Pathophysiology
To assist you in preparing for the simulation completed in Clinical II, complete the following information prior to simulation. You will need to print off and bring the completed worksheet to simulation in order to participate in the simulation experience.
Research and rewrite in your own words the pathophysiology down to the cellular level for each of the conditions listed below.
| Condition | Pathophysiology |
| Diabetes Mellitus
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| Hypertension
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| Hyperlipidemia
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Complete the following medication table.
| Medication | Classification | Nursing Considerations | Expected Outcomes |
| Iron sulfate
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| Metoprolol
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| Simvastatin
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| Aspirin
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| Furosemide
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| Clopidogrel
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| Metformin
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| Nitroglycerin
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Investigate the following lab results and complete the table below.
| Laboratory Test | Significance (what are normal/abnormal results, what conditions may cause these alterations, nursing implications for abnormal results) |
| White Blood Count
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| Hemoglobin
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| Platelets
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| Neutrophils
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| Sodium
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| Potassium
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| Glucose
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| Creatinine
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| Troponin
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| B-natriutetic Peptide (BNP)
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| Magnesium
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Solve the following dosage calculation problems:
- You have an order to initiate a nitroglycerin drip at 10 mcg/min and titrate as needed for chest pain. The pharmacy sends you a nitroglycerin drip containing 50 mg/250 ml. At what rate will you set the pump to deliver 10 mcg/min? Show your work.
- With no relief of chest pain, you prepare to increase the nitroglycerin. What do you need to know before increasing the rate?
- You prepare to titrate the nitroglycerin to 20 mcg/min. What will your new rate be on the IV pump?
