Name one cause of fluid volume deficit.
Diarrhea, Vomiting, Hemorrhage
Cloudy urine is a sign of
Infection
A hallmark symptom of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia is........
Thin urine stream, Hesitancy
Describe the process of a Clean Catch Midstream Urine
Wash hands, Antiseptic wipe (front to back), start stream in toilet, stop, start stream in cup, stop, remainder in toilet
How should a healthy stoma look?
Beefy red/pink NOT blue/dusky or black
Which void should be discarded during a 24hr urine collection?
1st
A non-invasive method to improve peristalsis is....
Mobility
Before administering a laxative, what actions can the nurse take to promote bowel elimination?
Increase water, increase fiber, mobility
List the order for the 4 techniques used during an abdominal assessment.
Inspection, Auscultation, Palpation, Percussion
A bladder scan is used to assess for post-residual volume and urinary __________.
Retention