Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning, Volume 2, 3rd Ed. | Registered Nurse (RN) School Study Aid
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- Oxygen, Water, Nutrition
- Body temperature, Elimination, Shelter, Sexual Expression
- Physical Safety
- Physiological Safety
- Affection and Companionship
- Self Respect and Respect for Others
- Fulfillment
Anxiety Assessment
- Increased Alertness
- Heightened Perception
- Perception Narrowed
- Short Attention Span
- Shaking
- Ineffective Problem Solving
- Automatic Behavior
- Hyperventilation
- Hallucinations
- Inability to Function or Communicate
Depression Assessment
- Anergia
- Self Neglect
- Decreased Libido
- Vegetative Signs
- Sad Affect
- Worthlessness
- Guilt
- Anger and Irritability
- Ineffective Problem Solving
- Slowed Thinking
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Re-experience Traumatic Event
- Flashbacks
- Nightmares
- Avoidance
- Self-destructive Behaviors
- Assess Suicide Risk
- Actively Listen to Stories
- Anxiety Medications
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Repetitive and Intrusive Thoughts
- Suppressed by Thought or Action
- Interferes with Daily Functioning
- May or May Not Be Aware
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Clomipramine
- Venlafaxine
Diabetes Assessment
- Juvenile Onset
- Absent Insulin Production
- Ketosis Prone
- Adult Onset
- Insulin Resistance
- Obesity
- Onset During Pregnancy
- Glucose Intolerance
- Retinopathy
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Nephropathy
- Neuropathy
Diabetes Education
- Self-Monitoring (Blood Glucose)
- SubQ Injection Technique
- Lifestyle Changes
- Symptoms of Hyperglycemia and Hypoglycemia
- Sick Day Care
- Foot Care
- Exercise Therapy
- Medication
Asthma Assessment
- Triggers (Cold air, Dander, Dust, Infection, Mold, Pollen, Smoke)
- Shortness of Breath (SOB)
- Tachypnea and Tachycardia
- Wheezing
- Diaphoresis
- Accessory Muscles
- Decreased Pulmonary Function Tests
Asthma Implementation and Education
- Oxygen
- Corticosteroids
- Ipratropium (Anticholinergic)
- Albuterol
- Inhaler/nebulizer
- Pulse Oximetry
- Pursed Lip Breathing
- Carry Inhaler
- Rinse Mouth after Inhaler
- Identify Trigger (Cold Air, Dander, Dust, Infection, Mold, Pollen, Smoke)
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Overview
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
- Paroxetine
- Sertraline
- Escitalopram
- Fluoxetine
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Serotonin Syndrome
- Treat with Cyproheptadine
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
- Inhibits Reuptake of Norepinephrine and Serotonin
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Fibromyalgia
- Sedation
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Anticholinergic Effects
- Cardiac Toxicity
- Delayed Effect
- Do Not Stop Abruptly
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
Risperidone (Risperdal)
- Atypical Antipsychotic
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar Mania
- Autism-Associated Irritability
- Extrapyramidal Symptoms
- Hyperprolactinemia
- Gynecomastia
- Galactorrhea
- Amenorrhea
- Prolonged QT
- Intramuscular Long Acting (Depot) Form
Atypical Antipsychotics
- Schizophrenia
- Unknown Mechanism
- Seizures
- Prolonged QT Interval
- Agranulocytosis
- Weight Gain
- Fewer Extrapyramidal Side Effects
- Fewer Anticholinergic Side Effects
Buspirone (Buspar)
- Increases Serotonin
- Anxiety
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
- Delayed Effect
- Safer with Alcohol than Other Anxiolytics
- Low Side Effect Profile
- Low Abuse Potential
Diazepam (Valium)
- Anxiety
- Seizures and Status Epilepticus
- Muscle Spasms
- Alcohol Withdrawal
- Dizziness/Vision Changes
- Confusion/Amnesia
- Urinary Incontinence
- Behavioral Changes
- Respiratory Depression
- Flumazenil (Romazicon)
- Fall Precaution
- Do Not Stop Abruptly
Benzodiazepine Intoxication Assessment
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Respiratory Depression
- Hypotension
- Coma
- Flumazenil (Romazicon)
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