Nur 163 Final Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

orthostatic hypotension {Ans: Decrease in blood pressure related to positional or postural changes from lying to sitting or standing positions}What is a heat stroke? {Ans: High body temperature due to failure of the body's heat-regulating systems}How do you care for hearing aids? {Ans: Clean hearing aids daily. Make sure the person has an extra set of batteries. Keep hearing aids away from heat and moisture. Do not use hairspray or other hair care products when hearing aids are in. Store hearing aids in room temperature when not being worn. Keeping hearing aids and replacement batteries away from small children and animals.}What are the nursing goals for depression? {Ans: watch signs and symptoms help pt cope with it}Hypothermia {Ans: abnormally low body temperature; treated by warm dry area, new clothes, blankets}What medication can help slow the progression of dementia? {Ans: Amenda}