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Term
regulated by both nervous and chemical mechanisms
Definition
respiration
Term
contains the medulla oblongata and the pons of the brain
Definition
nervous
Term
involves blood levels of O2 and CO2
Definition
Chemical
Term
major regulator of resp. bc even small changes in its blood level can change pH
Definition
CO2
Term
causes hypoventilation/decrease in resp. 
Definition
Resp. Acidosis
Term
What happens in Resp. Acidosis
Definition
CO2 builds up in the blood-pH decreases
Term
cause-hyperventilation/increase in resp
Definition
resp alkalosis
Term
what happen in resp alkalosis?
Definition
CO2 eliminated rapidly from blood-pH increases
Term
major risk factor for many types of lund disease?
Definition
smoking
Term
how should you document smoking history?
Definition
in pack years
Term
means abnormal extra sounds
Definition
adventitious
Term
coarse or fine
Definition
crackles
Term
sounds like a high-pitched violin
Definition
wheezing
Term
blood test that measures fibrin degradation products which are present if there is a clot in the body-helps dx prescence of PE
Definition
D-Dimer
Term
specimen of sputum,from the throat or nasal passages
Definition
culture and sensitivity
Term
measures exhaled CO2 levels
Definition
Capnography
Term
How much needs to be collected of sputum when containing a culture?
Definition
1-3mLs
Term
Where is an ABG drawn?
Definition
radial artery in the wrist
Term
What are the normal values for PaO2
Definition
75-100 mmHg
Term
what are the normal nalues for PaCO2?
Definition
35-34mmHg
Term
what are the normal values for HCO3-
Definition
22-26
Term
What is the normal value for O2?
Definition
95%-100%
Term
What is the normal RBC for males?
Definition
4.5-6.2 million cells/mm3 venous blood
Term
what is the normal RBC for women?
Definition
4.2-5.4 million cells/mm3 venous blood
Term
What is the normal value of Hgb for males?
Definition
13.5-18g/dL
Term
what is the normal Hgb for females?
Definition
12-16g/dL
Term
what are the normal values of WBC count?
Definition
5,000-10,000 cells/mm3 venous blood
Term
AFB=?
Definition
acid fast bacilius
Term
if order is to obtain for AFB-What does that mean?
Definition
testing for TB
Term
with or without contrast
Definition
CT scan
Term
uses radioactive substance injected and inhaled to determine perfusion & ventilation of lungs
Definition
VQ scan
Term
determine lung volume,capacity,flow rates
Definition
pulmonary function studies
Term
xray exam of pulmonary vessels after catheter inserted into femoral,jugular, or brachial vein and threaded to pulmonary artery and IV dye injected
Definition
angiography
Term
what are the pre procedure care of an angiography?
Definition
NPO,ck allergies,consent
Term
what are the post procedure care for an angiography?
Definition
have pt lie flat for 3-8 hrs w/ sandbags over puncture site, monitor VS, give fluids,give atropine to dry secretions, numb throat
Term
visualizes larynx,trachea,bronchial tree
Definition
bronchoscopy
Term
pre procedure care for Bronchoscopy?
Definition
NPO, consent
Term
post procedure care for bronchoscopy?
Definition
monitor VS, monitor for swelling, monitor blood in sputum, dont give anything to eat or drink until gag reflex returns
Term
pursed lip breathing helps with what kinds of pts?
Definition
COPD
Term
what flow rates can be delivered by nasal cannula?
Definition
1-6 L/min
Term
why would you do Good Lung Down?
Definition
increase blood flow to the good lung, helps O2 stats increase
Term
what stimulates COPD pts to breathe?
Definition
decreases oxygen level
Term
what should COPD pts O2 flow rate be kept at?
Definition
1-2L/min
Term
what are the s/s of oxygen toxicity?
Definition
dry cough,chest pain,numbness,lethargy,nausea
Term
what are nebulized mist tx?
Definition
breathing tx
Term
who can admin breathing tx?
Definition
nurses and resp therapist
Term
how often can breathing tx be admin?
Definition
every 4-6hrs & PRN if pt has dyspnea
Term
what is the benefit of using a spacer?
Definition
increase the amt of med to get to the lungs
Term
why in an incentive spirometer used?
Definition
to encourage deep breathing in pts at risk for collapse of lung tissue
Term
how often should an incentive spirometer be used?
Definition
10times each hr they are awake
Term
what is vest therapy?
Definition
a vest is placed on the pt and a compressor generates pulses of air into the vest to vibrate the pts chest, this loosens secretions
Term
What is the device when the client blows into mouthpiece, steel ball bounces and sends vibrations into airways to loosen mucus?
Definition
vibratory positive expiratory pressure device--mucus clearance device
Term
how and why is a thoracentesis done?
Definition
insertion of a needle in the pleural space, done to aspirate fluid trapped in the pleural space
Term
preparation of a thoracentesis?
Definition
consent,empty bladder,explain pain meds
Term
how is the pt positioned during a thoracentesis?
Definition
sitting or side lying
Term
what should be done and assessed post procedure during a thoracentesis?
Definition
VS,breath sounds,monitor bleeding
Term
what kind of dsg is applied to the site after a thoracentesis?
Definition
vaseline gauze
Term
collapsed lung
Definition
atelectasis
Term
indications of chest drg?
Definition
fluid or air has collected in pleural space,collapsed lung,pleural effusion,penetration chest injury,chest surgery
Term
when would you need to have a chest tube insertion?
Definition

