
thoracic breathing
accomplished chiefly by costal muscles of the chest (women)
abdominal breathing
accomplished by abdominal muscles (men)
average rate of respiration for a normal adult
12-20/minute
factors influencing rate of respiration
1. age: decreases w/ age
2. body temp increases, respiration increases
3. exercise
4. emotions
tachypnea
abnormal increase in respiratory rate-20 per min
bradypnea
abnormal decrease in respiratory rate 12 per min
eupnea
normal breathing regular, effortless
depth of respiration
determined by observing chest movement. normal adult inhales & exhales 500 ml air c each breath
title volume
volume of air normally exchanged c each breath
characterized by shallow, deep, normal
hyperpnea
increased depth in respiration
hypopnea
decreased depth in respiration
quality or character of respirations
digressions from normal effortless breathing, also presence of sounds accompanying breathing
dyspnea
difficulty breathing
orthopnea
difficulty breathing lying down c relief when sitting
apnea
lack of breathing
cheyne-stokes respirations
irregularity in depth & periods of apnea
Kussmauls respirations
"air hunger"
stertorous breathing sounds
noising breathing, snoring sound
strider breathing sounds
acute constriction of trachea
harsh crowing sound
rales of rhonchi
bubbling or crackling sounds
respiratory rhythm
refers to regularity of inspiration & expiration
respiratory symmetry
synchronous movements of each side of chest
respiratory color
anoxia is present when a pt is not receiving adequate O2
define blood pressure
the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessels
systolic pressure
max pressure/force exerted on walls of arteries when L ventricle contracts & pushes blood into the aorta
diastolic pressure
constant minimum pressure on the arterial walls
pulse pressure
difference b/w systolic & diastolic
factors affecting normal arterial pressure
1. cardiac output
2. peripheral resistance
3. volume of blood in circulatory system
4. viscosity of blood
5. elasticity of vessel walls
factors affecting bp
1. age: bp may be increased in older, decreased in children
2. sex: slightly higher in men
3. body build: obesity increases bp
4. exercise: muscular exertion temporarily increases bp
5. pain: severe pain increases bp
6. emotions
7. disease: diseases affecting circulatory & renal systems may increase bp; diseases that weaken the heart may decrease bp
8. drugs: vasoconstrictors increase bp; vasodilators decrease bp
9. hemorrhage: decreases blood volume, decreases bp
average adult bp
120/80
average range of systolic
100-140
average range of diastolic
60-90
hypertension pressure
140 systolic or 90 diastolic
hypotension pressure
100 systolic
systolic sound
1st sound heart
diastolic sound
last sound heard; point of complete cessation
BP is contraindicated:
1. diseased or injured extremity
2. paralyzed extremity
3. dialysis shunt or fistula (pt c red bracelet)
4. same side as breast or axillary surgery (pt c red bracelet)
5. avoid IV arm if possible
6. avoid picc line (peripherally inserted catheter)
pediatric pain scales
wong baker faces pain rating scale: 3 yrs & older
Flacc scale: for newborn to 7 years
Painad scale
for cognitively impaired pts
primary hypertension
has no known cause
characterized by an increase above normal in both systolic & diastolic pressures
secondary hypertension
cause by another disease condition like kidney disease, disorders of the adrenal cortex & aorta`
what are some high fiber foods?
whole grains
bran
dried peas & beans
fresh fruit & veggies
what are some constipating foods?
processed cheese
lean meats
eggs
pasta
what are some foods with a laxative effect?
certain fruits & veggies
bran
chocolate
spicy foods
alcohol
coffee
what are some gas producing foods?
onions
cabbage
beans
cauliflower
Cathartic or laxative drugs
induce defecation, may have laxative or purgitive effect
suppository
solid cone shaped, medicated or glycerine substance inserted into the rectum
melts at body temp
needs to be inserted beyond the internal anal sphincter
must be lubricated
digital removal
manual extraction of feces
done for clients c an impaction where the fecal mass may be too large to be passed
involves breaking fecal mass c finger & removing it in sections
usually followed by an enema or cathartic
what can excessive manipulation during digital removal cause?
