HONDROS NUR 163 Final Exam Latest 2023/2024 Solved
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Fatigue
Subjective Measurement
If someone is having trouble sleeping, what intervention could we use?
Encourage pt to go outside, because sunlight helps with melatonin levels
What is a intervention for a older adult who is having trouble sleeping because of
a constant need to go to the bathroom
Wear depends (adult diapers)
A newley admitted patient is having multiple problems. What symptom do you
report first?
Breathing
What is a primary sexual right?
2 consenting adults
To be effective communicators, nurses must...
Develop awareness of their own values and beliefs and the way they influence their
perception of patients' experiences
Cultural Competence
A set of behaviors that includes understanding the impact of cultural values and beliefs
on human experiences, while maintaining awareness of own cultural values and their
effect on the perception of self and others.
Circadian
From Latin word "about a day"
What is the average amount of sleep needed for people ages 20 to 60 years?
7.5 hours
What body system controls sleep?
Central Nervous System
What causes older adults to feel sleepy earlier in the evening and to wake earlier
in the morning? Know as "phase advance"
Decreases in melatonin (which regulates the sleep-wake cycle) and growth hormone
(which promotes sleep) lead to a shift in circadian rhythm
Does sleep efficiency increase with age?
No, sleep efficiency decreases, older adults may complain that they do not feel
refreshed after sleep.
Does the risk for sleep disorders increase with age?
Yes
Nocturnal Movement Disorders
Restless leg syndrome, which is an irresistible urge to move the lower extremities, or
nocturnal myoclonus, which causes sudden repetitive jerking or kicking movements of
the lower extremities.
What is the most effective nonpharmacological therepy for insomnia?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
What do you teach a UAP who is feeding a patient with trouble swalowing?
Feed them slow, with frequent rest breaks.
, Lak of tendon reflexes/ deep muscle reflexes is a sign of what? (flaccid)
Hypercalcemia
What are the normal calcium levels?
8.5 to 10
Water Soluble Vitamins
Vitamins B & C (Birth Control)
Fat Soluble Vitamins
All- A
Dogs-D
Eat-E
Kibble- K
If you overdose on Vitamins A,D,E & K what will happen?
Liver Damage
What is the primary prevention for the flu?
Flu Shot
If someone is complaining of fatigue, what are some interventions we can tell our
patient?
To rest and exercise.
What is the Valsalva Maneuever?
Breathing through the mouth during exercise.
What is the main cause of stress?
Change
What are external physical threats?
Extreme heat or cold, noise, physical trauma
What are internal or psychological threats?
Thoughts and feelings
What are external social threats?
Job pressure or changeable social relationships
Can stress be benificual?
Yes, some stress is normal and necessary. Individual are able to pay attention to detail,
to learn and to solve problems
Signs someone is experiencing high stress.
Individuals are more likely to complain of fatigue, tension and anxiety. They may appear
distracted, irritable, short-tempered, even angry.
People living with high stress may have feelings of.....
Poor self-worth or low self-esteem
Why are signs of alcohol and drug abuse sometimes missed in the elderly?
They mimic age-related changes such as bone density changes, urinary incontinence,
altered sleep patterns, unsteadiness, hypertension, stomach complaints and falls
What can prevent illness or improve a person's ability to cope with existing
illness.
Decreasing the number of stressors or the level of stress.
Problem-focused coping
Attempt to change or eliminate the stressful event or threat.
If someone is overcoming any kind of surgery, what is important?
A diet high in protein
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Fatigue
Subjective Measurement
If someone is having trouble sleeping, what intervention could we use?
Encourage pt to go outside, because sunlight helps with melatonin levels
What is a intervention for a older adult who is having trouble sleeping because of
a constant need to go to the bathroom
Wear depends (adult diapers)
A newley admitted patient is having multiple problems. What symptom do you
report first?
Breathing
What is a primary sexual right?
2 consenting adults
To be effective communicators, nurses must...
Develop awareness of their own values and beliefs and the way they influence their
perception of patients' experiences
Cultural Competence
A set of behaviors that includes understanding the impact of cultural values and beliefs
on human experiences, while maintaining awareness of own cultural values and their
effect on the perception of self and others.
Circadian
From Latin word "about a day"
What is the average amount of sleep needed for people ages 20 to 60 years?
7.5 hours
What body system controls sleep?
Central Nervous System
What causes older adults to feel sleepy earlier in the evening and to wake earlier
in the morning? Know as "phase advance"
Decreases in melatonin (which regulates the sleep-wake cycle) and growth hormone
(which promotes sleep) lead to a shift in circadian rhythm
Does sleep efficiency increase with age?
No, sleep efficiency decreases, older adults may complain that they do not feel
refreshed after sleep.
Does the risk for sleep disorders increase with age?
Yes
Nocturnal Movement Disorders
Restless leg syndrome, which is an irresistible urge to move the lower extremities, or
nocturnal myoclonus, which causes sudden repetitive jerking or kicking movements of
the lower extremities.
What is the most effective nonpharmacological therepy for insomnia?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
What do you teach a UAP who is feeding a patient with trouble swalowing?
Feed them slow, with frequent rest breaks.
, Lak of tendon reflexes/ deep muscle reflexes is a sign of what? (flaccid)
Hypercalcemia
What are the normal calcium levels?
8.5 to 10
Water Soluble Vitamins
Vitamins B & C (Birth Control)
Fat Soluble Vitamins
All- A
Dogs-D
Eat-E
Kibble- K
If you overdose on Vitamins A,D,E & K what will happen?
Liver Damage
What is the primary prevention for the flu?
Flu Shot
If someone is complaining of fatigue, what are some interventions we can tell our
patient?
To rest and exercise.
What is the Valsalva Maneuever?
Breathing through the mouth during exercise.
What is the main cause of stress?
Change
What are external physical threats?
Extreme heat or cold, noise, physical trauma
What are internal or psychological threats?
Thoughts and feelings
What are external social threats?
Job pressure or changeable social relationships
Can stress be benificual?
Yes, some stress is normal and necessary. Individual are able to pay attention to detail,
to learn and to solve problems
Signs someone is experiencing high stress.
Individuals are more likely to complain of fatigue, tension and anxiety. They may appear
distracted, irritable, short-tempered, even angry.
People living with high stress may have feelings of.....
Poor self-worth or low self-esteem
Why are signs of alcohol and drug abuse sometimes missed in the elderly?
They mimic age-related changes such as bone density changes, urinary incontinence,
altered sleep patterns, unsteadiness, hypertension, stomach complaints and falls
What can prevent illness or improve a person's ability to cope with existing
illness.
Decreasing the number of stressors or the level of stress.
Problem-focused coping
Attempt to change or eliminate the stressful event or threat.
If someone is overcoming any kind of surgery, what is important?
A diet high in protein
