NSG 123 HESI FINAL EXAM 2 VERSIONS (VERSION A
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Galantamine hydrobromide (Razadyne, Razadyne ER):
Indications & Similar to what drug? - Answer-Galantamine
hydrobromide (Razadyne, Razadyne ER) is similar to
donepezil in its action. Indications include mild to
moderate dementia.
Galantamine hydrobromide (Razadyne, Razadyne ER):
Contraindications & Common Adverse Effects - Answer-
Contraindications include severe hepatic or renal
impairment.
.The most common adverse effects are insomnia, tremor,
dizziness, somnolence, headache, bradycardia, and
syncope.
What are some S & S of Peptic Ulcer Disease? - Answer-
Many patients with peptic ulcers have no signs or
symptoms. These silent peptic ulcers most commonly
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occur in older adults and those taking aspirin and other
NSAIDs
As a rule, the patient with an ulcer complains of dull,
gnawing pain or a burning sensation in the mid
epigastrium or the back. Other nonspecific symptoms of
either gastric ulcers or duodenal ulcers may include
pyrosis vomiting, constipation or diarrhea, and bleeding.
These symptoms are often accompanied by sour
eructation (burping), which is common when the patient's
stomach is empty.
What is the Onset, Peak, & Duration of Regular Insulin? -
Answer-Onset 30-60min
Peak 2-3 hours
Duration 4-6 hours
Usually give 20-30 minutes before meal. May be taken
alone or in combination with longer-acting insulin
What is wound dehiscence & evisceration? - Answer-
Wound dehiscence is a disruption of a surgical incision or
wound.
Evisceration is a protrusion of wound contents and serious
surgical complications.
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Dehiscence and evisceration are especially serious when
they involve abdominal incisions or wounds. They may
also occur because of increasing age, anemia, poor
nutritional status, obesity, malignancy, diabetes, the use of
steroids, and other factors in patients undergoing
abdominal surgery.An abdominal binder can provide
support and guard against dehiscence and may be used
along with the primary dressing, especially in patients with
weak or pendulous abdominal walls or when rupture of a
wound has occurred.
What is ulcerative colitis? - Answer-A chronic ulcerative
and inflammatory disease of the mucosal and submucosal
layers of the colon and rectum that is characterized by
unpredictable periods of remission and exacerbation with
bouts of abdominal cramps and bloody or purulent
diarrhea. The inflammatory changes typically begin in the
rectum and progress proximally through the colon
What type of steroids do you use for asthma? - Answer-
Glucocorticoids are a class of medication that has anti-
inflammatory properties. Glucocorticoids can be taken in
different forms, including with an inhaler, as a pill, or
through an IV. A spacer should be used with inhaled
corticosteroids, and patients should rinse their mouths
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after administration to prevent thrush, a common
complication associated with the use of inhaled
corticosteroids. A systemic preparation may be used to
gain rapid control of the disease; to manage severe,
persistent asthma; to treat moderate to severe
exacerbations; to accelerate recovery; and to prevent
recurrence.
What is Type 1 Diabetes? - Answer-Autoimmune- body
destroys B (beta) cells in islets of Langerhans• Only
treatment is close monitoring and insulin
3 P's (polyuria, polyphagia, & polydipsia)
DKA is extreme hyperglycemia
What is the Bariatric Surgery Post Op checklist? - Answer-
After surgery, the nurse assesses the patient for
complications from the bariatric surgery, such as
hemorrhage, venous thromboembolism, bile reflux,
dumping syndrome, dysphagia, and bowel or gastric outlet
obstruction.
Eat smaller but more frequent meals that contain protein
and fiber; each meal size should not exceed 1 cup.
Eat only foods high in nutrients (e.g., peanut butter,
cheese, chicken, fish, beans).