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Maintain a closed system while doing invasive hemodynamic monitoring [C0512755] [U004727]
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Maintain a closed urinary drainage system [C0512756] [U004728]
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Maintain a consistent daily routine [C0512757] [U004729]
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Maintain a consistent routine [C0512758] [U004730]
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Maintain a constant flow rate of TPN solution [C0512759] [U004731]
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Maintain a designated safe area (e.g., seclusion room) for patient to be placed when violent [C0512760] [U004732]
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Maintain a detailed record of catheterization schedule, fluid intake, and output [C0512761] [U004733]
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Maintain a hazard-free environment [C0512762] [U004734]
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Maintain a neat and orderly room to limit contamination [C0512763] [U004735]
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Maintain a patent airway [C0512774] [U004736]
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Maintain a routine schedule that includes a balance of structured time (e.g., physical and nonphysical activities) and quiet time [C0512764] [U004737]
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Maintain a safe environment [C0512765] [U004738]
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Maintain a steady intravenous infusion flow rate [C0512766] [U004739]
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Maintain a sterile field during the irrigation procedure, as appropriate [C0512767] [U004740]
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Maintain a well-lit environment that reduces sharp contrasts and shadows [C0512768] [U004741]
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Maintain accurate intake and output record [C0512769] [U004742]
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Maintain accurate record of infusate [C0512770] [U004743]
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Maintain accurate records and statistics [C0512771] [U004744]
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Maintain adequate hydration to prevent increased blood viscosity [C0512772] [U004745]
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Maintain adequate nutrition and fluid intake [C0512773] [U004746]
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Maintain airway [C0512774] [U004747]
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Maintain airway clearance (e.g., suction, insert or maintain artificial airway, chest physiotherapy, and cough-deep breath), as appropriate [C0512775] [U004748]
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Maintain airway patency [C0512776] [U004749]
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Maintain ambulation schedule, as tolerated [C0512777] [U004750]
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Maintain an airway [C0512781] [U004751]
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Maintain an aseptic environment while changing TPN tubing and bottles [C0512778] [U004752]
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Maintain an attitude of trust of others [C0512779] [U004753]
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Maintain an environment conducive to rest and healing [C0512780] [U004754]
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Maintain an open airway [C0512781] [U004755]
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Maintain an optimal aseptic environment during bedside insertion of central lines [C0512782] [U004756]
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Maintain asepsis for patient at risk [C0512783] [U004757]
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Maintain aseptic technique [C0512850] [U004758]
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Maintain assistive devices in good working order [C0512784] [U004759]
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Maintain bed rest and limit activities [C0512785] [U004760]
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Maintain bed rest during active bleeding [C0512786] [U004761]
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Maintain bed rest, as indicated [C0512787] [U004762]
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Maintain body alignment in suspected spinal injuries [C0512788] [U004763]
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Maintain calm, deliberate manner [C0512789] [U004764]
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Maintain central line patency and dressing, per agency protocol [C0512790] [U004765]
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Maintain closed-pressure system to ports, as appropriate [C0512791] [U004766]
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Maintain confidential health records on employees [C0512792] [U004767]
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Maintain confidentiality of incident report, according to agency policy [C0512793] [U004768]
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Maintain confidentiality of patient data [C0512794] [U004769]
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Maintain confidentiality of record [C0512795] [U004770]
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Maintain confidentiality, as indicated [C0512796] [U004771]
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Maintain consistency of staff assignment over time [C0512797] [U004772]
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Maintain consistent staff behavior [C0512798] [U004773]
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Maintain continuous infusion at prescribed rates [C0512799] [U004774]
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Maintain controlled hyperventilation, as ordered [C0512800] [U004775]
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Maintain crib siderails in elevated position when caregiver is not present, as appropriate [C0512801] [U004776]
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Maintain emergency equipment for malignant hyperthermia, per protocol, in operative areas [C0512802] [U004777]
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Maintain equipment in good working order [C0512803] [U004778]
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Maintain eye contact with patient [C0512804] [U004779]
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Maintain fluid balance by administering IV fluids or diuretics, as appropriate [C0512805] [U004780]
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Maintain fluid restriction, as appropriate [C0512806] [U004781]
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Maintain hemodynamic parameters within prescribed limits [C0512807] [U004782]
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Maintain in an upright position, with head and neck flexed slightly forward during feeding [C0512808] [U004783]
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Maintain infant's daily routine during hospitalization [C0512809] [U004784]
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Maintain inflation of the endotracheal/tracheostoma cuff at 15 to 20 mm Hg during mechanical ventilation and during and after feeding [C0512810] [U004785]
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Maintain integrity of blood between salvage and reinfusion [C0512811] [U004786]
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Maintain integrity of catheters and intravascular lines [C0512812] [U004787]
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Maintain integrity of the system before, during, and after blood retrieval [C0512813] [U004788]
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Maintain intravenous solution containing electrolyte(s) at constant flow rate, as appropriate [C0512814] [U004789]
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Maintain isolation techniques, as appropriate [C0512815] [U004790]
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Maintain IV access, as appropriate [C0512753] [U004725]
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Maintain low level of stimuli in patient and family environment [C0512817] [U004792]
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Maintain meticulous skin care for patients with a leg bag [C0512818] [U004793]
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Maintain normal home environment [C0512819] [U004794]
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Maintain normothermia [C0512820] [U004795]
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Maintain occlusive dressing [C0512821] [U004796]
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Maintain open body posture [C0512822] [U004797]
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Maintain patency of any drainage tubes [C0512823] [U004798]
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Maintain patency of tube, as appropriate [C0512824] [U004799]
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Maintain patency of urinary catheter system [C0512825] [U004800]
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Maintain patent IV access [C0512826] [U004801]
