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Why does a holter monitor beep?
Holter recorders may beep for a variety of reasons that are specific to each manufacturer's model. You should ask the health care professional who attached the device as the reasons could range from the benign to the possible detection of an abnormal rhythm. Most Holter recorders do not beep under normal conditions. The worst case scenario is you may have to wear it again.
A patient was instructed to take of a tablet before breakfast lunch and dinner for 10 days How many scored tablets should the patient expect to receive?
The patient should receive 15 scored tablets because the patient will take 1½ tablets per day or ½ a tablet * 3 = 1½ tablets per day. Since the patient is taking 1½ tablets per day, you would multiply the 1½ * 10=15.
What do i do as a medical assistant if a patient faints?
A medical assistant can help a patient who is fainting by helping the patient get to a seated position. This lessens the risk of injury to the patient from falling. The medical assistant should then instruct the patient to lower his or her head below the knees. This promotes blood flow to the brain. The patient should then be instructed by the medical assistant to breathe slowly and deliberately. In the meantime, the medical assistant should seek further assistance from a physician or other healthcare professional. The source of the patient's fainting (syncope) should be obtained.
How should a patient prepare for a angioplasty?
The patient is usually instructed to take aspirin or another blood-thinning medication for several days before the procedure. Aspirin can help decrease the possibility of blood clots forming at the stent.
What is the emergency treatment of hypokalemia?
In emergency situations, when severe hypokalemia is suspected, the patient should be put on a cardiac monitor, and respiratory status should be assessed.
Can you still use mobile phone or microwave oven or computer while wearing a Holter monitor?
No, you cannot use any wireless technology because it will disturb the electricity output, if your heart does play up while wearing the ecg holter monitor and you're on a computer or phone, it will cover up your hearts electric output and you'll get a false negative result back. Microwaves are especially bad. Your cardiologist really should of told you this, you can't even play Xbox with the wireless controllers! Good luck :)
What care should a patient receive after receiving erectile dysfunction treatment?
The primary aftercare is to monitor blood pressure following use of ED medications.
When ventilating a patient with a flow restricted oxygen powered ventilation device you should?
Ensure proper mask fit, maintain correct flow rate, monitor patient response, and be prepared to switch to manual ventilation if needed.
When should a pilot squawk ident?
When instructed to by ATC.
What should nurse monitor before giving atenolol?
As a nurse, one should monitor the blood pressure on a weekly basis, in order to put a patient on Metoprolol. Also, vital signs that need to be performed by the nurse are accessing frequency and characteristics of anginal attacks and taking apical pulse before administering with meals. Julia
Holter monitor (24h)?
DefinitionA Holter monitor is a machine that continuously records the heart's rhythms. The monitor is usually worn for 24 - 48 hours during normal activity.See also ECG.Alternative NamesAmbulatory electrocardiography; Electrocardiography - ambulatoryHow the test is performedElectrodes (small conducting patches) are stuck onto your chest and attached to a small recording monitor. You carry the Holter monitor in a pocket or small pouch worn around your neck or waist. The monitor is battery operated.While you wear the monitor, it records your heart's electrical activity. You should keep a diary of what activities you do while wearing the monitor. After 24 - 48 hours, you return the monitor to your doctor's office. The doctor will look at the records and see if there have been any irregular heart rhythms.It is very important that you accurately record your symptoms and activities so that the doctor can match them with your Holter monitor findings.How to prepare for the testThere is no special preparation for the test. Your doctor will start the monitor. You'll be told how to replace the electrodes should they fall off or become loose.Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any tape or other adhesives. Make sure you shower or bathe before you start the test. You will not be able to do so while you are wearing a Holter monitor.How the test will feelThis is a painless test. However, some people may need to have their chest shaved so the electrodes can stick.You must keep the monitor close to your body. This may make sleeping difficult for some people.You should continue your normal activities while wearing the monitor.Why the test is performedHolter monitoring is used to determine how the heart responds to normal activity. The monitor may also be used:After a heart attackTo diagnose heart rhythm problemsWhen starting a new heart medicineIt may be used to diagnose:Atrial fibrillation/flutterMultifocal atrial tachycardiaPalpitationsParoxysmal supraventricular tachycardiaReasons for faintingSlow heart rate (bradycardia)Ventricular tachycardiaNormal ValuesNormal variations in heart rate occur with activities. A normal result is no significant changes in heart rhythms or pattern.What abnormal results meanAbnormal results may include various arrhythmias. Changes may mean that the heart is not getting enough oxygen.The monitor may also detect conduction block, a condition in which the atrial electrical activity is either delayed or does not continue into the ventricles of the heart.What the risks areThere are no risks associated with the test. However, you should be sure not to let the monitor get wet.Special considerationsElectrodes must be firmly attached to the chest so the machine gets an accurate recording of the heart's activity.While wearing the device, avoid:Electric blanketsHigh-voltage areasMagnetsMetal detectorsIt is very important for you to keep a diary of symptoms. The diary should include the date, time of day, type, and duration of symptoms.
How often should you taste lab experiments?
NEVER, unless instructed to.
