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Phases of menstrual cycle |
Preovulatory phase Luteal phase Menstrual phase Proliferative phase
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Early manifestations of bladder cancer |
Hematuria with no pain. Later symptoms: hematuria with dysuria & frequency |
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Tonometry |
Method of measuring intraocular fluid normal range between 10-21mmHg In glaucoma range 22-32mmHg |
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Pyelonephritis |
Risk factors diabetes mellitus, hypertension, chronic renal calculi, chronic cystitis, structural abnormalities of the urinary tract, presence of urinary stones, and Indwelling or frequent urinary catheterization. |
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Parathyroid hormone |
Responsible for maintaining serum calcium and phosphorus levels within normal range |
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Thyroid hormone |
Responsible for maintaining normal metabolic rate in the body |
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Common manifestations of Addison's disease |
Postural hypotension from fluid loss, syncope, muscle weakness, anorexia, nausea and vomiting, abdominal cramps, weight-loss, depression and irritability |
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Decorticate posturing |
Nonfunctioning cerebral cortex |
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Extensor posturing |
Brainstem lesion midbrain and medulla oblongata |
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Indications of clotting in a fistula |
Inability to palpate a thrill or auscultate a bruit over the fistula. Complains of tingling or discomfort in the extremity |
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Early signs of gastric cancer |
Indigestion, full feeling, epigastric back or retrosternal pain, abdominal discomfort |
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Late signs of gastric cancer |
Dysphasia, nausea and vomiting, weakness and fatigue, anorexia, and weight-loss, sensation of pressure in the stomach, obstructive anemia, iron deficiency anemia, ascites, and palpable epigastric mass. |
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Complaints of inner ear |
Tinnitus and vertigo |
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Complaints of middle ear |
Hearing loss |
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Risk factors for the development of pneumonia |
Gastric feedings, stroke, prolonged immobility, consumption of small pieces of food, immunosuppressive medications, aging, air pollution, altered consciousness chronic disease, altered oropharyngeal flora secondary to antibiotics, debilitating illness, Malnutrition, being a resident of a long-term care facility, smoking, tracheal intubation, upper respiratory infection |
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Function of semicircular Canals in the ear |
Aid the patient in the sense of balance in example vertigo |
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Mastoiditis of the ear |
Expected findings include red, dull, thick and immobile Tympanic membrane. The nurse should note swelling behind the ear and pain with minimal movement of the head. |
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Signs of a transfusion reaction |
backache, chills, itching, rash
expected findings include fatigue weakness and tiredness |
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Preventing dumping syndrome |
Lie down for 30 minutes after eating. Do NOT ambulate. Limit the amount of fluid taken at meals. Avoid high carb foods including fluids and fruit nectars. Eat in a low fowler's position |
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HIV and CD4 T-cell count |
Immune System healthy about 500 cells/L Immune problems between 200 and 499 cells/L Severe immune problems below 200 cells/L |
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Risk factors for Candida albicans infection of the mouth |
Chemotherapy, DM, antibiotic therapy, immunosuppression |
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Risk factors for leukemia |
Genetic factors, exposure to viruses, exposure to radiation, immunological factors, environmental factors, exposure to chemicals and certain medications. |
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Hypocalcemia |
Calcium is needed by the heart for contraction. Low levels could lead to severe ventricular dysrhythmias, prolonged QT intervals, and ultimately cardiac arrest |
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Clinical manifestations of the thyroid storm |
High temperatures fever, tachycardia, hypertension, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, irritability, confusion, and seizures. If it progresses can lead to a coma |
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Hippocampus |
Storage of memory |
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Broca's area |
Aphasia |
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Wernicke's area |
Understand language |
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Motor cortex in the pre central gyrus |
Voluntary motor activity |
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Paget's disease |
Includes back pain and leg pain, a crouched forward posture, legs that bow outward. Due to disturbances with bone resorption and regeneration. |
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Risk factors for hypertension |
