COPD with Pneumonia (Evolve Case Study) – Flashcards
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what is the range for HCO3 (bicarb)?
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22-26 (arterial) 19-25 (venous)
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What is the highest nursing priority when it comes to pneumonia pts?
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ineffective airway clearance
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what is the generic name for albuterol?
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ventolin
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what is the generic name for ampicillin?
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unasyn
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what should be done before administering antibiotics?
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CULTURE!!!
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what is important to monitor when giving bronchodiolators? (like ventolin aka albuterol)?
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monitor pulse and B/P
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what is solu medrol
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(methylprenisalone) steriod inhalent to stop inflammation
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what should the nurse do to make sure the pulse ox is accurate?
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check and make sure there is adequate circulation before applying the pulse ox to that finger
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what should the nurse do when a pt in unable to breath with a weak pulse and RR of 55?
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place recesitation equipment in the room
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what does defamation mean?
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divulging confidential information
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what does battery mean?
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touching another individual without thier consent
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what is a significant indicator that pneumonia is gone?
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negative sputum culture
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what is some discharge teaching for Pneumonia pts?
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avoid crowds and people with infections, store inhalers away from extreme heat or cold
