Pnr201 Exam #2

What types of surgeries are emergency? {Ans: Requires immediate intervention to prevent life-threatening consequences -Gun shot, stab wound, severe bleeding, abdominal aortic aneurysm, compound fracture, appendectomy}Foods that can prevent night blindness {Ans: -Vitamins (A): carrots, mangos, eggs, green leafy veggies -Antioxidants: bilberry, blueberry -Omega 3 fatty acids: cold water fish, flaxseed, walnuts}What are some things you would do as a home health nurse visiting a blind client? {Ans: -Introduce self before touching -Assist with feeding using clock method -Make sure nothing is on floor -If guide dog is present, do not interfere with or pet -Ask if they would like doors open or shut -Ask about straws for drinks}What priority assessment do we make with a client with fibromyalgia? {Ans: Pain}What lab findings would indicate a client is immunosuppressed? {Ans: -Chronic renal failure, diabetes mellitus -Patients who take daily corticosteroids}Determine which client is having a diagnostic surgery {Ans: -Cancer, biopsy -Exploratory laparotomy -Arthroscopy}