Term
| Older adult immunizations |
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Definition
Td booster- 1 every 10 years
Varicella - 2 doses
PPV - once at 65
Herpes Zoster - once over 60 |
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Term
| Middle and Older Adult Screening |
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Definition
DEXA for osteoporosis
Glaucoma/eye 2-3 years at least
Depression screendings |
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Term
| Hyperthermia Interventions |
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Definition
Obtain specimens for culture if ordered
Assess WBC, sed rates, electrolytes
Antipyretics - children by dose but no aspirin
Blankets during chills and removed when warm
Oral hygiene
Keep head covered
70-80 environment |
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Term
| Middle and Older Adult Screening |
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Definition
DEXA for osteoporosis
Glaucoma/eye 2-3 years at least
Depression screendings |
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Term
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Definition
clear-little residue: clear fruit juice, gelatin, broth
Full - clear and dairy, all juice, pureed veggies
Pureed - clear and full: pureed meats, fruits and eggs
Mechanical: clear/full, diced and ground |
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