-upper chest for air removal

-lower lateral chest for removal of fluid

-2 tubes if needs removal of both

Term
what type of dsg is applied to insertion site of chest tube?
Definition
vaseline gauze
Term
with a chest tube dsg what should you do if it becomes soiled?
Definition
reinforce,apply more
Term
with a chest tube, when should the clamps that are kept at the bedside be used?
Definition
if disconnects from drg system
Term
air trapped in pleural space causing pressure and collapses lung
Definition
tension pneumothorax
Term
how many chambers does a drg system have?
Definition
3
Term
air trapped in pleural space travels to this chamber and is sealed?
Definition
water seal chamber
Term
water in chamber fluctuates with each expiration?
Definition
tidaling
Term
what does it mean if there is constant bubbling in water seal chamber?
Definition
leak
Term
gentle bubbling of water normal in this chamber
Definition
suction chamber
Term

NEVER EMPTIED

-mark level of drg with tape at the end of each shift

-count as output

Definition
drg chamber
Term
surgical opening thru base of neck into trachea
Definition
tracheotomy
Term
more permanent opening w/ tube inserted to maintain patency; bypasses upper airways allowing pt to breathe better
Definition
tracheostomy
Term
reasons for a trach?
Definition

assist breathing after removal of cancerous larynx

-airway obstruction(trauma/tumor)

-difficulty clearing secretions from airway

-prolonged ventilation

Term
what are the 3 parts of a trach?
Definition

outer cannula

-inner cannula

-obturator

Term
when is the obturator used?
Definition
during insertion of a trach
Term
where should the obturator be stored?
Definition
@ the bedside in case of accidental dislodging of the trach
Term
type of trach with the tube opening in the cannula to allow air to flow up into the larynx for speaking, Pt. plugs opening to trach to speak
Definition
fenestrated trach
Term
type of trach inflated to prevent air escape during mechanical ventialtion
Definition
cuffed trachs
Term
special valve that allows air into trach during inspiration but closes on expiration and redirects air through the vocal cords and out the nose and mouth allowing pt to speak
Definition
passy muir speaking valve
Term
must be deflated or pt cant breathe with valve on
Definition
cuffed trachs
Term
nursing care of trach
Definition

suctioning

-cleaning

-commun.

-teaching

Term
when a pt in intubated how do you prevent aspiration?
Definition
keep HOB elevated 30-45 degrees @ all times
Term

devices that provide ventilation for pts who are unable to breathe effectively on their own

-uses pos. pressure to push oxygenated air via ET tube or trach into the lungs at preset intervals

Definition
ventilators
Term
what are indications of ventilators
Definition

after surgery

-after cardiac or resp arrest

-for declining ABGs; worsening resp.disease

-in cases of Neuromuscular disease or injury in which the muscles used for breathing are very weak

Term
Ventilator alarm for low pressure means?
Definition
-reduced pressure in system from disconnected tube, leak, ET tube cufff or trach cuff in underinflated
Term
ventilator alarm for high pressure means?
Definition

higher than normal resistance to airflow to:

