Nr 302 Final Exam Concepts Elaborated For Easier Understanding & Exam Pass. Latest Version-2023-Chamberlain University

Nasal polyps {Ans: chronic allergies}◦ Left-sided CHF {Ans: lung symptoms. 1st Fatigue. Pink frothy sputum. Pulmonary edema. Hypoxia. SOB, crackles/rales, cough, orthopnea, anxiety, confusion, PND. S3}Pruritus {Ans: itching}Hypoventilation {Ans: irregular, shallow resp. rate<10. Precipitating factors: narcotic OD, anesthetics, prolonged bed rest, chest splinting.}*Parkinsonian affect {Ans: mask like expression. Decreased dopamine}Stork bites {Ans: red spot. Common harmless newborn markings.}Fine rales {Ans: soft, high pitched, and very brief.}*Hyperthyroidism {Ans: ◦ Graves' disease most common cause ◦ Goiter, exophthalmos (bulging eyeballs) ◦ Symptoms: Nervousness, fatigue, weight loss, muscle cramps, heat intolerance ◦ Signs: Tachycardia, shortness of breath, excessive sweating or diaphoresis, fine muscle tremors, thin silky hair and skin, infrequent blinking, staring appearance}Otitis media {Ans: inner ear}B ehavior {Ans: ◦ Level of consciousness (alert) Lethargic (somnolent) Obtunded Stupor or semi-coma Coma ◦ Facial expression (appropriate, eye contact) ◦ Speech (clear, understandable) ◦ Mood and affect (pleasant, appropriate) Behavior - Grooming, Bodily odors, Hygiene, Facial expression, Mood, Level of anxiety}Ulnar surface of hand assesses {Ans: vibrations: thrills, tactile fremitus}Seborrhea keratosis {Ans: Common geriatric lesions.}4 basic techniques and correct order {Ans: Inspection, Palpation, Percussion, Auscultation.}*Edema {Ans: Swelling, accumulation of fluid in