NUR 203 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Anterior Superior Iliac Spine, Trismus, Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding
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Signs: edema, weight gain, fine crackles in lungs, confusion, increased bp and decreased/ Fluid volume excess (signs & symptoms) in mental status bounding pulse. Factors: heart & kidney failure, liver disease, increased sodium, too much iv fluid. Factors: inability to drink, decreased mobility, exposure to excessive heat, exercise in heat, Bmi (no need to memorize numbers; be aware of categories) underweight: <18. 5 normal: 18. 5-24. 9 overweight: 25-29. 9 obese i: 30-34. 9 obese ii: 35-39. 9 obese iii: >40. Dietary changes recommended for htn intake; regular, frequent exercise; decreased sodium intake [rda: <2400mg]; increased potassium. Locations of pulses & grading of pulses symphysis pubis. Femoral artery [1+]: below inguinal ligament, midway btw anterior superior iliac spine & Posterior tibial artery [1+]: behind medial malleolus of ankle. Pad (signs & symptoms, specific testing) constricted or clogged arteries leading to arterial insufficiency. Clogged arteries not restricted to one part of body. Increased risk of atherosclerosis in brain and heart.