**-secretions indication need to be suctioned,

pt biting tube,coughing,trying to talk

-kinked or obstructed tubing,H2O in tube

-worsening resp disease that has caused decreased lung compliance/anxious breathing

Term
what should you do first when the pt ventilator alarms?
Definition
ck the pt
Term
what should always be kept by the bedside when pt is on a ventilator?
Definition
resuscitation bag/AMBU bag
Term
alternative to intubation and mechanical vent. for pts who can breathe on their own but are unable to maintain normal ABGs
Definition
noninvasive positive pressure ventilation
Term
indications of a noninvasive positive pressure ventilation?
Definition

-severe resp disease

-sleep apnea

-neuromuscular muscular diseases that weaken resp muscles

-pt must be alear, cooperative, not have excessive secretions, able to breathe on own

Term
external mask fits over nose, or nose and mouth
Definition
noninvasive
Term
2 types of noninvasive positive pressure ventilation
Definition
-CPAP & BIPAP
Term
continous pos airway pressure maintained throughout inspiration and expiration to prevent airway collapse
Definition
CPAP
Term
bi-level pos airway pressure(a lower level of pos airway pressure is used on expiration)
Definition
Bi-Pap
Term
nosebleed
Definition
epistaxis
Term
causes of nosebleed
Definition

dry/cracked mucous membranes

-traume

-HTN

-blood clotting disorders--hemophilia,leukemia

-meds-aspirins,anitcoagulants,chemo drugs

-cocaine use

Term
what are some therapeutic interventions for nosebleeds?
Definition
lean fwd,ice,direct pressure,nasal decong,nasal packing,nasal balloon cath,vasoconstrictive agent,electrocautery
Term
benign grapelike clusters that obstruct nasal passages
Definition
nasal polyps
Term
tx for nasal polyps
Definition
control allergies,surgery,avoid aspirin post op
Term
symptoms of a deviated septum?
Definition

stuffy nose

blocked sinus drg
HA 

Term
deviated septum tx?
Definition
decongestants,antihistamines,cortisone nasal sprays or nasoseptoplasty
Term
inflammation of sinus mucosa
Definition
sinusitis
Term
s/s of sinusitis
Definition

-pain over affected sinus

-fever

-nasal discharge

-foul breath

Term
inflammation of nasal mucous membranes?
Definition
rhinitis
Term
what can happen if strep throat is not treated with abx?
Definition
can travel to heart and kidneys causing endocarditis or glomerulonephritis
Term
what are the s/s and tx of strep throat?
Definition

red/swollen sore throat,dysphagia

-exudate and fever,chills,HA,malaise

-throat lozenges,fluids,Acetaminophen,rest

Term
viral or bacterial
Definition
pharyngitis
Term
inflammation of voice box
Definition
laryngitis
Term
what can laryngitis be caused by?
Definition

smoking,alcohol,chemical exposure

-GERD

-viral,fungal,or bacterial infection

Term
s/s of laryngitis
Definition
hoarseness,cough,dysphagia,fever
Term
treatment of laryngitis
Definition

rest,fluids

-humidified air

-ASA (adults only), Acetaminophen

-ABX if bacterial

-throat lozenges

-tx of GERD

-voice rest

Term
masses of lymphoid tissur on each side of oropharynx that filter microorg. to protect the lungs from infection
Definition
tonsils
Term
occurs when your tonsils become overwhelmed with virus or bacteria
Definition
tonsilitis
Term
mass of lymphoid tissue at back of nasopharynx
Definition
adenoids
Term
s/s of tonsilitis & adenoiditis
Definition

sore throat,fever,chills

-pain on swallowing

-HA, malaise, myalgia

-red,swollen tonsils with yellow/white exudate

**if adenoids are involved--snoring, nasal obstruction and nasal tone to voice

Term
tonsillectomy post op care?
Definition

semi fowlers pos

monitor bleeding and airway

cold fluids

room humidifier

suction at bedside for emergencies

Term
How many strain of the flu are there?
Definition
many
Term
How is the flu transmitted?
Definition
droplet or physical contact
Term
how do you prevent the flu?
Definition
yearly vaccination,handwashing,avoid affected ppl
Term
how do you diagnose the flu?
Definition
rapid test,viral cultures of flu or nose
Term
how do you treat symptoms of the flu?
Definition

actaminophen,rest,fluids, no ASA in kids

-abx only if secondary bacterial infection

-antiviral meds to reduce severity and duration

-monitor lung sounds,VS, s/s dehydration

Term
when does the antiviral med work when given to a person with the flu?
Definition
only within 48 hrs of becoming ill; given to high risk persons who have not been immunized
Term
virus that often progresses to pneumonia
Definition
SARS
Term
s/s of cancer of the larynx
Definition

hoarseness

-change of voice

-pain(throat,ear)

