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A nurse is caring for a patient with heart failure. Which intervention best demonstrates the integration of multiple key concepts in medical-surgical nursing?
A nurse is caring for a patient with heart failure. Which intervention best demonstrates the integration of multiple key concepts in medical-surgical nursing?
- Educating the patient about sodium restriction and monitoring their daily weight, while collaborating with a dietitian and considering the patient's cultural food preferences. (correct)
- Ensuring the patient's bedside table is within easy reach.
- Administering diuretics as prescribed to manage fluid overload.
- Checking the patient's vital signs every four hours.
Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the application of the nursing process in medical-surgical nursing?
Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the application of the nursing process in medical-surgical nursing?
- A nurse administers pain medication to a patient based on a previous shift's documentation.
- A nurse reviews lab results before the doctor arrives.
- A nurse assesses a patient's surgical wound, identifies signs of infection, consults with the physician for antibiotic orders, implements wound care, and evaluates the wound's healing progress daily. (correct)
- A nurse follows a checklist when admitting a new patient.
An elderly patient with a history of diabetes and hypertension is admitted with pneumonia. What is the priority nursing intervention that considers geriatric considerations and common health problems?
An elderly patient with a history of diabetes and hypertension is admitted with pneumonia. What is the priority nursing intervention that considers geriatric considerations and common health problems?
- Encouraging the patient to ambulate frequently to prevent muscle atrophy.
- Providing a high-carbohydrate diet to meet the patient's energy needs.
- Administering a sedative to promote rest and reduce anxiety.
- Monitoring blood glucose levels, administering antibiotics as prescribed, and assessing for polypharmacy and potential drug interactions. (correct)
A patient reports severe pain following abdominal surgery. Which approach best reflects multimodal pain management?
A patient reports severe pain following abdominal surgery. Which approach best reflects multimodal pain management?
A patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is admitted with hyperkalemia. Which intervention is most appropriate considering fluid and electrolyte balance?
A patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is admitted with hyperkalemia. Which intervention is most appropriate considering fluid and electrolyte balance?
A patient with COPD is admitted with increased dyspnea and hypoxemia. What is the most appropriate initial nursing intervention related to respiratory care?
A patient with COPD is admitted with increased dyspnea and hypoxemia. What is the most appropriate initial nursing intervention related to respiratory care?
A patient is being discharged after hip replacement surgery. Which action best demonstrates patient education principles?
A patient is being discharged after hip replacement surgery. Which action best demonstrates patient education principles?
A nurse observes a colleague diverting narcotics. Which ethical principle is most directly violated?
A nurse observes a colleague diverting narcotics. Which ethical principle is most directly violated?
A nurse is caring for a patient from a different culture. To provide culturally competent care, the nurse should prioritize:
A nurse is caring for a patient from a different culture. To provide culturally competent care, the nurse should prioritize:
A patient with a stroke is at risk for increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
A patient with a stroke is at risk for increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
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Patient-centered care
Patient-centered care
Focuses on individual patient needs, values, and preferences in healthcare.
Evidence-based practice
Evidence-based practice
Using research findings to guide clinical decision-making for best patient outcomes.
Assessment
Assessment
Gathering subjective and objective data about the patient's health status.
Medication administration
Medication administration
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Autonomy
Autonomy
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Cultural awareness
Cultural awareness
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Pain assessment
Pain assessment
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Wound cleansing
Wound cleansing
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Fluid compartments
Fluid compartments
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Standard precautions
Standard precautions
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Study Notes
- Medical-surgical nursing focuses on adult patients and their families across various healthcare settings
- Integrates knowledge from nursing, medicine, social sciences, and public health
- The goal is to promote wellness, manage illness, and support end-of-life care
Key Concepts in Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Patient-centered care focuses on individual patient needs, values, and preferences
- Evidence-based practice uses research findings to guide clinical decision-making
- Safety minimizes risks to patients and healthcare providers
- Quality improvement continuously improves healthcare processes and outcomes
- Informatics uses information technology to manage and communicate data and support decision-making
- Teamwork and collaboration involves working effectively with other healthcare professionals
Common Health Problems in Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Cardiovascular disorders include hypertension, heart failure, and coronary artery disease
- Respiratory disorders include chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and pneumonia
- Endocrine disorders include diabetes mellitus and thyroid disorders
- Neurological disorders include stroke, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis
- Gastrointestinal disorders include peptic ulcer disease and inflammatory bowel disease
- Renal disorders include chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury
- Musculoskeletal disorders include osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and fractures
- Cancer includes various types and stages
- Infectious diseases include pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and sepsis
Nursing Process in Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Assessment involves gathering subjective and objective data about the patient's health status
- Diagnosis involves analyzing data to identify actual or potential health problems
- Planning involves developing goals and interventions to address the patient's needs
- Implementation involves carrying out the planned interventions
- Evaluation involves assessing the effectiveness of the interventions and adjusting the plan as needed
Common Nursing Interventions
- Medication administration ensures safe and accurate medication delivery
- Wound care involves managing wounds to promote healing and prevent infection
