Question

24. Skin: what conditions put skin at risk? tantis, nobi n on 25. Peripheral neuropathy: clinical manifestations? bruto 26. Hygiene: no 2 patient do the same? Why we do oral care? 27. Nurse injury? How do we prevent? Most common RN back injury? Nurse position for safe lifting? Raising bed allows RN to safely not shift base of support. 28. Wheelchair steps for transport and transfer?

Answer 1

24.Some of the conditions which can make the skin ar risk are

• Decreased ,impaired mobility leading to pressure and breakdown of skin
• Any medical conditions which can impair the blood circulation
• Patient with spinal cord injury
• Pressure due to lying on the mattress for a longer period of time
• Working in chemical industries ,agriculture
• Inadequate diet rich in nutrients
• Extreme dry skin

25.The clinical manifestation of peripheral neuropathy are

• Pain in the night time is a typical sign
• Muscle weakness present in the limb
• Tingling sensation
• Patient's may ne having a high sensitivity to touch
• Numbness
• Lack of sensation
• Poor coordination

26.The main reason for oral care are

• To promote hygiene, prevent infection
• Prevent bad odour,bad breath
• Encourage circulation
• Stimulates appetite
• To remove food particles
• To prevent the decay of teeth
• Reduces the risk of other diseases of heart (an infected gums can cause infection)

27.The best way to prevent injury by a nurse are

• Following safe lifting techniques
• Adequate staffs while transfering patients
• Following body mechanics to prevent strain on th back