Focus Points NUR2790 Exam 2 Modules 3, 4, & 5

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Focus Points NUR2790 Exam 2 Modules 3, 4, & 5 Module 3 Tissue Integrity BURNS  Review RN delegation of tasks: I&O, tracking, sterile  Infection prevention: sterile dressing changes  U... nderstand how to support severely burned patients from resuscitation to discharge/rehab; identify priority actions in each phase i.e. adequate fluid status and continuous monitor , airway! during resuscitation phase; priority for burn patient coming to ED; priority for patient that has been electrocuted: cardiac monitoring; what are potential consequences of burns: infection, body image, contractures  Treatment for patient that develops loud, brassy cough – what is going on here? Intubate because about to lose airway due to laryngeal edema  Understand common medications administered to burn patients and why the medications are given i.e. for pain, prevention of ulcers. Morphine,  Understand nursing assessment of burn patient – what is continuously monitored – s/s to watch for i.e. drooling, difficulty swallowing, ABC – what does the nurse do first; psychosocial impact of severe burn – would depression be normal? yes [Show More]

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