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Nutrition, wellness and heart lungs intro
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Graduate
02/12/2012

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Term
How does stress interact with disease (4)
Definition
Physically- back and neck pain, headache
Behavioral - smoking, drugs,poor food choices
Emotional - depression, loneliness, cranky, food craving
Cognitive - memory lapse, poor attention
Term
Breathing relaxation technique is best for?
Definition
good posture, more oxygen decrease BP and HR
Term
Mindfulness relaxation technique is good for?
Definition
to be aware of body and senses. Be more aware of what you are eating to make you feel more satisfied.
Term
Music relaxation technique includes
Definition
soothing nature sounds without lyrics. Decrease Hr and BP, sleep
Term
Meditation relaxation technique includes
Definition
thinking about nothing and letting things go. Decrease BP, HR
Term
Visualization relaxation technique includes
Definition
mentally practicing the desired behavior in head (to stop smoking or lose weight)
Term
Guided imagery relaxation involves?
Definition
Relaxing scenes that involve all senses to make you feel like you are there (ex at the beach). Decrease BP and HR.
Term
Positive affirmation relaxation technique includes?
Definition
Positive statements that make you more sure of yourself (ex I will perform well on exam)
Term
Progressive neuromuscular relaxation technique includes?
Definition
Go up and down body focusing on relaxing each part. For patients who don't know difference between tense or relaxed muscles
Term
Biofeedback relaxation technique includes?
Definition
Using EMG, pulse, temperature to guage how tense or relaxed you are
Term
Physiological changes associated with relaxation response?
Definition
Metabolism, HR, BP, RR, Muscle tension all decrease
Term
What is stress cardiomyopathy?
Definition
Broken heart syndrome - intense emotional or physical stress can cause rapid severe heart muscle weakness. Reversible may present like heart attack.
Term
What is external locus of control?
Definition
Belief that outside factors determine your outcomes.
Term
What is internal locus of control?
Definition
Responsibility for own self and belief that they can affect their own circumstances.
Term
PTSD symptoms?
Definition
intrusive dreams, amnesia, psychic numbing, hypervigilence, dissociative states, emotional anesthesia, dysphonia, survival guilt, irritability
Term
Anxiety patient management?
Definition
relaxation, guided imagery, refer, desensitization, cognitive behavior therapy
Term
Depression patient management?
Definition
encourage, positive feedback,empower, refer, EXERCISE!
Term
Substance abuse patient management?
Definition
refer, emphasize healthy activities
Term
Cardiopulmonary complications associated with substance abuse?
Definition
acute or chronic restrictive lung dysfunction, increased ventilation perfusion mismatching, decreased DLco, Hypoxemia, hypercapria
Term
Hoe to strengthen coping strategies?
Definition
denying seriousness (short term), provide info (bite size), teach how to take care of themselves, set concrete and limited goals, recruit instrumental and emotional support, consider possible future events and stressful circumstances, gain manageable perspective
Term
Transtheoretical model pre-contemplation
Definition
not considering change in next several months. EDUCATE THEM!
Term
Transtheoretical model contemplation
Definition
aware of problem and seriously considering making change.
EDUCATE, MENTALLY REHEARSE, VISUALIZe
Term
Transtheoretical model preparation
Definition
ready to try to change.
LIST ACTIVITIES WITH GOALS. IDENTIFY BARRIERS AND STRATEGIES TO OVERCOME.
Term
Transtheoretical model Action
Definition
Successfully taking active efforts to change
ENCOURAGE, POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT AND REWARDS
Term
Transtheoretical model maintainence
Definition
Working to maintain behavioral change (>6mo)
Term
Lapse vs Relapse
Definition
Lapse - short break
Relapse - abandon and return to old ways
Term
Health belief model
Definition
An individual will perform a health behavior or preventative action depending on:
Perceived threat and the assessed sum of benefits minus barriers
Term
What is self-efficacy?
Definition
Confidence you can make a change.
If pt does not have this NOTHING WILL CHANGE.