irritation to the mucosa
bleeding
stimulation of the vagus nerve which may cause the heart rate to slow
rectal tube
should be used as a last resort, exercise used first
used for excessive flatus
insert tube 3-5"
leave in place for 20 mins
GUAIAC
fecal occult blood specimen test
enema
instillation of solution into rectum & sigmoid colon
primary reason for enemas
to promote defecation by stimulation of peristalsis
uses for enemas
temporary relief of constipation
removal of impacted feces
emptying bowel before diagnostic tests, surgery, or child birth
beginning a bowel program
vehicle for drugs that exert effect on rectal mucosa
types of enemas
cleansing
carminative
oil retention
return flow
medicated
cleansing enemas
promote evacuation of feces
act by stimulating peristalsis through infusion of large volume of solution or local irritation of colon's mucosa
types of cleansing enemas
TWE
SSE
Saline
Hypertonic
TWE
tap water enema
hypotonic solution
water toxicity/circulatory overload can occur in repeated TWEs
SSE
soap suds enema
Saline enema
same osmotic pressure as fluids in interstitial spaces
volume stimulates peristalsis
hypertonic solution enema
draws water into intestine, use small amount
Carminative enema
provides relief from flatus & distension
improves ability to pass flatus
MGW 30-60-90
(30 magnesium 60 glycerin 90 water)
oil retention enemas
lubricates rectum & colon
feces absorb oil; become softer & easier to pass
retained for several hours
often followed by a cleansing enema
return flow enemas
aka Harrish Flush, Slush enema
mild colonic irrigation that helps to expel flatus
administer small amount into rectum and lower container to allow solution to flow back through rectal tube and into container
process is repeated several times
reduces flatus & promotes peristalsis
medicated enemas
enemas that contain drugs
1. Kayexalate-used to treat PTs c dangerously high potassium levels
2. enema c Neomycin solution-antibiotic to reduce bacteria in bowel before surgery
guidelines for administering enemas
use clean technique, wear gloves
tube is lubricated
warm temp solution 105-110 F
(too hot solution can burn intestinal mucosa, too cold can cause cramping & is difficult to retain)
adult enema usually 750-1000 cc
position: L lateral or L simms position so sigmoid colon is below the rectum facilitating instillation of fluid
insert tube 3-4"
solution is held 12-18" above rectum
stoma
part of the ostomy (intestinal mucosa) brought to the abdominal wall
ileostomy
allows liquid fecal content from the ileum to be eliminated through the stoma
colostomy
permits formed feces in the colon to exit through the stoma
nitrogenous wastes of cellular metabolism excreted in the urine
play an important role in fluid & electrolyte balance
kidneys
2, in retroperitoneal space
chief function-filter waste products from blood
produce urine
normal output: 50cc/hr
less than 30 cc/hr may indicate hypovolemia or kidney failure
bladder
reservoir for urine average adult bladder holds 60cc
urine amounts
1000 to 2000 cc/24 hrs
anything less than 750cc or more than 3000cc is unusual
minimum output of urine is 30cc/hr
720 cc/day
how does sodium affect urine output?
fluid retention, decrease output
urine color characteristics
color: yellow ranging from straw to amber
darker: more concentrated
lighter: more dilute
bleeding from kidneys or ureters: dark red blood
bleeding from bladder or urethra: bright red blood
urine clarity characteristics
clarity: normally clear & transparent
may turn cloudy on standing due to precipitation of mucous
urine odor characteristics
faintly aromatic
as it stands becomes more concentrated; ammonia like odor
fishy odor-may be bacteria
fruity odor may indicate ketonuria
urine specific gravity
measures concentration of particles in urine
1.010-1.030
pH of urine
4.6-8.0 slightly acidic
what is I &O recorded in?
cc; not oz. 1oz=30cc
anuria
technically no urine voided; 24hr output less than 100 cc
renal failure
dysuria
painful or difficult urination
polyuria
voiding large amounts
oliguria
small amount in relation to fluid intake
nocturia
frequency of urination at night
hematuria
blood in the urine
pyuria
pus in the urine
glycosuria
sugar or glucose in the urine
proteinuria
albumin or protien in the urine
urgency
feeling need to void immediately
frequency
voiding at frequent intervals
hesitancy
difficulty intiating urination
dribbling
leakage of urine despite voluntary control
retention
accumulation of urine in blader with inability to empty
incontinence
inability to voluntary control urination
enuresis
bedwetting at night
burning
warm local irritation when voiding
urinary retention
bladder is unable to empty or completely empty
usually holds about 600cc but in retention may hold more than 1000cc
bladder distends to level of umbilicus
UTI
commonly caused by e coli
common causes: catheterization
organisms enter urethral meatus
residual urine ideal site for microorganism
symptoms: burning, urgency, frequency
stress incontinence
inability to control urine when intra abdominal pressure increases
urge incontinence
passage of urine c strong sense of urgency to void
reasons for urinary catheterization
1. relieve urinary retention
2. obtain sterile urine specimen
3. measure amount of residual urine
4. long term management of incompetent bladder
5. empty bladder before, during, or after surgery
hazards associated c urinary catheterization
1. infection-U system is sterile
2. trauma especially c male pts
who may need to be on I&O?
pts c pyrexia
pts c edema
pts receiving diuretics
pts placed on restrictive fluids
pts c excessive fluid & electrolyte loss
pts c IV
post op pts
what does intake include?
all liquids & liquids at room temp
liquids taken:
orally
tube feedings
by vein (IV, blood products)
any liquids
what does liquid output include?
urine
diarrhea
vomitus
gastric suction
contents of drainage devices
how is I&O measured?
in cc
1 oz=30 cc
average daily intake 2,000-2,500cc
average daily output 1,000-2,000cc