Nursing Exam Review Flashcards

These flashcards focus on key nursing concepts and vocabulary to assist in exam preparation.

Limit-setting

A technique used to create boundaries and expectations in patient interactions to prevent conflicts.

Recovery/post-crisis phase

The phase experienced by a patient who has calmed down after an episode of anger and is apologetic.

Restraints

Devices used to restrict a patient's movement, requiring careful consideration of safety measures.

Arterial Blood Gases (ABGs)

Tests measuring pH, PaCO2, and HCO3 levels to assess respiratory and metabolic conditions.

Medical neglect

Failure to provide necessary medical care, exemplified by parents who refuse to believe in doctors for a sick child.

Neglect

Failure to meet a vulnerable person's basic needs, such as food, hygiene, or shelter.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

A childhood behavioral disorder characterized by argumentative and defiant behaviors.

Healthy People 2030

A framework aiming to improve health outcomes, providing data, and promoting healthy habits among populations.

Pursed-lip breathing

A technique for COPD patients involving inhaling through the nose and exhaling through pursed lips to help with breathing.

CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure)

A device that helps patients with sleep apnea by providing a continuous airflow to maintain open airways.

Hypoalbuminemia

A condition characterized by low serum albumin levels, indicating poor nutrition and the potential need for total parenteral nutrition.

Partial-thickness skin loss

A stage of pressure injury indicating that only the outer layers of skin are affected.

Assault

A verbal threat of physical harm without physical contact.

Involuntary psychiatric hold

A legal action that allows for the detention of an individual who poses a danger to themselves or others.

Dental enamel erosion

A physical finding that suggests bulimia nervosa, as opposed to anorexia nervosa.

Manic episode

A period characterized by elevated mood, increased activity, and potential psychotic features.

Coping strategies

Techniques used by individuals to manage stress, emotions, and conflicts.

Falls risk interventions

Actions taken to prevent falls among older adults, such as ensuring adequate lighting and removing hazards.