Term
Cultural concepts and cardiac risk factors
Definition
Food, traditions, beliefs/values, perception of beauty, attitude towards healthcare, family structure and support, exercise.
Term
How do you prevent burn out?
Definition
go on vacation, engage in rec activities, refresh
Term
What is latex allergy and what are signs and symptoms?
Definition
IgE response from tactile, inhaled or ingested exposure to latex.
S&S: Urticaria, contact dermitis, naso-rhinitis, upper respiratory tract irritation, conjunctivitis, local agioedema, asthma, hyptension, anaphylaxis
Term
Restrain guidelines?
Definition
Slipknot, do not restrain on moveable object, secure, but not too tight, replace after PT session, no tripping hazard
Term
Systemic effects of prolonged bed rest?
Definition
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Term
can mouth breathers still benefit from o2 supplementation via nasal canula?
Definition
yup! still gets into mouth area
Term
Signs and symptoms of O2 toxicity?
Definition
O2 too high and maintained for prolonged period
S&S: substernal chest pain exacerbated by deep breathing, dry cough, tracheal irritation, pleuritic pain w inspiration, dyspnea, nasal stiffness and congestion, sore throat, eye and ear discomfort
Term
Pulse oximetry and how it works?
Definition
measures % hemoglobin saturated with O2 in arterial blood.
Probe placed on finger that emits 2 wavelengths of light to differentiate oxygenated from deoxygenated hemoglobin.
Term
What is normal O2 and when would someone need supplemental O2?
Definition
Normal: 96-100%
Supplemental: when < or = 88%
Term
How do you handle IV and central lines (PICC)?
Definition
Count lines and follow them. No kinking or pulling. Watch for infiltration.
Term
IV vs Central and PICC lines?
Definition
IV is in hand or forearm
Central line is in arterial or subclavian arteries
PICC line (peripherally inserted central catheter) is inserted to peripheral veins then advanced to larger
Term
How do you deal with catheters? (4 things)
Definition
Bag always below level of bladder
Bag not too full or backed up
Secure bag to clothing, AD to prevent tripping or tangling
Handle with care!
Term
Basic principles of medical error prevention? (6)
Definition
simplify processes improve communication Increase management support Decrease punitive punishment Standardized protocols Empower patients
Term
PROCESS acronym
Definition
P artnership of all stakeholders
R eporting errors w/o fear
O pen-ended focus groups
C ultural shift
E ducation and training programs
S tatistical analysis data
S ystem redesign
Term
When is it allowable to share info?
Definition
patient treatment
reimbursement payment
healthcare operations
Term
Why cant you use cell phones with telemetry?
Definition
Telemetry units are based on radio frequency which cell phones interfere with.
Term
Trendelenburg position
Definition
patient head low and body and legs on elevated and inclined plane
Term
Reverse trendelenburg position
Definition
Head of bed up
Term
Fowler's position
Definition
Semi-sitting head of bed adjusted 45-60 degrees. Knees may or may not be bent.
Term
Modified plantargrade position
Definition
Standing weight bearing throughout all extremities with hands on supporting surface
Term
Hooklying position
Definition
supine with hips and knees flexed with feet flat on mat
Term
NPO abrreviation
Definition
Nothing by mouth
Term
DNR abbreviation
Definition
Do not resuscitate
Term
Possible referrals
Definition
Physicians, PAs, nurses,specialists, ST, OT, PT, Rec ther, psychological, social workers, case workers, nutritionists, pharmacologists, DME (medical supplier)
Term
What is an SNF?
Definition
Skilled Nursing Facility. Temporary nursing care and rehab therapy.
Term
What is inpatient rehab hospital care?
Definition
Temporary placement of high intensity rehab (at least 3 hours per day of multiple services). FIM scoring used.
Term
What is an ALF?
Definition
Assisted living facility where patient lives. Person needs help with preparing meals, cleaning and other aspects of care.
Term
What is hospice care?
Definition
End of life care (6mo left). Inpatient or home.
Term
What is an ECF?
