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UTA NURS 3561 Med-Surg Exam 1

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Anti-HTN periop concerns   show
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show potentiate effect of opioids and barbiturates  
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Insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents periop concerns   show
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Aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), and NSAIDs periop concerns   show
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show excessive postoperative bleeding  
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show May cause inflammation of the liver if used with certain medications  
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Feverfew periop concerns   show
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Garlic periop concerns   show
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Ginger periop concerns   show
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show May increase bleeding, especially in patients taking anticoagulants  
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show May increase bleeding, especially in patients taking anticoagulants; may cause increased heart rate or elevated blood pressure (BP)  
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Goldenseal periop concerns   show
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show May prolong the effects of certain anesthetics or antiseizure medications; may cause liver injury  
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Licorice periop concerns   show
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show May have additive effects with other hormone therapies  
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show May prolong the effects of anesthetic agents  
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show May prolong the effects of certain anesthetics or antiseizure medications; may cause liver injury  
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show May increase bleeding, especially in patients taking anticoagulants; may affect thyroid gland function; in high doses may cause increased BP in patients who already have high BP (Lewis 112010, p. 338)  
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show witnessing patient's signature; verifying patient understands information on consent, implications of consent, and that consent is voluntary and can be withdrawn anytime.  
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show Renal dysfunction, Diabetes, Impaired immune system, and Nutritional deficiences (especially protein, vitamins A, C, & B complex)  
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Risk factors for respiratory complications   show
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show All patients: deep breathing, coughing, and early ambulation; Individualized teaching: incentive spirometers, PCA pumps, pain rating & management, surgery specific information  
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Hyperglycemia manifestations   show
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show cold/clammy skin, numbness of fingers/toes/mouth, rapid heartbeat, emotional changes, headache, nervousness/tremors, faintness/dizziness, unsteady gait/slurred speech, hunger, changes in vision, seizures/coma  
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show diabetes meds, monitor blood glucose and urine ketones, drink fluids hourly  
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show immediately ingest 15-20 g of simple carbs, repeat every 15 min, contact provider if no relief, discuss med dosage with provider  
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show an acute metabolic complication of diabetes occurring when fats are metabolized in the absence of insulin resulting in formation of acid by-products, such as ketones (Lewis 112010, p. G-3)  
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show dehydration (poor skin turgor, dry moucous membranes, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension), lethargy/weakness, abdominal pain, anorexia, vomiting, Kussmaul respirations, fruity breath.  
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Kussmaul respirations   show
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show life-threatening syndrome that can occur in the patient with diabetes who is able to produce enough insulin to prevent diabetic ketoacidosis but not enough to prevent severe hyperglycemia, osmotic diuresis, and extracellular fluid depletion  
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Rapid-acting insulins   show
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show regular (Humulin R, Novolin R, ReliOn R)  
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show NPH (Humulin N, Novolin N, ReliOn N)  
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Long-acting insulins   show
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show Onset: 15 min, Peak: 60-90 min, Duration: 3-4 hr  
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show Onset: 1/2-1 hr, Peak: 2-3 hr, Duration: 3-6 hr  
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Intermediate-acting insulin Onset, Peak, & Duration   show
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Long-acting insulin Onset, Peak, & Duration   show
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Primary hypertension   show
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show elevated blood pressure associated with any of several primary diseases, such as renal, pulmonary, endocrine, and vascular diseases (Lewis 112010, p. G-8)  
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show Diuretics, Adrenergic Inhibitors, Direct Vasodilators, Ganlionic Blockers, Angiotensin inhibitors, Renin Inhibitors, Calcium Channel Blockers  
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Diuretic considerations   show
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show Monitor for orthostatic hypotension & advise that sudden d/c may cause withdrawal syndrome (Lewis et al., 2010, p. 748)  
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Direct Vasodilator considerations   show
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show Admin by IV infusion & monitor for visual disturbances (Lewis et al., 2010, p. 748)  
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Angiotensin Inhibitors considerations   show
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show May cause angioedema & don’t use when pregnant (Lewis et al., 2010, p. 748)  
