Nur 676 Final Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Unstable angina and non-ST segment elevation MI clinical presentation {Ans: depends predominately on a detailed patient history. Important factors nature of symptoms, prior to history of CAD, age older than 65 y.o, and number of risks factors of CAD p.563}Meniere's disease pathophysiology {Ans: excess fluid and pressure in the labyrinth of the inner ear that episodically distends the structure of the labyrinth and damages the vestibular system (Involved in balance) & cochlear cells (involve in hearing). Unknown etiology p388}IBS Clinical Presentation {Ans: Pain must be present for diagnosis. Pain is non-radiating, intermittent, and crampy; pain can occur anywhere but is usually located on LLQ. Symptoms usually occur after food or alcohol consumption. Diarrhea, constipation or a pattern of alternating diarrhea and constipation may be reported. Bowel movements depends on the person's norm (could be 3 x month or 3 x day). P732}PUD H.Pylori therapy {Ans: acid inhibiting therapy and antibiotics. PPIs and clarithromycin 500 mg PO BID and amoxicillin 1 g PO BID for 7 to 14 days option 2- metronizadole, tetracycline, and PPIs for 10 to 14 days.}Bronchitis Management {Ans: Suspected pertussis is the ONLY indication for abx (macrolides). Fluids and rest are primary