Hondros Nur 176 Exam 1 Questions And Answers 100% Correct

If there is suspected bacterial meningitis? {Ans: Respiratory isolation (droplet) until antibiotic runs for 24 hours}Patient ICP has increased and ordered a lumbar puncture to diagnosis meningitis would puncture be preformed? {Ans: No. Page 1947 Copper}Prevention of long term complications of diabetes {Ans: Takes meds, daily feet care, yearly renal test, eye exams every 6 months, LDL less than 150}If pt complains of nausea and diarrhea while on glucaphage? (Metformin) {Ans: Notify doctor.}The nurse will implement which of these nursing interventions for the patient with increased intracranial pressure? {Ans: Teach patient to avoid Valsalva maneuver. Position patient to avoid flexion of hips, waist, and neck. Suction only as necessary, but no longer than 10 seconds. Place neck in neutral position. Page 1915}Dysphagia precautions {Ans: No straws , thicken liquids,}Diabetic foot care {Ans: Clean w/ soap and warm water, clean socks everyday, cut toe nails straight across, keep feet dry, no powder or lotion b/t toes , wear shoes , inspect feet daily, no gardners}Reality orientation for dementia pts {Ans: Be honest, call by preferred name, eye contact, set a routine , simple tasks and directions, familiar objects}Can we place something in a