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| What occurs when a PTs GFR is less than 30? |
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| The PT is in kidney failure |
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| What is the appropriate creatinine range ? |
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| What is the appropriate BUN range ? |
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| How high above the needle should an IV bag be hung? |
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| At what level should a urinary catheter bag be placed? |
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| Below the level of the urinary bladder |
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| How high above the table should an enema bag be placed? |
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| Where should a PTs chest tube remain after it is placed? |
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| Below the level of the chest |
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| What is the most common o2 administrative device? |
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| A nasal cannula is considered a low-flow device, what is its flow rate? |
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| At what proximity is the body mechanics center of gravity? |
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| Who describes the the stages of the terminally ill? |
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| What are the stages of the terminally ill? |
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| 1.Denial and Isolation 2.Anger 3.Bargaining 4.Depression 5. Acceptance |
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| For a wheelchair transfer if the PT has a strong side in what direction is it placed? |
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Definition
| Toward the table move the PT toward their strong side |
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| What are the 4 types of o2 masks? |
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| 1.Simple 2.Nonrebreather 3.Aerosol 4.Air Entertainment |
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| What type of o2 is needed for a PT with COPD? |
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| o2 masks require oxygen flow rates higher than what? |
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| What are endotracheal(ET)tubes used for? |
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| To manage a variety of respiratory complications. |
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| What 5 common respiratory complications are ET tubed used for? |
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Definition
| 1.Vent/o2 delivery 2.Upper Airway Obstruction 3.Pending Gastric Acid Reflux 4.Aspiration 5.Provisions for tracheobronchial toilet (lavage) |
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| What is another name for a thoracotomy tube? |
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| What are chest tubes used to drain? |
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| Intrapleural space and mediastinum |
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| Thoracotomy tubes (chest tubes) are inserted through the chest wall to establish what? |
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Definition
| To establish negative intrapleural in cases of pneumo. hemothorax, pleural effusion and emphysema. |
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| When chest tube PTs are transported their suction device stays where? |
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Definition
| Below the level of the chest |
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| Central venous lines (CV lines) are one of what 4 names? |
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Definition
| 1.Broviac 2.Hickman 3.Leonard 4.Groshong |
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| Catheters are available in ? |
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Definition
| Single, Double and Multiple Lumens for short and long term use |
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| What are the 2 Major catheter types used in the hospital? |
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Definition
| Nasogastric and Urinary Bladder |
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| What are the 4 levels of consciousness associated with head trauma? |
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| 1.Alert and Conscious 2.Drowsy but responsive 3.Unconscious but reactive to pain 4.Comatose |
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| Shock caused by blood loss? |
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| Shock caused by cardiac failure? |
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| Shock due to injury to the nervous system? |
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| Shock due to sepsis (infection) deep anesthesia, damage to the upper spinal cord? |
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| What does a person with hypoglycemia need? |
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| What is a condition in which excessive insulin is produced? |
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| What are symptoms of hypoglycemia? |
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| Hungry, weak, shaking and sweating |
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| What is the main food that a PT with hypoglycemia needs? |
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| What does a person with hyperglycemia need? |
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| What is a condition of excessive sugar in the blood? |
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| How long does it take for hyperglycemia to set in? |
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Definition
| Develops gradually.. Hours / Days |
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| Symptoms of hyperglycemia? |
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Definition
| Thirsty, and excessive urine, dry mucosa, rapid/deep breathing, drowsiness and confusion |
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| What may happen to a PT if hyperglycemia goes untreated? |
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Definition
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| Plastic or rubber tubes inserted through the nasopharynx into the stomach. Used for decompression or fluids from the stomach? |
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| What are the two NG tube types (names)? |
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| Single lumen tube with several holes near the tip? |
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| Radiopaque, double lumen tube, one for air vent, the other for removal of gastric contents? |
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| What is the average body temperature range and normal temp? |
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| Average systolic BP range ? |
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| Average diastolic BP range ? |
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| A state of oxygen deficiency at the tissue level? |
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| What are 3 signs a PT will exhibit with hypoxia? |
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| 1.SOB 2.Increased heart rate 3.Elevated BP |
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| Oxygen must be prescribed by who? |
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| What needs to be included on an o2 prescription? |
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Definition
| How much, what device is used for administration, whether its continuous or PRN. |
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| What are the different o2 administration devices? |
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Definition
| Nasal cannula, masks, tents/oxyhoods and ventilators |
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