Nur 155 Exam 2 (Elaborated Questions And Answers) Latest

what minimum waist circumference puts a man at high risk for heart disease {Ans: 40 inches}factors affecting fluid, electrolyte balances {Ans: AGE: infants/elderly more susceptible to imbalances STRESS: inc. fluid retention & dec. renal excretion WEIGHT: total body fluid disproportionate weight in those who are obese SURGERY: preoperative NPO, postoperative vomiting, blood loss, stress MEDICAL COND: cardiac, renal, liver, respiratory disorders like COPD}two point gait {Ans: **two points touching the floor - move right crutch and left foot at the same time, left crutch and right foot at the same time}extension {Ans: streightening arm at elbow}Requirements for swallow study/test {Ans: - patients with dysphagia, patients at risk for aspiration - conducted by speech therapist - dietitian will determine appropriate food textures and hydration}What are signs and symptoms of not tolerating enteral feedings {Ans: - distention, coughing, vomiting, cramps, general abdominal discomfort}