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| Locations to Test Skin Turgor |
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Definition
-Abdomen
-Forearm
-Sternum
-Forehead
-Thigh |
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Term
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Definition
-Confusion
-Tiredness
-Abdominal Cramping
-Seizures
-Nausea
-Increased Urination |
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Term
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Definition
-Transport of water, oxygen, nutrients, hormones, enzymes, and medication to cells
-Transportation of C02 and cell waste away from cells
-Regulation of pH, fluid volume, electrolytes, body temp., and clotting factors (hemostasis) |
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Term
| Composition of Lymphatic System |
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Definition
-Bone Marrow
-Thymus Gland
-Lymph Fluid
-Lymph Nodes and Vessels
-Tonsils and Adenoids
-Spleen
-Peyer's Patches |
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Term
| Effects of Age on the Hematological System |
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Definition
-Decreased Plasma Volume, Cell Production Rate, Bone Marrow Activity, and Immune Response
-Increased risk of Hypovolemia, Shock, and Clots |
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Term
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Definition
-Tape measure around fullest part of abdomen (usually 1" above umbillicus)
-Place small ink marks at outside of tape on axillary lines so that future measurements can be taken @same place for comparison |
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Term
| How to Detect Cyanosis with Dark Complexion |
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Definition
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Term
| Purpose of Energy Conservation |
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Definition
-Conserve oxygen
-Prevent anorexia |
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Term
| Deficits in Nutritional Anemia |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
-Mild Headaches
-Palpitations
-Exertional Dyspenia |
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Term
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Definition
-Liver -Backstrap Molasses
-Oatmeal -Prunes
-Apricot -Egg Yolks
-Kidney Beans -Lean Beef
-Lima Beans -Whole Grains
-Prune Juice -Raisins
-Spinach -Spinach
-Green, Leafy Veg -Turkey |
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