Definition
Extended care facility aka "nursing home". For people to live with no rehab potential.
Term
What is home care?
Definition
home health PT or outpatient services. Pt must be home bound to have services brought to them.
Term
What do you do if patient is having a seizure?
Definition
protect from environment, prevent fall, roll to side, dont put anything in mouth
Term
What do you do if pt goes into cardiac arrest?
Definition
call 911, get AED, start CPR
Term
What do you do if patient has hypoglycemia?
Definition
Rule of 15: stop all activity, sit pt down give 15g carb and check glucose in 15 min.
Term
Signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia?
Definition
increased hunger, dizziness/headache, anxious and sweating, skipped meal
Term
Posterior approach hip replacement precaution?
Definition
Hip flex >90
Hip adduction
Internal rotation
Term
Equipment needed for hip replacement?
Definition
abduction pillow, reclining wheel chair
Term
How long should you wash hands?
Definition
15 sec
Term
What are the 6 wellness principles?
Definition
Physical, spiritual, social, occupational, emotional and intellectual
Term
Primary prevention
Definition
reducing risk factors of disease
Term
Secondary prevention
Definition
Early detection of disease and avoid further complications.
Term
Tertiary prevention
Definition
Limiting impact of established disease.
Term
What is effect of lack of sleep on cardiovascular system?
Definition
hypertension, heart attack, heart failure, stroke
Term
Sleep hygiene prescription (10)
Definition
regular bed and wake schedule Relaxing bedtime routine Dark, quiet, comfortable and cool environment comfortable mattress and pillows SLeep and sex only for bedroom no eating 2-3 hours before bed Exercise regularly few hours before bed Avoid caffeine around bedtime Avoid nicotene Avoid alcohol
Term
What is involved in health risk assessment?
Definition
Questionnaire (PAR-Q and YOU), vital signs, health history, medications
Term
What is involved in a fitness assessment?
Definition
Medical history, musculoskeletal eval(flexibility, posture, strength, stability)
Term
What is involved in body composition analysis? healthy ranges?
Definition
determining amount of fatty tissue vs muscle mass
Women: 20-32%
Men: 10-22%

Bod pod, DEXA, Hydrostatic weighing, electrical impedence, skinfold
Term
How does bod pod work?
Definition
measures difference between body mass and body volume by displacement of air
Term
How does hydrostatic weighing work?
Definition
displacement of water to measure difference bw body mass and volume
Term
How does electrical impedence work?
Definition
measure body mass by sending a little electricity through the body after you enter height and weight
Term
How do you calculate BMI?
Definition
Weight in lbs x 700 then divide by height in inches squared
Term
What transfer would you do if pt was max assist?
Definition
hydraulic lift, 2 person lift, dependant stand and pivot
Term
what transfer would you do if patient required mod/min assist?
Definition
sliding board, push up transfer, assisted standing pivot
Term
What is stroke volume? Normal?
Definition
Total volume of blood ejected from L ventricle through the valve during systole
Normal: 55-100 mL/beat
Term
Path of cardiac electrical conduction?
Definition
SA node --> atria --> AV node --> bundle of His --> Purkinjie fibers --> septum --> ventricles
Term
What does the P wave on ECG represent?
Definition
atrial depolarization
Term
What does the PRS segement on ECG represent?
Definition
conduction through AV node
Term
What does the QRS complex on ECG represent?
Definition
ventricular depolarization
Term
What does the ST segment on ECG represent?
Definition
initiation of ventricular depolarization
Term
What does the T wave on ECG represent?
Definition
complete ventricular repolarization
Term
What is ECG clinically useful to identify?
Definition
Arrhythmias, ectopy (premature ventricular contractions), conduction abnormalities, perfusion abnormalities, MIs
Term
What are some invasive methods monitoring of heart? (4)
Definition
Left heart cathetarization/coronary angiogram
R heart cathetarization
Transesophageal echocardiogram
Invasive monitors (central line)
Term
What clinical tests and measures can be used to gauge cardiac function? (2)
Definition
Exercise tolerance test (stress test) or pharmacological stress test
Term
What is ejection fraction? Normal?
