1. Complete an ATI Focused Review® and send me a detailed summary
(2-3 sentences each) of 4 concepts that you learned from the focused
review
Safety and Infection control Therapeutic procedure
Interventions for Inter
...
1. Complete an ATI Focused Review® and send me a detailed summary
(2-3 sentences each) of 4 concepts that you learned from the focused
review
Safety and Infection control Therapeutic procedure
Interventions for Internal radiation therapy-
Regarding the properly handling of internal radiation waste one should
remember that it causes body fluids to be contaminated with radiation,
and body wastes should be disposed of appropriately, as directed by
the facility.
Limit radiation exposure to health care personnel and visitors by
limiting indirect contact time, maintaining indicated distances from
sources of radiation, and preventing direct contact with the source.
Also ensure the client and their families are taught procedures and
protocol.
Home Safety- Evaluating Client understanding of Fall Prevention
The nurse needs to ensure a plan of care for the patient at risk for
falls. A risk assessment tool should be utilized to identify the risks
along with completing a nursing history and physical examination and
review of the client’s home environment.
Ensure the risk assessment is appropriate for the age.
Items to consider in reviewing home safety fall prevention can include
but not limited to have the client remove items that could be a tripping
hazard such as throw rugs and loose carpets. Have electrical cords
and extension cords placed against a wall behind furniture. A home
safety fall prevention checklist would be useful for the client to have to
ensure that items like lighting, a review of the bathroom and steps in
the home are
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