Nr 224 - Final Exam Practice Questions With 100% Correct Answers Rated A+

Dysphagia {Ans: -difficulty swallowing -older adults -stroke patients - dont give anything by mouth until they get a swallow study - can aspirate -instruct to take small bites/thicken liquids}Urine pH Level {Ans: 4.6-8, pH level indicates acid-base balance. Acid pH helps protect against bacterial growth. Urine that stands for several hours becomes alkaline from bacterial growth.}Forms of Medications: Solid {Ans: -caplet: coated -capsule: encased in gelatin shell - dont crush -tablet: compressed powder medication -enteric coated: coated tablet, dissolve in intestines - dont crush *Ng tube: one pill at a time, flush in between}Medication Names {Ans: -chemical (N-Acetyl-para-aminophenol) -generic (acetaminophen) -trade (Tylenol) -generally will only tell patients the generic and trade name}What patients would have Nocturia? {Ans: prostate problems, diabetes, drinking too much fluid -important to address safety}Hypoglycemia {Ans: -diaphoresis, shaking, irritability, confusion 1. take blood sugar! 2. glucose tabs *are they able to protect their airway and take something by mouth? -follow protocol}