Nfdn 1002 Final Study Guide Graded A+

How does age affect elimination {Ans: -decreased ability to concentrate urine -decreased bladder muscle tone -decreased bladder contractility -neuromuscular; degenerative joint problems; thought processes; weakness -male prostate increase in size}What are the principles of palliative care {Ans: for people who face life threatening illnesses, medical and technological advances are available to reverse the course of the disease or prolong life}Rest {Ans: -patient remains awake -period of decreased physical activity -brain remains active}How do you support comfort care in the family of a palliative patient {Ans: offer a support system to help families cope during the patients illness and their own bereavement}What are some common sleep disorders {Ans: -Insomnia, hypersomnia, narcolepsy, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, parasomnia}Blue bloater- chronic bronchitis symptoms {Ans: -chronic, productive cough -purulent sputum -hemoptysis -mild dyspnea initially -cyanosis (due to hypoxia) -peripheral edema (due to cor pulmonale) -crackles/wheezing -prolonged expiration -obese}