-dyspnea

-cough

-dysphagia

-airway obstruction

-late signs(wt loss and halitosis)

 

Term
if occurs more than 3 months of the year for 2 consecutive years, diagnosed as chronic bronchitis
Definition
acute bronchitis
Term
dilation of the bronchial airways which become flabby and scarred causing secretions to pool,creating an environment where bacteria can flourish
Definition
bronchiectasis
Term
causes of this disease? chronic inflammation or infection of airway that weakens the bronchial walls and decreases ciliary function; as from CF, asthma,TB, other chronic resp,disorders,or exposure to toxin,or an airway obstruction such as from a tumor that causes excessive secretion build up
Definition
bronchiectasis
Term
s/s of bronchiectasis
Definition

-dyspnea

-cough

-lg amts of sputum

-anorexia

-recurrent infection

-clubbing w/ chronic infections

-crackles and wheezes

Term

micro-org. enter the lungs and releases toxins, cause acute inflammation of lungs, can cause alveolar damage, alveoli filled with exudate

-reduced surface area for gas exchange

-can be in one lobe,both lobes or scattered throughout the lungs/bronchi

Definition
pneumonia
Term
who is at risk for pneumonia?
Definition
elderly,intubated,very young,hospitalized,immunocompromised
Term
how is pneumonia prevented?
Definition
vaccine,flu vaccine,coughing & deep breathing, hand washing,frequent mouth care,continous suction for VAP, HOB elevated
Term
s/s of pneumonia
Definition

chest pain

-fever,chills

-cough,dyspnea

-yellowmrusty,or blood-tinged sputum

-crackles,wheezes

Term
what is the additional s/s of pneumonia in the elderly?
Definition

confusion

-lethargy

-fever

-dyspnea

Term
complications of pneumonia
Definition

pleurisy

pleural effusion

atelectasis

spread of infection

Term
infectious disease caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis
Definition
TB
Term
how is TB spread?
Definition
by inhalation of resp droplets
Term
who is at risk for TB?
Definition

elderly

-alcoholics

-those living in crowded conditions

-new immigrants

-those with HIV & AIDS

-person receiving chemo

Term

signs and symptoms of TB?

 

Definition

cough

**blood tinged sputum(Hemoptysis)

**night sweats

anorexia and wt loss

-low grade fever

-dyspnea,chest pain

Term

what are some diagnostic test that can be done for TB?

 

Definition

PPD

-CXR

-sputum cultures

-QuatifFERON-TB Gold

Term
tx for TB?
Definition

combo of first line drugs for 6 to 9 months or up to 24 months for multi drug resistant type

-occasional surgical removal

-isolation until cultures neg x3 specimens

Term
How can you prevent the spread of TB?
Definition

clean,well ventilated living areas

-isolation of pts who have active TB

-high efficiency filtration masks

-gowns.gloves,goggles if contacted with sputum likely

handwashing

-COMPLIANCE WITH DRUG THERAPY

Term
inflammation of visceral pleura (covering lungs) and parietal pleura (lining chest cavity)
Definition
pleurisy
Term
excess fluid btw visceral and parietal pleurae
Definition
pleural effusion
Term
s/s of pleural effusion
Definition

dyspnea

-pleuritic pain

-cough

-tachypnea

-diminished lung sounds or friction rub

-symptoms will depend on amt of fluid in the pleural space

Term
collection of pus in the pleural space
Definition
empyema
Term

injury to alveoli

-scarring,fibrosis of lung tissues

-impaired gas exchange

-normal soft tissue is replaced by scarred connective tissue

Definition
pulmonary fibrosis
Term
s/s of pulmonary fibrosis
Definition

progressive dyspnea

-crackles

-chronic cough

-fatigue

-clubbing of fingers

-pt steadily worsens

Term
to test for an autoimmune disorder
Definition
ANA titre
Term
combination of chronic bronchitis,emphysema,asthma
Definition
COPD
Term
progressive,minimally reversible,pts have numerous exacerbations
Definition
COPD
Term
s/s of COPD
Definition

cough

sputum production

dyspnea on exertion

prolonged expiration

barrel chest

activity intolerence

Term
complications of COPD
Definition

right sided heart failure

-wt loss

-pneumothorax

-resp failure

-resp infection

 