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Calcium Channel Blockers considerations   show
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Diabetes Type 1   show
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Diabetes Type 2   show
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show gestational  
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show diabetes secondary to another condition  
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Sulfonylureas Problems   show
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Meglitinides Problems   show
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show Diarrhea, lactic acidosis  
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α-Glucosidase Inhibitors Problems   show
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Thiazolidinediones Problems   show
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Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) Inhibitors Problems   show
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show 2 A1C ≥6.5%; 2 fasting blood glucose levels ≥126 mg/dL; 2 glucose tolerance tests >200 mg/dL; or a random glucose ≥200 mg/dL  
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Diabetic Retinopathy   show
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show a microvascular complication associated with damage to the small blood vessels that supply the glomeruli of the kidney. (Lewis 112010, p. 1249)  
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show nerve damage that occurs because of the metabolic derangements associated with diabetes mellitus (Lewis 112010, p. 1249)  
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show a dark, coarse, thickened skin predominantly seen in flexures and on the neck (Lewis 112010, p. 1251)  
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Diabetic dermatopathy   show
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show associated with type 1 diabetes, usually appears as red-yellow lesions, with atrophic skin that becomes shiny and transparent revealing tiny blood vessels under the surface (Lewis 112010, p. 1251)  
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show associated mainly with type 1 diabetes, is probably autoimmune in nature and forms partial rings of papules, often on the dorsal surface of hands and feet (Lewis 112010, p. 1251)  
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Macrovascular complications   show
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Microvascular complications   show
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show Male: 13.2-17.3; Female: 11.7-16.0; possible etiology if decreased: hemorrhage  
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Hematocrit normal   show
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show 4.0-11.0 × 103/μL; possible etiology if increased: infection  
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Cholesterol normal   show
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Creatinine normal   show
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Glucose (fasting) normal   show
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show 4-24 μU/mL; possible etiology if elevated: untreated mild type 2 diabetes; possible etiology if decreased: inadequately treated type 1 diabetes  
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show 275-295 mOsm/kg; possible etiology if elevated: DM  
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Phosphorus normal   show
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show <150 mg/dL; possible etiology if elevated: DM  
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show 4.0%-6.0%; possible etiology if elevated: poorly controlled DM  
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show negative; possible etiology if elevated: DM  
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show <100 mg/day; possible etiology if elevated: DM  
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Urine Glucose normal   show
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Urine Ketone bodies normal   show
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show 1.003-1.030  
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show 3.5-5.0 mEq/L; possible etiology if elevated: DKA, diuretics  
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Sodium normal   show
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b-Type natriuretic peptide (BNP) normal   show
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Pulmonary edema manifestations   show
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Dopamine (Intropin) Drug Alert   show
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show Syncope (sudden loss of consciousness) occasionally occurs 30 to 90 minutes following initial dose, a too-rapid increase in dose, or addition of another antihypertensive agent to therapy. (Lewis 112010, p. 752)  
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show Instruct patient not to discontinue drug abruptly as this may precipitate angina and/or heart failure. (Lewis 112010, p. 757)  
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Clonidine (Catapres) Drug Alert   show
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show Do not use in patients with kidney disease, liver disease, or heart failure, or in people who drink excessive amounts of alcohol. (Lewis 112010, p. 1230)  
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show Increased risk of MI & stroke; not for use in pts with HF  
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show Class: Biguanide; Action: ↓ Rate of hepatic glucose production; augments glucose uptake by tissues, especially muscles; Side Effects: Diarrhea, lactic acidosis  
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show Acute pancreatitis and kidney problems have been associated with its use. (Lewis 112010, p. 1230)  
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Pramlintide (Symlin) Drug Alert   show
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Nitropursside (Nipride) Drug Alert   show
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Captopril (Capoten) Drug Alert   show
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show Monitor potassium; may reduce effects of digoxin; avoid foods high in potassium; Gynecomastia is a common side effect of long-term use  
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Carvedilol (Coreg) Drug Alert   show
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