Exam Review
Blood-glucose-level---correct-answers--Normal-range-is-70-100-mg/dl.
Jitteriness---correct-answers--Common-sign-of-hypoglycemia-in-newborns.
Hip-arthroplasty---correct-answers--Surgical-procedure-to-replace-hip-joint.
Abducted-position---correct-answers--Hips-positioned-away-from-midline-post-surgery.
Subtotal-thyroidectomy---correct-answers--Partial-removal-of-the-thyroid-gland.
Calcium-gluconate---correct-answers--Administered-to-prevent-hypocalcemia-post-
thyroidectomy.
Medication-half-life---correct-answers--Time-taken-for-drug-concentration-to-halve.
,Adverse-effects---correct-answers--Unintended-harmful-reactions-to-medications.
Client-advocacy---correct-answers--Supporting-clients'-rights-and-informed-choices.
Informed-consent---correct-answers--Client's-agreement-after-understanding-procedure-details.
Gastrostomy-tube-feedings---correct-answers--Nutritional-support-via-tube-inserted-in-stomach.
Feeding-administration-time---correct-answers--Recommended-duration-is-30-minutes-for-safety.
Supine-position---correct-answers--Lying-flat-on-back,-often-post-feeding.
Digoxin---correct-answers--Medication-used-to-treat-heart-conditions.
Apical-pulse---correct-answers--Heart-rate-measured-at-the-apex-of-the-heart.
Sickle-cell-anemia---correct-answers--Genetic-disorder-affecting-red-blood-cell-shape.
Acute-chest-syndrome---correct-answers--Serious-complication-in-sickle-cell-anemia-patients.
Substernal-retractions---correct-answers--Indicates-respiratory-distress,-requires-immediate-
attention.
Temperature-37.9-C---correct-answers--Slight-fever,-may-indicate-infection.
Potassium-level---correct-answers--Normal-range-is-3.5-5.0-mEq/L.
,Constipation---correct-answers--Infrequent-bowel-movements,-can-indicate-medication-side-
effect.
Feeding-bag-change---correct-answers--Recommended-every-3-days-for-hygiene.
Gastric-Lavage---correct-answers--Procedure-to-cleanse-stomach-contents.
NG-Tube---correct-answers--Nasogastric-tube-for-feeding-or-medication.
Amyotrophic-Lateral-Sclerosis-(ALS)---correct-answers--Progressive-neurodegenerative-disease-
affecting-motor-neurons.
Speech-Language-Pathologist---correct-answers--Professional-aiding-communication-and-
swallowing-disorders.
Rheumatoid-Arthritis---correct-answers--Autoimmune-disorder-causing-joint-inflammation.
Erythrocyte-Sedimentation-Rate---correct-answers--Blood-test-measuring-inflammation-level.
Petechiae---correct-answers--Small-red-or-purple-spots-from-bleeding.
Platelet-Count---correct-answers--Test-measuring-number-of-platelets-in-blood.
Life-Sustaining-Measures---correct-answers--Medical-procedures-to-prolong-life.
Ethics-Committee---correct-answers--Group-addressing-ethical-issues-in-healthcare.
, Contact-Precautions---correct-answers--Infection-control-practices-to-prevent-transmission.
Cardiac-Rehabilitation---correct-answers--Program-to-improve-heart-health-post-infarction.
Combination-Oral-Contraceptives---correct-answers--Hormonal-pills-preventing-pregnancy.
Thrombophlebitis---correct-answers--Inflammation-of-a-vein-with-clot-formation.
Living-Will---correct-answers--Document-stating-medical-treatment-preferences.
Troponin-Level---correct-answers--Test-indicating-heart-muscle-damage.
Advance-Directives---correct-answers--Legal-documents-outlining-healthcare-preferences.
Comatose-Patient---correct-answers--Unresponsive-state-with-no-awareness.
Negative-Pressure-Room---correct-answers--Room-designed-to-contain-airborne-pathogens.
Glasses-Care---correct-answers--Proper-maintenance-for-vision-correction-devices.
Incident-Report---correct-answers--Document-detailing-an-unusual-healthcare-event.
Psychologist---correct-answers--Mental-health-professional-providing-therapy.
Social-Worker---correct-answers--Professional-assisting-with-social-services-and-support.