Term
interventions for COPD?
Definition

stop smoking

-O2 1-2lpm

-supportive care

-pulmonary rehab

-surgery

-mechanical vent

-end of life planning

 

Term

what should you avoid with a COPD pt?

 

Definition
cough suppresants
Term

chronic inflammation

-low grade infection

-hypertrohied mucous glands in bronchi

-inpaired ciliary function

-ineffective airway clearance

**diagnosed after ill 3 months of year for 2 consecutive years

Definition
Term
s/s of chronic bronchitis
Definition

wheezing,crackles

-chronic cough

-dyspnea

-thick,tenacious sputum

-increased susceptibilty to infection

-mucous plugs

Term

destruction of alveolar walls,loss of elastic recoil

damage to pulmonary capillaries,air trapping,inpaired gas exchange

Definition
emphysema
Term
emphysema signs and symptoms?
Definition

diminished breath sounds

-dyspnea

-progressive activity intolerance

-AGGs show increase Pa CO2 and a decrease Pa O2

pt cyanotic

Term

inflammation/edema of Bronchial Mucosa-triggers include histamine,leukotrienes,inflammatory substance in body

-spasm of bronchial smooth muscles

-air trapping

-usually reversible

-airway remodeling

Definition
asthma
Term
what triggers asthma once its diagnosed?
Definition

-smoking

-allergens

-infection

-sinusitis

-stress

-GERD

Term
s/s of asthma
Definition

dyspnea

wheezing

cough

sputum

use of accessory muscles

may be worse at night

 

Term

exocrine gland disorder

-thick tenacious secretions

-blocked pancreatic enzymes-cant digest food properly

Definition
cystic fibrosis
Term
both parents have to carry the gene for this disease
Definition
cystic fibrosis
Term
s/s of cystic fibrosis
Definition

begins in infancy,baby tastes salty,excessive NaCl in sweat

-thick,tenacious sputum

-frequent resp infections

-finger clubbing

malabsorption

-fatty,foul smelling stools

-can cause delayed puberty/infertility

-death from abx resistant infection

 

Term
what are some test that can diagnose cystic fibrosis?
Definition

kiss your baby

-sweat chloride test

-CXR

-spirometry

-genetic testing/counseling

Term
blood clot in pulmonary artery
Definition
pulmonary embolism
Term
how do you prevent PE?
Definition

reg. ambulate

-prompt tx of DVT

**in high risk pts for DVT

-blood thinners

ted hose

Term
s/s of PE
Definition

sometimes none

-sudden onset of dyspnea

-tachycardia

-tachypnea

-cough

-crackles

-hemoptysis

pulmonarty HTN-causing rt sided heart failure

 

Term
How do you diagnose a PE?
Definition

spiral CT scan

-lung scan

-angiogram

-D-Dimer

-CXR,MRI,ECG,ABG>done secondary

Term
what are some interventions for a PE?
Definition

thrombolytics,heparin,coumadin,O2,embolectomy,greenfield filter

monitor labs(PT and INR)

Term

elevated pressure in pulmonary arteries

-right ventricular failure

Definition
pulmonary arterial HTN
Term
s/s of pulmonary arterial HTN
Definition

dyspnea,syncope(near fainting)

fatigue,crackles,cyanosis,tachypnea

angina-due to R ventricular ischemia

Term
air in the intrapleural space
Definition
pneumothorax
Term
pressure is placed on the heart & great vessels, pushing them away from affected side of the chest
Definition
mediastinal shift
Term
s/s of pneumothorax
Definition

shallow,rapid resp

-asymmetrical chest expansion

-dyspnea,tachypnea

-chest pain

****absent breath sounds over affected area

reslessness

-anxiety

-tachycardia

Term
interventions for a pneumothorax
Definition
chest tube to a water seal drg
Term
caused by traume,cough,CPR
Definition
rib fx
Term
how do you care for rib fx?
Definition

