NUR 355 Exam 2 (MedSurg 1) Questions
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What would be present in fibromyalgia?
Ans: Muscle pain and tender points all over without joint
edema
Which labs would be elevated with gout?
Ans: Serum uric acid
What is a common side effect of opiates?
Ans: Constipation
What indicates a deterioration in patient condition in someone with
HIV?
Ans: Temperature
Patients post-surgery who are reporting pain but do not appear to
be in acute distress, what alternatives can be used?
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Ans: Reposition and Ambulate
What is the most common type I hypersensitivity?
Ans: Allergic rhinitis
Heat therapy is provided for?
Ans: Painful muscles
Cold therapy is provided for?
Ans: Inflammation
What elevated lab result would indicate allergic rhinitis?
Ans: Eosinophils
When would a referral to a pain specialist be used?
Ans: Uncontrolled chronic pain
Clinical manifestations of an acute flare-up of gout?
Ans: - WARMTH in affected joint
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- ELEVATED serum uric acid level
- REDNESS in affected joint
- PAIN of the affected area
What are four standard precautions?
Ans: - Sneezing into elbow
- Coughing into sleeve
- Use PPE as needed for care of patient
- Wearing gloves when handling secretions
What are four CAM therapies?
Ans: - Guided imagery
- Massage therapy
- Reiki
- Pet therapy
What is the job of adaptive immunity?
Ans: Protect against invading organisms
What are three treatments for fibromyalgia?
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