Nurs 299

Sand which generation

The generation that takes care of there kids and parents

Subjective vs objective

Subjective is what the patient say and object are the findings the nurse does

Hope

An energizing source that has an orientation to future goals and outcomes

Presence

Define fidelity

Agreement to keep a promise

Define confidentiality

of keeping information private or secret; in health care the nurse shares information about a patient only with other nurses or health care providers who need to know private information about a patient to provide care for him or her; information can be shared only with the patient's consent.

Define autonomy

Ability or tendency to function independently

Define informed consent

Process of obtaining permission from a patient to perform a specific test or procedure after describing all risks, side effects, and benefits.

Healthcare beliefs of Jehovah’s Witness

refuse transfusion of whole blood, packed red cells, white blood cells, plasma, and platelets

Effects of hormonal changes

Menopause is the disruption of this cycle, primarily because of the inability of the neurohormonal system to maintain its periodic stimulation of the endocrine system.

Climacteric occurs in men in their late 40s or early 50s . Decreased levels of androgens cause the climac-teric.

What does PQRST stand for

P - Provocation/Palliation: What makes the pain better or worse?

• Q - Quality: How would you describe the pain (e.g., sharp, dull, burning)?

• R - Region/Radiation: Where is the pain located, and does it spread?

• S - Severity: On a scale of 0 to 10, how intense is the pain?

• T - Time: When did the pain start, and how long does it last?

when a nap reports an abnormality what do you do

Assess it first

What is required to view a family member’s medical record

To access a family member's medical records, you generally need a signed authorization from the patient or, if they are incapacitated or deceased, proof of your legal authority as their personal representative

Appropriate tasks to delegate to NAP?

vital sign measurements, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, toileting, and feeding, mobility support, and documentation of these activities

Inappropriate tasks to delegate

catheterization , medication , vitals sign after surgery , sterile procedures

Define libel & slander

Slander is what someone say and libel is written

Define erectile dysfunction

is a condition where a man has difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse.

What to do in a facility when you receive an inappropriate patient assignment?

Tell the supervisor

Contraception, also known as birth control or fertility control,

Contraception, also known as birth control or fertility control, refers to the intentional prevention of pregnancy through methods like barrier devices, hormonal interventions, intrauterine devices (IUDs), sterilization, or behavioral strategies

Risk factor for depression

Personal and Family History: Family history of depression, Genetics, Early childhood trauma or abuse, and History of other mental health disorders

Normal cognitive changes for older adults

As a natural part of aging, older adults may experience slower processing speed, increased difficulty with multitasking, and mild memory lapses, but their knowledge and skills often remain stable or even improv

Normal findings in older adult skin assessment

thinning, wrinkling, and the appearance of age spots, along with potential dryness and changes in skin turgor, but without signs of lesions, rashes, or other concerning issuS

Concerns with sexual function in the elderly population

like erectile dysfunction in men and decreased libido/lubrication in women

Prioritizing Care: Effects of antidepressants on libido

Lower sex drive