Aging, obesity, African-American race, male gender, high sodium intake, family history, smoking, stress, excessive alcohol intake, hyperlipidemia, and increase caffeine intake |
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Risk factors for testicular cancer |
Ages 15 to 40, history of undescended testicle, and family history of testicular cancer. |
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Age-related changes associated with the G.I. system |
Decreased need for calories, decreased lean bodyweight, decreased stomach emptying time, decreased appetite, thirst and oral intake, and an increase tendency towards constipation. |
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Radioactive iodine uptake test |
Normal levels after 2 to 4 hours 3% to 10%. Levels in 24 hours 5% to 30%. Elevated levels equal hyperthyroidism decreased values indicate a low T4 and hypothyroidism |
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Homecare instructions for patient following cardiac surgery |
Incision will heal 6 to 8 weeks. Return to activities progressively at home. The patient should limit pushing or pulling activities for at least six weeks because of the tension. Avoid crossing the legs or wearing knee-high stockings. Report redness or drainage. Resume sexual activity per the advice of HCP. |
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Risk factors for an MI |
Stress, hypertension, atherosclerosis, obesity, coronary artery disease, elevated LDL, smoking, physical inactivity, and impaired glucose tolerance. |
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Glucose tolerance test instruction |
Withhold morning insulin and oral hypoglycemic medications on the day of the test. Avoid strenuous exercise for 8 hours prior & after the test. Avoid alcohol, coffee, and smoking for 36 hours before the test. Eat a diet with at least 150 g of carbs for three days before the test. |
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Hepatitis A |
Transmitted by the fecal oral route via contaminated food or infected foodhandlers |
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Cellulitis interventions |
Administer antibiotics as prescribed Promote rest of the affected area. Clean the skin with antibacterial soap as prescribed. Apply warm compresses to the area to promote circulation and comfort |
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Episodic assessment |
Follow-up assessment |
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Episodic assessment |
Follow-up assessment |
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Focused assessment |
Addresses a limited or short-term problem such as chief complaint |
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Episodic assessment |
Follow-up assessment |
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Focused assessment |
Addresses a limited or short-term problem such as chief complaint |
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Complete assessment |
Includes complete health history and physical assessment and forms a baseline for future comparison |
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Episodic assessment |
Follow-up assessment |
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Focused assessment |
Addresses a limited or short-term problem such as chief complaint |
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Complete assessment |
Includes complete health history and physical assessment and forms a baseline for future comparison |
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Emergency assessment |
Involves the rapid collection of data and often times in implementing lifesaving measures |
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Cerebrospinal fluid |
Is clear. Test positive for glucose. May have small numbers of my WBC and protein. NO RBCs! |
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Cushing's syndrome manifestations |
Moon face, truncal obesity, buffalo hump fat pad, hypokalemia, peripheral edema, hypertension, increased appetite and weight gain. |
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Cushing syndrome caused by? |
Excess cortisol |
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Signs of hearing loss |
Answering questions incorrectly. Shouting in conversation. Increasing the volume on the TV or radio. Having a better understanding of speech in smaller groups versus larger groups. Avoiding large groups. Frequently asking others to repeat statements. Straining to hear. Turning the head or leaning Ringing in the ears. Failing to respond when not looking in the direction of the sound. And withdrawing from social interaction. |
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Nursing interventions for a patient who has just undergone cystoscopy of the bladder |
Increase fluid intake, monitor I/O, Administer sitz bath as prescribed. Encourage deep breathing exercises REPORT DEEP RED bleeding or blOOD CLOTS in the urine. |
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Where is S2 heard |
Base of heart |
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Where is S1 heard? |
Apex of the heart |
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Clinical manifestation of diabetes insipidus |
Muscle pain, tachycardia, dehydration, postural hypotension, inability to concentrate urine, polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, low urinary specific gravity, weakness, and headache. |