NUR265 (NUR265)
Galen College of Nursing
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NURS 265 Exam 3
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• -decreased LOC(lethargy to coma) 
-restlessness, irritability, confusion 
-headache 
-projectile N&V 
-change in speech pattern/slurred speech 
-dilated nonreactive pupils or constructed nonreactive pupils 
-ataxia 
-seizure 
-abnormal posturing 
-Cushing's triad: severe HTN, widened pulse pressure, bradycardia 
• Key sx of increased ICP 
• Symptoms of increased ICP 
-severe HTN, widened pulse pressure, bradycardia 
• What is Cushing's triad 
• Most at risk during 1st 72 hours afte...
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N265 Final Exam 4
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What is the goal of nutritional support in cancer, hiv, and aids patients? - The goal 
is to improve survival rates, reduce treatment side effects, and increase the quality 
of life 
What does HIV stand for? - human immunodeficiency virus 
What does AIDS stand for? - acquired immunodeficiency syndrome 
What do cancer, HIV, and AIDS all have in common? - they all have challenges to 
nutritional status, they are characterized by wasting and malnutrition, and 
attributable to the disease or seconda...
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NUR 265 Exam 2 (Complete)
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What is pleural effusion? - accumulation of fluid in the pleural space 
What are some s/s of pleural effusion? - diminished lung sounds 
decreased o2 
increased RR 
tachy 
anxiety 
friction rub 
How is pleural effusion dx'ed? - x-ray 
How is pleural effusion treated? - thoracentesis 
What is thoracentesis? - Insertion of a large bore needle through the chest wall into 
the pleural space to remove pleural fluid/air 
What position should the pt be in for a thoracentesis? - sitting up & leaning ov...
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NUR 265 Exam 3
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-decreased LOC(lethargy to coma) 
-restlessness, irritability, confusion 
-headache 
-projectile N&V 
-change in speech pattern/slurred speech 
-dilated nonreactive pupils or constructed nonreactive pupils 
-ataxia 
-seizure 
-abnormal posturing 
-Cushing's triad: severe HTN, widened pulse pressure, bradycardia 
Key sx of increased ICP 
- Symptoms of increased ICP 
-severe HTN, widened pulse pressure, bradycardia 
What is Cushing's triad 
- Most at risk during 1st 72 hours after stroke onset 
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NUR 265 Exam 1
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- What is nephrotic syndrome? 
A condition of increased glomerular permeability that allows larger 
molecules to pass through the membrane into the urine and then be excreted. 
- What are key features of nephrotic syndrome? 
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Massive proteinuria 
-Hypoalbuminemia 
-Edema (facial and periorbital) 
-Lipiduria 
-Hyperlipidemia 
-Increased coagulation 
-Reduced kidney function 
- In nephrotic syndrome, severe protein loss in the urine is greater than what? 
3.5g in 24 hours 
- What is nephrotic sy...
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Galen 265 Exam 4 Part 1
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Discoid Lupus - Affects skin, isn't lethal 
Discoid lupus presents with ... - Macular Rash or Discoid Rash 
Discoid rash - red raised patches with scaling skin 
Malar Rash - Red flat or raised over cheeks (butterfly rash) 
Discoid Lupus Diagnostics - Skin Biopsy 
SLE - Chronic, progressive, Inflammation of connective tissue, and affects 
multiple body systems 
SLE in kidneys - Leading cause of death, presents with high creatinine, low 
hematocrit, proteinuria 
SLE is most common in ... - women ...
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Galen 265 Exam 2 - Endocrine and Respiratory
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Pulmonary Embolism s/s you report immediately to RRT? - Syncope 
Cyanosis 
JVD 
Hypotension 
What is the priority treatment for PE? - Heparin 
IVF (for hypotension) 
What are NSG interventions for PE? - O2 
Lung assessments 
Bleeding/fall precautions 
Assess u/o, VS & neuro 
What is the lab values for Heparin? - PTT = 20-30 (1.5-2.5x) normal 
aPTT = 30-40 (1.5-2.5x) normal 
Greatest risk factor for Pulmonary Embolism? - Immobility 
Long bone fx 
Surgery 
Smoking 
What ABG result is found in Pulm...
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NUR 265 EXAM 4
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Lupus: Hallmark sign - butterfly rash on face 
Lupus: Indication of flare - Fever and fatigue 
*also assess BUN function 
*c reactive protein remains normal 
Lupus: Interventions - -Falls precautions 
-treat pain with tylenol and NSAIDS (monitor kidney function) 
-AVOID SUNLIGHT 
-REPORT FLARE IMMEDIATELY 
-clean skin with mild soap and pat dry and apply lotion 
Lupus: medical management - -hydroxychloroquine(anti-malarial) decreases 
absorption of UV light 
Scleroderma - inflammatory, autoimmun...
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MENTAL HEALTH GALEN EXAM 1
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State of well being - Own Potential 
Able to work through stress 
Able to get help when needed 
Resilience - Ability and capacity to secure resources; where and when to get help 
Diathesis Stress Model 
Diathesis - Biological predisposition 
Diathesis Stress Model 
Environmental Stress - Natural Disasters 
Trauma 
DSM5 - All the different disorders and their criteria 
Culturally Competent - Educate yourself about different cultures, provide good 
quality holistic care 
Western Traditions - Scien...
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Exam 1 review
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