control pain

-encourage coughing and deep breathing-splint and support

-promote adequate ventilation

-can take 6 weeks to heal

Term

multiple rib rx-no structural support

-ribcage not able to maintain rise/fall of chest

Definition
flail chest
Term

hypoventilation

-unable to maintain ABGs

-dx when pt unable to maintain adequate oxygenation,unable to eliminate CO2

Definition
acute resp failure
Term
causes of acute resp failure
Definition

COPD

-aspiration

-neurological disease

Term
s/s of acute resp failure
Definition

worsening ABGs-low O2,high CO2,cyanosis

-increasing dyspnea

-reslessness,confusion,agitation,drowsiness

-lethargy

-coma and death

Term

sudden onset bc of illnesses like sepsis,pneumonia,trauma,shock,an overdose,pancreatitis,aspiration,-causes a chain of events that lead to:

alveolocapillary membrane damage,pulmonary edema,alveolar collapse,lungs stiff and noncompliant,lungs may hemmorhage

Definition
acute resp distress syndrome(ARDs)
Term
s/s of acute respiratory distress syndrome
Definition

dyspnea

-elevated resp

fine crackles

-resp acidosis

-restlessness,confusion

death rate 45%-50%

Term
interventions for ARDs
Definition

O2

-intubation

-mechanical ventilation

-treat underlying cause

-supportive care

Term
What are the 4 major types of Lung CA?
Definition
small cell lung cancer,large cell carcinoma,adenocarcinoma,squamous cell carcinoma
Term
s/s of lung CA?
Definition

depends on tymor location

-sometimes none until late in the disease

-productive cough

-recurrent infection

-dyspnea

**do not ignore a persistent cough

Term
diagnostic test for lung cancer?
Definition

CXR

-CT scan

-sputum analysis

-bx

-additional test to find metastasis

Term
therapeutic interventions for lung cancer?
Definition

chemo

-radiation

-surgery to remove tumor area

-goal is to comfort, not cure especially in small cell type

Term
consist of bone marrow,blood,and blood compartments
Definition
hematologic system
Term
lymph nodes and nodules that destroy pathogens, and lymph vessels that return lymph back to the blood
Definition
lymphatic system
Term
transport of O2, nutrients, and cell waste products; regulation of body temp,pH and fluid balance,production of cells for protection
Definition
functions of blood
Term
how many liters of blood can the human body hold?
Definition
4-6L
Term

transporting medium

-important in maintaining body temp

Definition
plasma
Term

biconcave disks, carry O2 bonded to iron in Hgb

-lack of iron,hemoglobin, or RBCs can cause anemia

-live for 120 days

rate of production is most influenced by the blood oxygen level

Definition
RBC
Term

involved in immunity or inflammatory response to injury

 

Definition
WBC
Term
involved with clotting
Definition
platelets
Term
returns tissure fluid to maintain blood volume and protect the body against pathogens and other foreign material
Definition
lymph system
Term
masses of lymphatic tissue along the pathways of lymph vessels
Definition
lymph nodes
Term
what are the major paired groups of nodes?
Definition
cervica,axillary,inguinal
Term
what are the 2 most important blood type categories?
Definition
ABO groups and Rh factor
Term

stores up to 1/3 of the body's platelets

-not considered a vital organ;but if removed a person is more susceptible to certain bacterial infections

Definition
spleen
Term

atrophies with increasing age

-contains T lymphocytes or T cells

Definition
thymus
Term
what do you assess for in pts with hematolological disorders?
Definition

abnormal bleeding such as

-petechiae

-ecchymoses

-purpura

-fatigue

-weakness

-SOB

-fever

Term
small purplish hemorrhagic spots under the skin
Definition
petechiae
Term
larger areas of discoloration from hemorrhage under the skin
Definition
ecchymoses
Term
hemorrhage into the skin,mucous membranes,organs
Definition
purpura
Term
removal of bone marrow with a needle to be viewed under a microscope.
Definition
bone marrow bx
Term
what are some common sites of a bone marrow bx?
Definition
sternum,spinous process of vertebrae,anterior or posterior iliac crest
Term
what are bone marrow bx used to diagnose?
Definition
hematologic disorders,monitor tx,discover tumors, infectious diseases,isolate bacteria/pathogens by culture
Term
what are some of the nurses roles in obtaining a bx?
Definition

-coordinate btw lab & DR

-gather supplies

-admin analgesic prior to procedure, help pt. maintain proper pos after procedure, observe aspiration site for bleeding and infection and provide emotional support

Term

injection of dye into the lyphatic vessels of the hand or foot.

