A+ ANSWERS 2026 EDITION
Deep Palpation
Technique to assess underlying organs and structures.
Vital Signs Assessment
First priority in evaluating blood loss severity.
Socialization Importance
Key aspect of adolescent physical development.
Home Health Referral
Recommendation for home care services for patients.
Normal Magnesium Level
Serum range: 1.6 to 2.4 mEq/L.
Tape Test
Method for diagnosing pinworms in children.
Suctioning Priority
Clearing airways first in respiratory failure.
Substance Abuse Referral
Encouraging professional help for suspected abuse.
Skin Turgor Assessment
Evaluates hydration using light palpation.
GI Bleeding Care
Initial assessment of vital signs is crucial.
Discharge Planning
Involves coordinating care post-hospitalization.
Adolescent Development
Includes discussions on physical and social growth.
Microscopic Examination
Used to visualize pinworms from tape test.
Respiratory Failure Intervention
, Immediate suctioning to ensure airway clearance.
Home Health Agency
Provides nursing care at patient's residence.
Patient Needs Assessment
Identifying specific requirements for home care.
Emergency Department Protocol
Prioritizes vital signs in acute care settings.
Childhood Irritation Symptoms
Scratching perianal area may indicate pinworms.
Referral Sources
Includes nurses, physicians, and social workers.
Adolescent Counseling
Referrals aim to support mental health needs.
Nursing Interventions
Actions taken to promote patient health outcomes.
Coughing with Secretions
Indicates need for airway management in patients.
Patient Education
Essential for understanding health and development.
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Anticonvulsant used for seizure management.
Normal saline (0.9%)
Preferred diluent for phenytoin infusion.
Gravida
Term for a woman who is pregnant.
Placenta previa
Condition where placenta is near cervix.
Caesarean section hospital stay
Average stay is 72 hours post-delivery.