Lecture Notes Flashcards

Flashcards based on lecture notes for exam preparation.

What is the Amsler Grid Test used for?

A test used to detect waviness, indicating potential cataracts or macular degeneration.

What does Tinnitus indicate?

Toxicity of Acetylsalicylic Acid (Aspirin).

Which assessment test evaluates Cranial Nerve 2 (CN 2)?

Snellen Chart.

Which assessment tests Cranial Nerves 3, 4, & 6?

Cardinal Positions of Gaze.

What does PERRLA stand for?

Pupils Equal Round Reactive to Light and Accommodation.

What is a non-invasive test for Glaucoma?

Visual Fields test.

What is an invasive test for Glaucoma?

Tonometry (usually greater than 30; normal = 10-20).

What type of solution is used for fluid deficit in burn patients?

Hypotonic or Colloidal Solution (3% NS).

What are the key monitoring parameters and risks for burn patients?

High Hematocrit, Telemetry Monitor (High Potassium & Low Sodium), Risk for Infection (Increased WBC), Hypothermia, Hyperglycemia.

What do you watch for when medicating a burn patient for pain before debridement?

Respiratory Suppression.

What is the treatment for Retinal Detachment?

Scleral Buckling; report signs of infection or detachment post-op.

How is retinal detachment diagnosed?

Opthalmoscope.

What are examples of Topical Antimicrobials used for burns?

Silvadene & Sulfamylon.

What is an example of a Topical Debriding Agent?

Santyl.

What is the main priority for the emergent phase in burns?

Hypovolemic shock (3rd spacing).

What causes hypovolemic shock in burn patients?

Increases capillary permeability.

What should a patient with Meniere’s disease avoid?

Sudden movements and standing up fast, high NA+ intake and smoking. Increase Exercise.

What medications are given for Meniere's disease?

Valium (Benzodiazepine) and Meclizine (Antivertigo).

What is the primary assessment with a patient with AIDS?

Risk for infection (Respiratory); limit visitors due to low WBC count and wash hands.

What medication can cause cataracts with long-term use?

Corticosteroids (long term use can cause cataracts).

According to the Rule of Nines, what percentages are assigned to different body areas?

Both Arms = 18%, Both Legs = 36%, Trunk = 36%, Head = 9%, Perineum = 1%.

What is the priority nursing intervention after a stapedectomy?

FALL RISK precautions!! (side rails, bed at lowest, non-slip shoes, etc) and Meclizine.

What is the primary nursing education for patients with Wide Angle Glaucoma?

Medication compliance.

How do you guide a newly blinded patient to the bathroom?

Ask patient to take your arm/elbow and you walk 1 foot ahead of them.

How should you communicate with a blind patient?

Make yourself known when you walk into the room or leave the room, let them know everything you are doing before you do it.

What is the first action when a patient comes to the ER with an insect in their ear?

Apply warm mineral oil or lidocaine spray.

A burn patient on fluid replacement has only urinated 20 cc in the last hour. Is this normal?

Notify the doctor.

What are the symptoms of retinal detachment?

Painless, floaters, flashing lights, curtains/shadows, no headache.

What are the symptoms of macular degeneration?

Central vision loss, no pain, usually genetic.

What should a patient avoid after corneal transplant?

Avoid increasing intraocular pressure (sneezing, coughing, vomiting, bending over, jogging, running, dancing, jerking of head).