Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Study Packet
Chapter 14: Health Literacy & Patient Teaching
1Health literacy = ability to understand health information
2Older adults are at high risk for low health literacy
3Red flags: missed appointments, incorrect medication use
4Best method: Teach-back method
5Use simple language, visuals, and limit information
6Guide patients to reliable sources (CDC, NIH)
Chapter 28: Mobility & Immobility
1Cardiac: DVT, orthostatic hypotension
2Respiratory: pneumonia, atelectasis
3Musculoskeletal: muscle atrophy, contractures
4Skin: pressure injuries
5GI: constipation
6GU: urinary stasis, UTI
7ROM: Active (patient), Passive (nurse), Assistive (both)
8Positions: Fowler’s (breathing), Sims (enemas), Side-lying (pressure relief)
9Fall prevention: low bed, call light, non-slip socks
Chapter 31 & 33: Cognitive, Sensory, Sleep
1Delirium: sudden, reversible
2Dementia: gradual, irreversible
3Priority: treat underlying cause of delirium
4Sensory: vision and hearing decline
5Communication: simple, slow, face patient
6Sleep: less deep sleep, more awakenings
7Promote sleep: routine, quiet environment
Memory Tricks
1TEACH = Teach-back Ensures Actual Comprehension Happens
2DVT = Don't Veins Thicken (immobility risk)
3DELIRIUM = Detect Early, Look Immediately, Reverse It Using Medicine
4FALL = Floor low, Assist, Light nearby, Look before walking
5SLEEP = Schedule, Lights dim, Eliminate noise, Evening routine, Prevent caffeine