-xrays are taken and examined to determine lymph flow or blockages and lymph node involvement

Definition
lymphangiography
Term
needle aspiration or surgical incision to see if enlarged node is caused by infection or malignancy(cancer)
Definition
lymph node bx
Term
dementia could be caused by what vitamin deficiency?
Definition
Vit B12
Term
body fluid is made out of what?
Definition
water,electrolytes,non electrolytes, blood cells and plasma
Term
who has less body water than infants?
Definition
elderly and women
Term
how much % of the body is made out of water?
Definition
45%-75%
Term
controlled by pressure sensors located in the blood vessels
Definition
water
Term
hormone affected by changed in the vessels 
Definition
ADH(anti diuretic hormones)
Term

needed for transportation of chemicals,metabolism,maintain blood volume,ant temp regulation.

-has to be replaced daily to survive. replaced from liquids, food, and the metabolizing of nutrients.

-to prevent dehydration when body is losing fluids the thirst mechanism kicks in.

Definition
water
Term

we are aware of

ex.urination

Definition
sensible loss
Term

we are not aware of

ex.breathing

Definition
insensible loss
Term
intake and output should equal?
Definition
2500ml a day
Term
what are some causes of fluid defecit (loss)?
Definition

vomiting

-starvation

-major burns

-diuretics

-fever

-gastric suctioning

Term
what are some causes of fluid excess?
Definition

kidney failure

-heart failure

-to much sodium

***corticosteroid therapy

-to much IVF

Term
low fluid in all compartments but especially the intravascular compartment
Definition
dehydration
Term
causes of dehydration
Definition
vomiting,diarrhea,sweating,draining wounds,third spacing, & massive blood loss
Term
prevention for dehydration
Definition
know who is high risk, encourage increased fluids.
Term
symptoms for dehydration
Definition
thirst is # 1, rapid weak pulse, low b/p, no tears, poor skin turgot,dry MM/furrowed tongue, and wt loss, ^ temp,urine concentrated  and constipation
Term
What kind of labs would be ran for dehydration?
Definition
^BUN,^specific gravity,and ^hematocrit
Term
to much fluid in the intravascular space
Definition
overhydration
Term
causes of hypervolemia
Definition
excessive IVF or wound/cavity irrigation,overconsumption,and kidney/heart failure disorders
Term
prevention of hypervolemia
Definition
ensure intake does not exceed output
Term
symptoms of hypervolemia
Definition
^b/p and resp.,bounding pulse,JVD,pitting edema,wt gain,dilute urine,and crackles in the lungs
Term
labs that are ran for hypervolemia?
Definition
decreased BUN,hematocrit,and urine SG
Term
needed to maintain cell,tissue,and organ functions
Definition
electrolytes
Term
should be checked if the pt is having mental status changes or muscle cramping
Definition
electrolytes levels
Term
normal range of sodium?
Definition
135-145
Term

major electrolyte in blood

-inportant for CNS functions,acid base balance, & normal heart function

Definition
sodium
Term
sodium is less than 135
Definition
hyponatremia
Term
causes of hyponatremia
Definition
not taking in enough sodium,(NPO) losing to much (sweating),vomiting,diarrhea,intravascular fluid diluted, GI suctioning, & diuretics
Term
symptoms of hyponatremia
Definition
dehydration and mental status changes (confusion,disoriented,personality changes due to cerebral edema)
Term
normal range for potassium?
Definition
3.5-5.0
Term
needed for muscle functions esp.heart
Definition
potassium
Term

used to treat hypokalemia

-digoxin toxicity can occur

-

Definition
potassium
Term
normal range of calcium?
Definition
9-11
Term

found in bones and teeth

-needed for functioning of nerves,heart muscle,and for blood clotting

Definition
calcium
Term

given to treat hypocalcemia and in CPR

 

Definition
calcium
Term
normal ranges for magnesium?
Definition
1.5-2.5
Term
works with calcium for cardiac muscle and nerve cells excitation
Definition
magnesium
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