4 Nur2755 Final Exam Thorough Review

Seizure interventions {Ans: -Turn the patient on their side -Remove objects that may injure the patient -Suction as needed -Oxygen -Padded side rails -IV access (saline lock) -Bed in lowest position -Nothing in mouth -Loosen or remove restrictive clothing}Burns Emergent/Resuscitative Stage {Ans: Onset to 24-48 hours ABC Securing the airways Supporting circulation and perfusion (escharotomy) Maintaining body temperature Pain management Emotional support Start large bore IV and begin parkland method Administer tetanus Give albumin}Increased intracranial pressure treatment {Ans: IV mannitol given through a filter because it crystallizes at room temperature}Aphasia {Ans: Inability to speak or understand language}Earliest sign of increased intracranial pressure {Ans: Decreased level of consciousness}Malignant hyperthermia treatment {Ans: Dantrolene}