- Pain management involves assessing and managing pain using pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods
- Respiratory support involves providing oxygen therapy and assisting with ventilation
- Nutritional support ensures adequate nutrition through oral, enteral, or parenteral routes
- Elimination management involves managing bowel and bladder function
- Mobility assistance involves helping patients maintain or improve mobility
- Patient education involves providing information and support to help patients manage their health
- Psychosocial support involves addressing the emotional and social needs of patients and families
Ethical and Legal Considerations
- Autonomy involves respecting the patient's right to make decisions about their care
- Beneficence involves acting in the patient's best interest
- Non-maleficence involves avoiding harm to the patient
- Justice involves ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all patients
- Confidentiality involves protecting the patient's privacy
- Informed consent involves obtaining the patient's agreement to treatment after providing adequate information
- Advance directives involves honoring the patient's wishes regarding end-of-life care
Cultural Competence
- Cultural awareness involves recognizing one's own cultural biases and assumptions
- Cultural knowledge involves learning about different cultures and their health beliefs and practices
- Cultural skills involve communicating and interacting effectively with people from different cultures
- Cultural encounters involve engaging in meaningful interactions with people from different cultures
- Cultural desire involves having the motivation to become culturally competent
Patient Education
- Assess the patient’s learning needs and readiness to learn
- Develop a teaching plan tailored to individual needs and learning style
- Use various teaching methods like demonstrations, discussions, and written materials
- Evaluate the effectiveness of teaching
Geriatric Considerations
- Age-related changes involve understanding the physiological changes that occur with aging
- Polypharmacy involves managing multiple medications in older adults
- Cognitive impairment involves assessing and managing dementia and delirium
- Functional decline involves helping older adults maintain their independence and mobility
- Social isolation involves addressing the social and emotional needs of older adults
Pain Management
- Pain assessment involves using pain scales and other tools to assess the patient's pain
- Pharmacological interventions involve administering analgesics, such as opioids and non-opioids
- Non-pharmacological interventions involve using techniques such as massage, heat, cold, and distraction
- Multimodal pain management involves combining different approaches to pain management
Wound Care
- Wound assessment involves assessing the type, size, and location of the wound
- Wound cleansing involves cleaning the wound to remove debris and bacteria
- Wound dressing involves applying dressings to protect the wound and promote healing
- Wound debridement involves removing dead or damaged tissue from the wound
- Negative pressure wound therapy involves using a vacuum to promote wound healing
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Fluid compartments involve understanding the distribution of fluids in the body
- Electrolytes involve understanding the role of electrolytes in maintaining fluid balance
- Fluid and electrolyte imbalances involve recognizing and managing imbalances such as dehydration, overhydration, and electrolyte deficiencies or excesses
- Intravenous therapy involves administering fluids and electrolytes intravenously
Acid-Base Balance
- Acid-base regulation involves understanding the mechanisms that regulate acid-base balance in the body
- Acid-base imbalances involve recognizing and managing imbalances such as acidosis and alkalosis
- Arterial blood gas analysis involves interpreting arterial blood gas results to assess acid-base balance
Respiratory Care
- Oxygen therapy involves administering oxygen to improve oxygenation
- Airway management involves maintaining a patent airway
- Mechanical ventilation involves providing mechanical support for breathing
- Chest physiotherapy involves using techniques such as percussion and vibration to clear secretions from the lungs
Cardiovascular Care
- Blood pressure management involves managing hypertension and hypotension
- Heart failure management involves managing fluid overload and improving cardiac output
- Dysrhythmia management involves identifying and treating abnormal heart rhythms
- Thromboembolism prevention involves preventing blood clots from forming in the veins
Neurological Care
- Neurological assessment involves assessing neurological function using techniques such as cranial nerve testing and motor and sensory testing
- Stroke management involves providing care to patients who have had a stroke
- Seizure management involves preventing and managing seizures
- Increased intracranial pressure management involves reducing intracranial pressure in patients with head injuries or other neurological conditions
Gastrointestinal Care
- Nutritional support involves providing adequate nutrition to patients with gastrointestinal disorders
- Bowel management involves managing constipation, diarrhea, and fecal incontinence
- Ostomy care involves providing care to patients with ostomies
- Nasogastric tube management involves inserting and managing nasogastric tubes
Renal Care
- Fluid and electrolyte management involves managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances in patients with kidney disease
- Dialysis involves providing dialysis to patients with kidney failure
- Urinary catheter management involves inserting and managing urinary catheters
- Kidney stone management involves preventing and treating kidney stones
Endocrine Care
- Diabetes management involves managing blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes
- Thyroid disorder management involves managing thyroid hormone levels in patients with thyroid disorders
- Adrenal disorder management involves managing adrenal hormone levels in patients with adrenal disorders
Musculoskeletal Care
- Fracture management involves caring for patients with fractures
- Joint replacement involves providing care to patients who have had joint replacement surgery
- Osteoporosis management involves preventing and treating osteoporosis
- Arthritis management involves managing pain and inflammation in patients with arthritis
Cancer Care
- Chemotherapy administration involves administering chemotherapy drugs
- Radiation therapy involves providing care to patients receiving radiation therapy
- Pain management involves managing pain in patients with cancer
- Palliative care involves providing comfort and support to patients with advanced cancer
Infection Control
- Standard precautions involve using universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection
- Transmission-based precautions involve using additional precautions to prevent the spread of specific infections
- Hand hygiene involves washing hands frequently to prevent the spread of infection
- Isolation techniques involve isolating patients with infectious diseases to prevent the spread of infection
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