The nurse knows that this particular type of fracture can cause damage to the nerve pathways, cranial nerves, or vital centers. Jeff's vital signs and neurologic status will be monitored frequently. 1. Which assessment technique allows the nurse to assess for Battle's sign? A) Assess Jeff's pupillary response to light.
· · · · · · 1.4 Describe how incorrect handling and moving techniques can damage the skin. 1.5 Identify a range of interventions the can reduce the risk of skin breakdown and pressure sores. · · · · · · 1.6 Describe changes to an individuals skin condition that should be reported. Outcome 2 Undertsnad good practice in relation to own role when undertaking pressure area care. 2.1 Identify legislation and national guidelines affecting pressure area care.
These objects become contaminated through direct contact with infected eye discharge or from hands that were not properly washed after touching an infected eye. If you have symptoms of pink eye, you should seek prompt medical attention. Other problems, like abrasions or foreign bodies in the eye, can produce similar symptoms and need to be ruled out. A culture of the eye discharge may be needed to know what type of antibiotic will be most effective. There are a few symptoms from pink eye that you should defiantly know about like, red eyes, clear or cloudy eye discharge, light sensitivity , matting of eyelashes, especially in the morning and itching of the eyes.
Be sure to elaborate on what would be considered normal and abnormal (thus requiring further medical attention). Include any special tests that might be performed to evaluate the injury (i.e. x-ray, MRI, specific joint tests, etc.). 4. Treatment: This should explain the treatment of your injury, including immediate care and chronic care.
Western Journal of Nursing Research First published: 1979 Importance: This publication is devoted to the dissemination of research studies, book reviews, discussion and debate and meeting calendars, all directed to a general nursing audience. WJNR offers clinical research reports broadened by commentaries and authors’ responses. Scholarly Inquiry for Nursing Practice First published: 1987 Importance: The focus in the 80’s was on how research was being conducted. It was the first to begin reporting these findings. Applied Nursing Research First published: 1988 Importance: This publication presents original, peer-reviewed research findings clearly and directly for clinical applications in all
There are a few conditions that have an effect on the clotting process. Vitamin K deficiency, leukaemia, liver disorders and genetic conditions may cause complications to the clotting process as well as medications such as aspirin, warfarin, rivaroxaban and clexane. 4.12 Explain the action to be taken if complications and problems occur during the collection of capillary blood samples, including contra-indications There are a few complications’ that can occur whilst taking a capillary blood samples. Examples of these are : • Excessive bleeding – pressure should be applied for a few minutes and then reassessed • Bruising of the puncture site – firm pressure after sample has been taken and use of the correct lancet should minimise this • Skin breakdown from excessive use of the same site – change sites regularly with the patients consent
M1: Assess possible difficulties involved in the diagnosis of the disorders from their signs and symptoms. There can be difficulties when diagnosing disorders because many signs and symptoms are similar to other disorder which is why doctors have to be thorough when making diagnosis so that they don’t miss any signs and get it mixed up with another disorders. When diagnosing coronary heart disease the signs and symptoms can be similar to other disorders in the cardiovascular system such as an aortic aneurysm. The signs and symptoms of aortic aneurysm include pain in your back, jaw, chest and neck aortic aneurysm which is the similar pain to diagnosing coronary heart disease. Other symptoms that are similar to coronary heart disease are dizziness,
The cards are also rotates to see if in a different position the perception has any changes. There are many factors that are looked at while performing the test. The tester will take inconsideration everything that the patient uses to described what he/she sees, it could be color, size, shape etc. By writing down responses the tester can provide information about the patients cognition and personality data such as motivations, cognitive operations, response tendencies, affectivity , personal perceptions and interpersonal perceptions. The patient’s response are not only taken into
External periocular soft tissue and determine global integrity must be done before proceeding ocular functioning test. Some signs of possible globe rupture are 360of subconjunctival hemorrhage, misshapen pupil (peaked, corectopia), and at anterior chamber. If the globe is intact, the next most important exam element is the eye pressure. A slit-lamp examination can be another way to further evaluate the cornea and retina. With a slit-lamp associ- ated injuries such as corneal abrasions, lens dislocations, hyphema, commotio retinae, and retinal detachments.
Previous Research Body Image Although varying definitions of body image exist, it is most often used to refer to one’s perception of his or her own body. The Australian National Breast Cancer Centre (2005) defined body image as “a person's conception of and feelings about his or her body - its form, size, shape and the way it fits society's norms.” Body image also has an evaluative component, consisting of “descriptive and evaluative beliefs about one's appearance” (Papalia, Olds, & Feldman, 2005), and may also be referred to as body scheme or body perception. Body image satisfaction has become a popular topic over the years, partly because it made the public aware of disorders, such as, anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and body dysmorphic disorder. Most of these disorders are thought to have their basis in the individual’s dissatisfaction with body image (Michael & Dean, 1989). The perceptions of significant