How much does ATI Med-surg practice remediation cost?
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What are the guidelines for radiation treatment?
2. limit visitors to 30 min visits and have them remain at least 6 feet away from source; pregnant women or children under 18 should not visit 3. wear a lead apron while providing care keeping the front of the apron facing the source of radiation 4. keep lead container in client's room
How do I manage radiation exposure in my practice?
1. place client in private room with door closed 2. limit visitors to 30 min visits and have them remain at least 6 feet away from source; pregnant women or children under 18 should not visit 3. wear a lead apron while providing care keeping the front of the apron facing the source of radiation
What does limiting equipment to only the immunocompromised patient reduce?
D. CORRECT: limiting equipment to only the immunocompromised patient will reduce spread of infection.
How far away should you stay from a radioactive patient?
A. CORRECT. since this is patient is radioactive, visitors should remain 6+ ft away and should limit their stay to 30 minutes or less.
Why does hair fall out after chemotherapy?
1. PATHOPHYSIOLOGY: understand that they are losing their hair due to the chemotherapy attacking rapidly dividing cells (not able to differentiate between cancer cells and those found in hair follicles) this makes hair very brittle, thin and eventually fall out.
Is thrombocytopenia bleeding precaution?
A. Correct. this is a bleeding precaution for a patient with some pretty serious thrombocytopenia.
Does nausea decrease chemotherapy?
A. "Your nausea will lessen each course of chemotherapy."
Is topical anesthetic good for mucositis?
d. WRONG. Topical oral anesthetic is for a patient who has mucositis (mouth sores)
What is advocacy nursing?
-Advocacy refers to nurses role in supporting clients by ensuring that they are properly informed, that their rights are respected and that they are receiving the proper level of care.
What does "tap card" mean?
Tap card to see definition 👆. -assistive personnel cannot educate or assess. -they cannot pass meds. -they can help with meals/feeding. -they can collect specimen samples. -nurses should delegate appropriate tasks to APs to be cost-effective and help with time management.
How to prevent dry mouth from radiation?
o Cytoprotectants , such as amifostine, are sometimes used to protect against harmful effects of radiation therapy such as dryness of the mouth caused by radiation treatment for head and neck cancer. o Radiation exposure to health care personnel and visitors is reduced by limiting contact time, maintaining indicated distances from sources of radiation, and preventing direct contact with the source. o Provide a well-balanced diet that does not contain red meat. Radiation can cause dysgeusia (altered taste), making foods such as red meat unpalatable. ï‚· Cardiovascular Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures: Assisting with Placement of a Central Venous Catheter o Catheter insertion is done using a surgical aseptic technique o To ensure the proper placement, there should be an initial x-ray taken.
How to prevent deep vein thrombosis?
o To prevent deep vein thrombosis, avoid any form of pressure behind the knee with a pillow or blanket, which can cause constriction of the blood vessels and decreased venous return. ï‚· Arthroplasty: Nonpharmacological interventions following Total Knee Arthroscopy o A continuous passive motion (CPM) machine may be prescribed to promote motion, promote circulation, and prevent scar tissue.
Management of Care
- Client Rights
Ethical Responsibilities: Client Decision to Refuse Treatment (RM Fund 10 Chp 3 EthicalResponsibilities,Active Learning Template: Basic Concept)-Advocacy: support and defend the clients health, wellness, safety, wishes, and personal rights,including privacy-Confidentiality: …
Safety and Infection Control
- Accident/Error/Injury Prevention
Preoperative Nursing Care: Identifying Allergic Cross-Reactivity (RM AMS RN 11 Chp 95Preoperative Nursing Care,Active Learning Template: Basic Concept)-Allergies to banana or kiwi can indicate the client is at risk for a reaction to latex-Allergies to eggs or soybean oil is a c… - Handling Hazardous and Infectious Materials
Cancer Treatment Options: Caring for a Client Who Is Receiving Brachytherapy (RM AMS RN11 Chp 91 Cancer Treatment Options,Active Learning Template: Therapeutic Procedure)-Place the client in a private room and keep door closed as much as possible-Limit visitors to 30 minutes-Li…
Psychosocial Integrity
- Coping Mechanisms
Amputations: Providing Support Following an Alteration in Body Image (RM AMS RN 11.Chp 69 Amputations,Active Learning Template: Therapeutic Procedure)-Refer client to religious/spiritual advisor, social worker, or counselor-Tell clients to maintain good food cate and to seek early me… - Support Systems
Alzheimer's Disease: Providing a Family With Home-Care Instructions (RM AMS RN 11 Chp8 Alzheimer's Disease,Active Learning Template: System Disorder)-Install handrails in the bathroom, at bedside, and in the tub-Install door locks that cannot be easily opened and place alarms on do…
Basic Care and Comfort
- Nutrition and Oral Hydration
Burns: Indications of Hypovolemic Shock (RM AMS RN 11 Chp 75 Burns,Active LearningTemplate: System Disorder)-Increased capillary refill time-Decreased bowel sounds-Urine output less than 30 mL/hr
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
- Adverse Effects/Contraindications/Side Effects/Interactions
Diabetes Mellitus Management: Medication to Withhold Prior to CT Scan with Contrast Media(RM AMS RN 11 Chp 82 Diabetes Mellitus Management,Active Learning Template:Medication)-Stop metformin-24 to 48 hours before any type of ECRT test with contrast dye-Monitor for lactic acid… - Blood and Blood Products
Blood and Blood Product Transfusions: Initiating a Transfusion of Packed RBCs (RM AMS RN11 Chp 40 Blood and Blood Product Transfusions,Active Learning Template: Nursing Skill)-Type and cross match RBC pack-Assess V/S and temperature prior to transfusion-Initiate large-bore IV ac…