PNR 106 Foundations of Nursing HESI Study Guide

PNR 106 Foundations of Nursing HESI Study Guide
Communication-SBAR p.35
One form of communication, is an acronym that stands for Situation,
Background, Assessment, and Recommendation.
Dehydration-Specific Gravity p.544
Specific is the THINNESS of THICKNESS OF URINE. The normal range is 1.010 to
1.030, but conditions such as dehydration and fluid excess may extend the range
slightly in either direction.
Oropharyngeal suction-Focused Assess p.524
The purpose of oral suctioning is to maintain a patent airway and improve
oxygenation by removing mucous secretions and foreign material (vomit or
gastric secretions from the mouth and throat (Oropharynx). Oral suction is the
use of a rigid plastic suction catheter, known as a A Yankauer Suction to remove
pharyngeal secretions through the mouth. Use CLEAN TECHNIQUE for oral
suction.