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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
Physiological Needs
Oxygen, Water, Nutrition
Body temperature, Elimination, Shelter, Sexual Expression
Safety and Security
Physical Safety
Physiological Safety
Love and Belonging
Affection and Companionship
Esteem
Self Respect and Respect for Others
Self Actualization
Fulfillment
2 mins
Physiological Needs
Physiological Hierarchy
First Basic Need
Physiological Need
Oxygen
Food/Water
Elimination
Temperature
Rest
Shelter
2 mins
Safety and Security
Safety and Security Needs
Second Basic Needs
Safety and Security Needs
Physical Safety
Physiological Safety
Financial Security
2 mins
Love and Belonging
Love and Belonging Hierarchy
Third Basic Need
Love and Belonging Needs
Love and Affection
Relationships
59 secs
Esteem
Esteem HIERARCHY
Fourth Basic Need
Eteem Need
Esteem for Oneself
Reputation and Respect
53 secs
Self-Actualization
Self-Actualization Hierarchy
Fifth Need
Self-Actualization Needs
Helping Others
Objectivity
Personal Growth
2 mins
Urinary Tract Infection Symptoms
More Common in Elderly
Most Common in Females and Babies
Change in LOC
Dehydration
Fever
Urgency
Urethral Infection
Burning
Smelly Urine
Dark Cloudy Urine
Frequency of Urination
2 mins
Urinary Tract Infection Prevention and Treatment
Prevention
Shower after Sex
Urinate after Sex
Wipe front to Back
Treatments and Considerations
I and Os with Daily Weights
Increase Water Intake
Antibiotics
Avoid Caffeine
Dr Appointment in 2 Weeks
Void every 2 - 4 hours
2 mins
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Assessment
Abdominal Pain
Relieved by Defecation
Alternating Diarrhea and Constipation
Fatigue
Excessive Flatulence
Sensation of Incomplete Evacuation
Considerations
Stressors
Food Intolerances
More Common in Women
Rule Out Other Disorders
2 mins
Skin Functions
Characteristics
Thermoregulation
Protection
Innate Immune Protection
Synthesize Vitamin D
Water and Salt Excretion
Dilated Capillaries are a Blood Reservoir
2 mins
Types of Wound Healing
Types of Wounds
Acute
Chronic
Healing Process
Primary Intention
Approximated Edges
Secondary Intention
Edges Not Approximated
Tertiary Intention
Delayed Closure due to Infection and Necrosis
2 mins
Interventions for Impaired Skin Integrity
Assessment
Signs of Skin Breakdown
Pain
Redness
Decreased Skin Turgor
Bleeding
Bony Prominences
Intervention
Reposition Q2H
Pressure Relief
Maintain Clean and Dry Skin
Adequate Nutrition and Hydration
2 mins
Patient’s Rights
Patient’s Rights When Hospitalized
Respectful Care
Information
Consent or Refuse Treatment
Continuity of Care
Privacy and Confidentiality
Medical Record Review
Consent or Refuse Part in Research
Health Alternatives
Explanation of Charges and Bills
3 mins
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Protected Health Information
Confidentiality
HIPAA Patient Rights
See and Copy Health Records
Update and Correct Health Record
Use and Disclosure of Protected Health Information
How to Receive Health Information
Permitted Disclosure of Personal Health Information (PHI) Without Patient Authorization
Public Health Activities
Law Enforcement
Deceased People
3 mins
Informed Consent
Key Elements
Names and Qualifications of People Involved
Explanation of the Procedure
Information on Harm that Can Result
Alternative Therapies
Right to Refuse
Nurses and Consent
Nurses May Witness Consent
Student Nurses Do Not Witness Consent
Emergency
Consent from Legally Authorized Person
Life Saving Procedure Without Consent
Special Considerations
Deaf, Illiterate, Speaks a Foreign Language
4 mins
Unions and Collective Bargaining
LABOR UNION
Protect and Advocate for Members
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
Decision-Making Process and Negotiation Between Two Parties
CONSIDERATIONS
Strike
1 min
Airway, Breathing, Circulation (ABC's)
Airway Assessment
Changed Sound of Voice
"See-saw" Respirations
Stridor
Breathing Assessment
Normal Respiratory Rate: 12–20 Breaths/Min
Use of Accessory Muscles in Respiration
Cyanosis
Circulation Assessment
Color of Hands and Digits
Normal Capillary Refill Time (CRT): 2 Seconds
Decreased LOC
Considerations
Initial ‘Look, Listen and Feel” Assessment
Emergency Treatment
Prioritization in Exam Questions
5 mins
Guidelines for Prioritizing
First-level priority problems
Airway, Breathing, Circulation (ABCs)
Second-level Priority Problems
MAA-U-AR
Mental Status Change
Acute Pain
Acute Urinary Elimination Problems
Untreated Medical Problems
Abnormal Laboratory Values
Risk of Infection, Safety or Security
Third-Level Priority Problems
Long-Term Treatments
2 mins
How to Use Prioritization in Exam Questions
Prioritize First
Airway
Breathing
Circulation
Prioritize Second
Change in LOC (Altered Mental Status)
Sepsis
Acute Pain
Untreated Medical Problems
Prioritize Third
Education
Feelings
Patient Waiting to be Discharged
Test-taking Strategies
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
3 mins
Skin Anatomy
Characteristics
Epidermis
Keratinocytes
Melanocytes
Dendritic Cells
Merkel Cells
Dermis
Sweat Glands
Hair Follicles
Sebaceous Glands
Hypodermis
3 mins
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