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Which of the following is a primary function of the immune system?
Which of the following is a primary function of the immune system?
- Transporting oxygen
- Protecting the body from foreign invaders (correct)
- Regulating body temperature
- Digesting nutrients
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves IgE antibodies?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves IgE antibodies?
- Type II
- Type III
- Type IV
- Type I (correct)
What is a potential side effect of immunosuppressive therapy?
What is a potential side effect of immunosuppressive therapy?
- Enhanced wound healing
- Decreased risk of infection
- Increased risk of infection (correct)
- Increased energy
What does the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve illustrate?
What does the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve illustrate?
In the context of acid-base balance, what does the carbonic acid-bicarbonate system primarily do?
In the context of acid-base balance, what does the carbonic acid-bicarbonate system primarily do?
What is a key factor in maintaining homeostasis of acid-base balance in the body?
What is a key factor in maintaining homeostasis of acid-base balance in the body?
What is a primary focus of nursing management for a patient with peritonitis?
What is a primary focus of nursing management for a patient with peritonitis?
What is a potential complication of acute pancreatitis?
What is a potential complication of acute pancreatitis?
Cholelithiasis refers to the presence of what condition?
Cholelithiasis refers to the presence of what condition?
What is a common intervention following a bowel resection and ostomy surgery?
What is a common intervention following a bowel resection and ostomy surgery?
Flashcards
Immune System
Immune System
The body's defense system comprised of cells, tissues, and organs that recognize and attack foreign substances.
Types of Immunoglobulins
Types of Immunoglobulins
IgG, IgA, IgM, IgE, and IgD. They each have specific roles in neutralizing pathogens.
Systemic Anaphylactic Reaction
Systemic Anaphylactic Reaction
An immediate and life-threatening allergic reaction involving multiple organ systems.
Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve
Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve
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Shifts of the Oxyhemoglobin Curve
Shifts of the Oxyhemoglobin Curve
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Carbonic Acid-Bicarbonate System
Carbonic Acid-Bicarbonate System
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ABG Imbalance Origins
ABG Imbalance Origins
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Peritonitis, Obstruction, Ostomy
Peritonitis, Obstruction, Ostomy
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Pancreatitis, Cholecystitis
Pancreatitis, Cholecystitis
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Study Notes
- Chapter 14 addresses Hypersensitivity Reactions
Immunity
- Describe the components and functions of the immune system, types of immunity and development
- Characterize the 5 types of immunoglobulins and understand related to a patient scenario
- Distinguish among the 4 types of hypersensitivity reaction in terms of immunologic mechanisms and resulting alterations
- Outline clinical manifestations and emergency management of a systemic anaphylactic reaction
- Differentiate types of rejections after transplantation
- Identify types and side effects of immunosuppressive therapy
- Understand the mechanics of immunosuppressive therapy in the presence of organ transplant
- Identify different types of transplants and terminology
Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve
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Identify factors that shift the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve
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Implement nursing care for patients with a shift in the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve
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Identify patient manifestations that can impact SpO2 monitoring and readings
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Compare patient presentations for a shift to the left or right of the curve
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Chapter 17 discusses Acid/Base Balance
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Chapter 27 discusses ABG Interpretation
Acid/Base Balance
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Identify factors that maintain homeostasis of acid-base balance
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Predict changes in assessment and lab values based on compensatory mechanisms
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Describe the carbonic acid-bicarbonate system
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Discriminate between assessment findings of patients with different acid-base abnormalities
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Predict treatment modalities that will be utilized for various acid-base imbalances
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Differentiate between cause and compensation of acid base imbalances
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Analyze ABG results to identify if acid-base imbalances are respiratory or metabolic in origin
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Understand potential causes of acid-base abnormalities
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Chapters 47 and 48 cover Peritonitis, Bowel Obstruction, Ostomy, Pancreatitis and Cholecystitis
Peritonitis, Bowel Obstruction, Ostomy, Pancreatitis and Cholecystitis
- Describe interprofessional and nursing management of peritonitis
- Differentiate between small and large bowel obstructions, including causes, clinical manifestations, interprofessional and nursing management
- Select nursing interventions to manage care of the patient after bowel resection and ostomy surgery
- Understand the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, complications, interprofessional and nursing management of acute pancreatitis
- Describe the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, interprofessional care of gallbladder disorders
- Describe the nursing management of patients undergoing surgical treatments for cholecystitis and cholelithiasis
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