Definition
% of blood that was in left ventricle at end of diastole that was ejected into aorta during systole.
It is the relationship between stroke volume (SV) and the left ventricle end diastole volume (LVEDV). EF = SV / LVEDV

Normal: 55-75%
Term
What happens during exercise stress test?
Definition
Increasing intensity of activity while monitoring ECG, BP and RPE.
Term
What is a cardiac echocardiogram?
Definition
Ultrasound to evaluate function of the heart
Term
What is compensatory tachycardia?
Definition
increase in HR as the body's response to a loss in volume (surgery or dehydration) to maintain CO in presence of reduced SV.
Term
What is chronotropic incompentance?
Definition
Insufficient HR response in presence of increased VO2 (effort)
Term
What is blood composed of? (4)
Definition
Red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), platelets and plasma
Term
What is function of red blood cells?
Definition
carry oxygen
Term
what is function of white blood cells?
Definition
immune response
Term
what is function of platelets?
Definition
clotting
Term
what is function of blood plasma?
Definition
transport nutrients, waste, hormones, CO2, electrolytes and thermal regulation
Term
What is the normal PH of blood?
Definition
7.35 - 7.45
Acidosis (low)
Alkalosis (high)
Term
What does arterial system do?
Definition
Carry oxygenated blood
Can vasoconstrict/dilate
Elastic and muscular
Term
What does the venous system do?
Definition
Recieve deoxygenated blood
Need one way valves and skeletal muscle
Term
What does lymphatic system do?
Definition
defense
assist circulating body fluids
immune surveillance
Term
What is baroreceptor reflex?
Definition
Reflex that is activated by pressure or stretch on receptors located within internal carotid and aortic arch
Term
What do chemoreceptors do?
Definition
monitor O2 and CO2 concentrations
Term
What is autoregulation (of coronary arteries)?
Definition
A LOCAL effect that provides quick and direct response to a change in local metabolism or blood flow alteration
Term
How does norepinephrine effect heart?
Definition
increases HR and force of contraction
Term
Sympathetic vs parasympathetic
Definition
sympathetic (fight or flight) increases
parasympathetic (relaxation) decreases
Term
R lung vs L lung:
Lobes and brochopulmonary segments
Definition
R lung:
3 lobes, 10 bronchopulmonary segments
L lung:
2 loves, 8 bronchopulmonary segments
Term
Which lung pleura is against the lung? (inside) and does not feel pain
Definition
Visceral
Term
Which pleura of lung feels pain is outside layer?
Definition
Parietal pleura
Term
What is the function of thorax? (3)
Definition
Protection of vital organs
Site of attachment of muscles of resp
Site of attachment of upper extremity muscles
Term
Primary muscles of inspiration?
Definition
diaphragm (innervated by phrenic – C3,C4,C5), scalenes, parasternals
Term
What is diaphragm innervated by? Spinal segments?
Definition
Phrenic nerve. C3 C4 C5
Term
Accessory muscles of inspiration?
Definition
: sternocleidomastoid, upper trapezius, pectoralis major and minor, subclavius, and possibly the external intercostals
Term
primary muscle of expiration
Definition
NONE
Term
Accessory muscles of expiration?
Definition
abdominals, pectoralis major, and possibly the internal intercostals
Term
Parts of upper respiratory tract? (3)
Definition
Nasal cavity, Pharynx, Larynx
Term
Parts of lower respiratory tract? (6)
Definition
trachea, mainstem bronchi(2), lobar bronchi(5), segmental bronchi(18), bronchioles (terminal and respiratory), alveoli (gas exchange)
Term
What are the functions of the tracheobrachial tree? (5)
Definition
Conducts air to the alveoli
Humidification, traps small particles
Moves mucus upward with the cilia
Warms the air via vascular supply
Elicits the cough reflex - survival
Term
What is normal BMI for women and men?
Definition
18.5-24.9
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