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Figure out why? Why did I do so poorly? Do I understand the material? Do I understand how to read the questions? Review your exam Go to office hours Utilize the resources you have available (book, Youtube, classmates, teacher, record your lecture, tutoring) No negative self talk
Thyroid gland Makes T4 and T3Heart RateUse of fats and carbsRegulate protein productionStimulates your nervous system Risk Factors Family historyFemaleType 1 diabetes Causes Graves diseaseThyroiditisIncreased iodine Signs & Symptoms Mnemonic SweatingWeight lossEmotional liability/eyes bulgeAppetite is increasedTachycardiaIntolerance to heat/irregular mensesNervousnessGoiter/GI issues Diagnosis Thyroid panelThyroid scanRadioactive iodine uptake test Nursing Interventions Daily weightsMonitor vitals sign and EKGAdminister … Continue reading Hyperthyroidism
Nursing Interventions Teaching Explain what you are doing, what will happen Assess the patient’s understanding Involve the family Answer questions Emotional Aspect Feelings about illness and surgery Coping Self concept and body images Risk Factors Age Obesity Chronic Disease HIGH RISK MEDICAITONS TO SCREEN FOR Aspirin NSAIDS Steroids Vitamins Herbal Supplements Blood thinners Antidepressants Anticonvulsants … Continue reading Preoperative Nursing
Insulin gets glucose into the cells to be used as energy. Decreased or no insulin means glucose doesn’t get used correctly. The body starts breaking down fat to use for energy. Ketones are a byproduct of fat breakdown. Ketones cause metabolic acidosis. Untreated it can lead to death. The Causes of DKA Risk Factors *Type … Continue reading Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Assess Dermatomes, Vital Signs, Head to Toe Assessment, Nausea/vomiting, manage lines/drains, PCA, diet, SCDs, Teach incentive spirometer 3 Phases of Recovery Aldrete Score Activity Unable to move Moves 2 extremities Moves all 4 Extremities Respiration Apnea Dyspnea Cough and Deep breath Circulation BP +50mmHg BP +20-50mmHg BP+20mmHg pre sedation Conciseness Not Responsive Arousable on calling … Continue reading Postoperative Nursing
A condition in which the placenta is implanted close to or covers the cervical os Risk Factors 3 Types Total placenta previa: Rarely resolves Partial placenta previa: Sometimes resolves Marginal placenta previa: Sometimes resolves Signs & Symptoms Digital examination of the cervix is deferred until placenta previa has been excluded Diagnostic test of choice is … Continue reading Placenta Previa
Generic: alendronate Class: bisphosphonate Used for osteoporosis (menopause, glucocorticoid use, Paget’s disease) Taken once a day or once a week Given for only 3 to 5 years Start seeing changes after 1 month Side Effects Adverse Effects Tips Contraindications PregnancyBreastfeedingEsophageal disordersHypocalcemiaThose who can’t sit up for 30 min
CMP, chem 14, chemistry panel Diagnosis happens after symptoms have developed. Objective data Screening routine check-up before symptoms occur Monitoring check for side effects of medications, routine blood sugar monitoring, response after treatment Results may vary depending on your age, gender, health history, medications hormone levels, pregnancy, dehydration, eating or exercise. Electrolytes Glucose sugar used for energyCalcium needed by the heart, … Continue reading Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
2 Types: Ischemic (Most common, think clots) Hemorrhagic (Aneurysms, think bleeding) Risk Factors Left Side Signs & Symptoms ● Difficulty reading, writing and speaking● Right sided weakness/ paralysis● Visual field changes● Depression● Anger Right Side Signs & Symptoms Don’t forget to act FAST! Face Uneven smile? Arm Drift Raise both arms Speech Sound strange Time … Continue reading Cerebral Vascular Accident (Stroke)
*Prenatal test to check fetal wellbeing in a pregnant woman *Usually done after 32 weeks but can be done sooner after 24 weeks Breathing Movements At least 1 lasting 60 seconds in a 30-minute period 0 breathing movements Body Movements 3 movements in 30 minutes 2 or less in 30 minutes Muscle Tone 1 extension … Continue reading Biophysical Profile