Psw Final Review Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Signs of high blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) are {Ans: tiredness and fatigue hunger thirst frequent urination leg cramps blurred vision dry itchy skin flu like achiness sweet breath odour headache flushed face rapid weak pulse low blood pressure slow deep , laboured breathing confusion nausea ,vomiting convulsions loss of consciousness}Independence {Ans: The state of not relying on others for control or authority}oral care nursing considerations {Ans: Nursing considerations for brushing teeth for oral care provide comfort ,always wear gloves ,brush teeth twice a day, gentle strokes, use mouthwash ,small amounts of toothpaste ,look for dry, cracked and swollen lips, bleeding and swelling of the gums, pain and discomfort}Hepatitis A {Ans: is spread by fecal - oral route. Transmitted when traces of feces are ingested through food and water}Contractures {Ans: the lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle}Fall prevention {Ans: Most falls that happen In facility happen between the hours of 6 PM and 9 PM, have been in bathrooms and bedrooms and on the stairs , and during shift change}