30 Questions
What type of dietary order includes the addition of scrambled eggs, pureed meats, vegetables, and fruits, mashed potatoes and gravy?
Thickened Liquids, Pureed
Which type of diet is recommended for patients who may have difficulty chewing due to weak facial muscles or dentures?
Mechanical Soft
What type of diet is most suitable for individuals requiring low fiber and easily digestible foods like moist tender meats and canned cooked fruits?
Soft/Low Residue
Which dietary order involves the introduction of fresh, uncooked fruits, steam cooked vegetables, bran, oatmeal, and dried fruits?
High Fiber
Which diet is specifically prescribed for patients with ulcers or GI tract irritations to eliminate various irritants?
Bland Diet
What dietary order combines clear liquid and full liquid orders with the addition of cream soups, ground meats, flaked fish, cheese, rice, potatoes, and cooked vegetables?
Mechanical Soft
Which type of diet includes fat-free broth, bouillon, and clear fruit juices?
Clear Liquids Diet
Why should patients with potential GI issues or postsurgical patients avoid certain clear liquids?
They can give a false 'bleed' in the patient's output
What additional types of food are included in a Full Liquid Diet compared to a Clear Liquids Diet?
Strained cream soups and custards
Why is it important to ensure the patient is in the sitting position or elevated head of bed for aspiration precautions?
To prevent choking
What should be avoided in the diets of patients who may have swallowing difficulties?
Carbonated beverages
Which type of diet includes refined cook cereals, pureed vegetables, and frozen yogurt?
Full Liquid Diet
What is the recommended method for instilling solution during closed intermittent bladder irrigations?
Slow and steady
Why is it important to gently instill the solution during closed intermittent bladder irrigations?
To avoid bladder spasms
What should be done after all of the ordered solution is used during closed intermittent bladder irrigations?
Ensure catheter is clear and bladder is draining clear urine
In closed intermittent bladder irrigations, when should the tubing be clamped according to provider's orders?
After allowing fluid and debris to flow out through the catheter
What should be done when emptying the drainage bag in closed intermittent bladder irrigations?
Measure output first, then empty urine from the bag
Why must irrigation solution be deducted from the total output during closed intermittent bladder irrigations?
To accurately measure urine output
What is the purpose of palpating the bladder before performing open irrigations?
To check for bladder distention
Why is it important to maintain sterility during the setup of open irrigations?
To avoid introducing infections
What position should the patient assume before an open irrigation procedure?
Dorsal recumbent position
Which of the following supplies is NOT required for an open irrigation procedure?
Stethoscope
Instructing the patient to fan-fold the linen helps in:
Exposing the catheter for inspection
Why should the room door be closed or curtains pulled during an open irrigation procedure?
To maintain patient privacy
What should be done to prevent the solution from draining into the collection bag during bladder irrigation?
Clamp the drainage tubing distal to the catheter connection
What is the correct way to attach the sterile tube cap over the drainage tubing end?
Ensure fingers are at least one inch away from the junction before placing the cap
Why is it necessary to swab the connection with an antiseptic swab after attaching the connector for irrigation?
To disinfect any potential contamination between the catheter and drainage tubing
What should be done after gently instilling the solution into the catheter during irrigation?
Remove and discard the syringe
What action helps in flushing a clogged catheter during irrigation?
Performing multiple irrigations until unclogged
Why is it important to measure the amount of urine in the drainage bag prior to irrigation?
To ensure adequate bladder filling before starting irrigation
Learn about patient dietary considerations and application of nutrition and elimination procedures in accordance with prescribed guidance. Understand the importance of knowing the dietary orders each patient needs and the factors to consider such as level of consciousness, swallow study results, and assistance required.
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