Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing, 14th Ed., Hinkle & Cheever | Practical Nurse (LPN) School Study Aid
Lyme Disease
- Transmitted by Ticks (Vector-borne)
- Flu-like Symptoms
- Bulls Eye Rash (Erythema Migrans)
- Joint Pain and Stiffness
- Facial Paralysis
- Antibiotics
- Prevention
Hypothermia Interventions
- Remove From Environment
- Remove Wet Clothing
- Warm Clothing
- Heated Blankets
- Warm IV Solutions
- Heated Oxygen
- Warm Gastric Lavage
- Warm Trunk BEFORE Extremities
Stages of Hypothermia
- 32 to 35°C (90 to 95°F)
- Shivering
- 28 to 32°C (82 to 90°F)
- Obvious Motor Impairment
- Slowed Thinking
- < 28°C (< 82°F)
- Shivering Stops
- Paradoxical Undressing
- Arrhythmias
Aspirin Poisoning (Salicylism) Assessment
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Tinnitus
- Confusion
- Hyperventilation
- Respiratory Alkalosis
- Metabolic Acidosis
- Coma
- Hyperthermia
Types of Wound Healing
- Acute
- Chronic
- Primary Intention
- Approximated Edges
- Secondary Intention
- Edges Not Approximated
- Tertiary Intention
- Delayed Closure due to Infection and Necrosis
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
- Inhibits Reuptake of Serotonin
- Depression
- Sexual Dysfunction
- CNS Stimulation
- Weight Changes
- Serotonin Syndrome
- No MAO-Is
- No Anticoagulants / Antiplatelets
- Suicide Risk
- Delayed Onset of Action
Haloperidol (Haldol)
- High Potency Antipsychotic
- Migraine
- Schizophrenia
- Extrapyramidal Symptoms
- Weight Gain
- QT Prolongation
- Restlessness
- Caution in Seizure Patients
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Codeine
- Opioid Receptor Agonist
- Mild to Moderate Pain
- Cough Suppressant
- Sedation
- Constipation
- Miosis
- Close Monitoring When Breast Feeding
- Often Combined with Non-Opioids
Meperidine (Demerol)
- Opioid Receptor Agonist
- Moderate to Severe Pain
- Post Anesthesia Shivering
- Tremors
- Constipation
- CNS Depression
- Sedation
- Short Term Administration
- Increased Risk Serotonin Syndrome
- Does NOT cause Miosis
- Renal Failure Increases Toxicity Risk
Morphine
- Opioid Receptor Agonist
- Pain
- Myocardial Infarction
- Nausea and Vomiting
- CNS Depression
- Biliary Colic
- Constipation
- Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
- Pupillary Constriction
- Hypotension
Phenobarbital (Barbiturates)
- Barbiturate
- Seizures
- Ataxia
- Paradoxical Excitement
- Fatigue/Drowsiness
- Monitor Plasma Levels
- High Potential for Abuse
Child and Elder Physical Abuse Assessment
- Inconsistent Injuries
- Delay in Treatment
- Various Stages of Healing
- Symmetrical Burns
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- Bloody/Torn Undergarments
- Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Poor Hygiene
- Overmedication
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Re-experience Traumatic Event
- Flashbacks
- Nightmares
- Avoidance
- Self-destructive Behaviors
- Assess Suicide Risk
- Actively Listen to Stories
- Anxiety Medications
Suicide Assessment
- SAD PERSONS Scale
- Direct (Overt) Statements
- Indirect (Covert) Statements
- Giving Away Prized Possessions
- Sudden Improvement in Mood
- Putting Personal Affairs in Order
- Detail of Plan
- Availability of Means
- Proposed Method
- Safe Environment
- One-on-One Monitoring
- No Suicide Contract
Suicide Risk Factors
- Depression
- Previous Attempt
- No Support System
- Access to Firearms or Medications
- Substance Abuse
- Physical or Sexual Abuse
- Chronic Illness or Pain
- Extremes of Age
Use of Restraints
- During Emergency
- Protecting From Harm
- For Limited Time
- Last Resort
- May Further Agitation
- Frequent Observation
- Obtain Order Within 1 Hour
- Quick-Release Tie
Alcohol Use Disorder Assessment (Formerly Alcohol Abuse Assessment)
- CNS Depression
- Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
- GI Distress
- Cardiomyopathy
- Pancreatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Immunosuppression
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Screening (Assessments)
Alcohol Use Disorder Interventions (Formerly Alcohol Abuse Interventions)
- Reduce Environmental Stimuli
- Antianxiety Medications
- Vitamin Supplements
- Seizure Precautions
- Suicide Precautions
- Fever
- Identify Support Systems
- Group Therapy
- Disulfiram
- Naltrexone
Opioid Use Disorder and Withdrawal Assessment (Formerly Opioid Abuse and Withdrawal Assessment)
- Euphoria
- Miosis
- CNS Depression
- Yawning
- Gooseflesh
- Sweating
- Rhinorrhea
- Kicking Movements
- Naloxone
Substance Use Disorder Assessment (Formerly Substance Abuse Assessment)
- Changes in Mood
- Poor Hygiene
- Odd Sleep Patterns
- Frequent Injuries
- Relationship or Job Difficulty
- Poor Performance
- Anorexia OR Weight Loss
- Social Isolation
- Financial Problems
Amphetamine Antidote
- Ammonium Chloride (NH4Cl)
- Acidify Urine
Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA) Antidote
- Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3)
Trazodone
- Insomnia
- Depression
- Inhibit Serotonin Reuptake
- Alpha-1 Blocker
- Histamine (H1) Blocker
- Sedation
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Dry Mouth
- Priapism
- Arrhythmias
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs) Indications
- Major Depression
- Bedwetting
- Fibromyalgia
- OCD
- -Iptyline or -Ipramine Suffix
- Amitriptyline
- Desipramine
- Clomipramine
- Imipramine
- Nortriptyline