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nursing care for Myasthenia gravis (3)
admin meds before eating
good eye care (artifical tears, eye patches)
promote rest and low stress
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patient teaching for myasthenia gravis (4)
important to take meds on time
wear medical alert band
avoid factors that precipitate MG crisis (infections, emotional stress, surgery, use of neomycin)
be alert for crisis (sudden inability to swallow, speak, keep airway patent)
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Def of pyelonephritis
inflammation of kidneys cause by bacterial infection
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nursing care for glomerulonephritis (4)
restrict Na intake
daily weights, I/o, serum K
bed rest
high calorie, LOW protein
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def of glomerulonephritis (2 parts)
damage to glomerulus caused by immunological reaction
results in inflammatory changes within glomerular structures
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what is the purpose of the medicatons given for glomerulonephritis (3)
eliminate infections (antibiotics)
alter immune balance to alleviate inflammation (corticosteroids, immunosuppresants)
tx volume overload and hypertension (diuretics, antihypertensives)
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care for renal failure (4)
dialysis (hemo or peritoneal)
monitor K
daily weight, I/O, may need IV fluids
good skin care, monitor for infection
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nursing care for mono (3)
tx is good rest and nutrition
avoid strenuous exercise to prevent spleen rupture
complications include encephalitis and spleen rupture
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nursing care for chicken pox (3)
isolation until vesicles are crusted over
avoid Aspirin (Reye's syndrome) -- use tylenol
topical calamine lotion or baking soda baths
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teaching for TB (5)
cover mouth and nose when coughing, sneezing, laughing
put tissues in plastic bag
wear masks in crowds
MUST TAKE FULLL course of meds
handwashing and infection precautions
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length of isoniazid and rifampin meds for TB
6 to 9 months
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nursing care for hepatitis (3)
frequent rest periods
diet low in fat, high calories +carbs+protein
calamine and antihistamines for pruritus
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teaching for hepatitis (3)
avoid alcohol and potentially hepatxoic meds (esp. aspirin and sedatives)
balance rest and activity periods
cannot donate blood
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nursing care for HIV /AIDS (3)
contact precautions in addition to standard precautions
high protein and calories
preventin infection --- good nutrition, hygeine, rest, skin and mouth care, avoid crowds
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