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Maintain patient airway, as necessary [C0512774] [U004802]
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Maintain patient in comfortable position [C0512827] [U004803]
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Maintain patient modesty and privacy in a quiet environment during delivery [C0512828] [U004804]
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Maintain patient on bedrest and change position every 2 hr [C0512829] [U004805]
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Maintain patient on prophylactic antibacterial therapy for 2 to 3 wk at initiation of intermittent catheterization, as appropriate [C0512830] [U004806]
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Maintain patient's proper body alignment [C0512831] [U004807]
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Maintain PEEP for patient with pulmonary edema on mechanical ventilator, as appropriate [C0512754] [U004726]
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Maintain position and integrity of traction [C0512832] [U004808]
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Maintain positive pressure for behavior change [C0512833] [U004809]
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Maintain potassium restrictions [C0512834] [U004810]
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Maintain prescribed intravenous flow rate [C0512835] [U004811]
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Maintain pressure in cuffed/balloon nasogastric tube [C0512836] [U004812]
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Maintain privacy while the patient is dressing [C0512837] [U004813]
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Maintain proper body alignment [C0512831] [U004814]
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Maintain proper position in bed to enhance traction [C0512838] [U004815]
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Maintain record of inflow/outflow volumes and individual/cumulative fluid balance [C0512839] [U004816]
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Maintain records of occupational injuries and illnesses on forms acceptable to OSHA, and participate in OSHA inspections [C0512840] [U004817]
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Maintain saline lock, as appropriate [C0512841] [U004818]
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Maintain scheduled toileting to assist in establishing and maintaining voiding habit [C0512842] [U004819]
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Maintain serum glucose level within normal range [C0512843] [U004820]
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Maintain sodium restrictions [C0512844] [U004821]
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Maintain sterile dressing technique when doing wound care [C0512845] [U004822]
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Maintain sterile technique when preparing and hanging TPN solutions [C0512846] [U004823]
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Maintain sterile technique when suctioning and providing tracheostomy care [C0512847] [U004824]
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Maintain sterility of ports [C0512848] [U004825]
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Maintain strict aseptic technique, as appropriate [C0512850] [U004828]
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Maintain strict aseptic technique [C0512850] [U004827]
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Maintain systemic arterial pressure within specified range [C0512851] [U004829]
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Maintain the angle of the hips at 100 degrees, the knees at 105 degrees, and the ankles at 90 degrees, with the heel resting flat on the footrests [C0512852] [U004830]
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Maintain the angles of the cast during the drying period [C0512853] [U004831]
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Maintain the position of any drainage tube [C0512854] [U004832]
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Maintain toileting interval if there are two or less incontinence episodes in 24 hr [C0512855] [U004833]
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Maintain toileting interval if three or less incontinence episodes in 24 hr [C0512856] [U004834]
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Maintain traction at all times [C0512857] [U004835]
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Maintain traction devices during move, as appropriate [C0512858] [U004836]
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Maintain universal precautions [C0512859] [U004837]
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Maintain warm body temperature of newborn [C0512860] [U004838]
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Make available a selection of humorous games, cartoons, jokes, videos, tapes, books, and so on [C0512861] [U004839]
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Make bed with toe pleats [C0512862] [U004840]
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Make environment safe for continuous large muscle movement, as indicated [C0512863] [U004841]
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Make eye contact and talk to newborn while giving care [C0512864] [U004842]
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Make music tapes/compact discs and equipment available to patient [C0512865] [U004843]
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Make recommendations about regimen changes, as appropriate [C0512866] [U004844]
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Make recommendations for patient assignments or potential learning experiences available for students, considering course objectives, as appropriate [C0512867] [U004845]
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Make recommendations to the appropriate committee or individual coordinating the evaluation [C0512868] [U004846]
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Make referral to eye specialist, as appropriate [C0512869] [U004847]
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Make resources necessary for self-care available [C0512870] [U004848]
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Make selections appropriate for reading level [C0512871] [U004849]
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Make sibling(s) feel special when visiting unit, as appropriate [C0512872] [U004850]
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Make sure body language agrees with verbal communication [C0512874] [U004852]
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Make the time to deal with the consequences of the truth [C0512875] [U004853]
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Manage nicotine replacement therapy [C0512876] [U004854]
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Manage postoperative pain and anesthetic side effects [C0512877] [U004855]
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Manipulate lighting for therapeutic benefit [C0512878] [U004856]
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Manually reduce rectal prolapse with lubricated, gloved hand, gently applying pressure to prolapse until it returns to a normal position, as necessary [C0512879] [U004857]
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Mark doorway thresholds and edges of steps, as needed [C0512880] [U004858]
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Mark endotracheal tube at the position of the lips or nares, using the centimeter markings on the ET tube, and document [C0512881] [U004859]
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Mark the circumference of any drainage as a gauge for future assessments [C0512882] [U004860]
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Mark the skin for stoma placement [C0512883] [U004861]
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Mark unit/agency equipment for identification, as appropriate [C0512884] [U004862]
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Massage around painful area, as appropriate [C0512885] [U004863]
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Massage around the affected area [C0512886] [U004864]
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Massage patient's arm from proximal to distal end, as appropriate [C0512887] [U004865]
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Massage perineum to stretch and relax tissue [C0512888] [U004866]
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Massage the area around the wound to stimulate circulation [C0512889] [U004867]
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Massage the gums, as appropriate [C0512890] [U004868]
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Massage the hands or feet, if other areas are inconvenient, or if more comfortable for the patient [C0512891] [U004869]
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Massage, using continuous, even, and rhythmical movements [C0512892] [U004870]
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Maximize sensory input by use of eyeglasses, hearing aids, and so on, as appropriate [C0512893] [U004871]
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Maximize the patient's hemodynamic status to facilitate brain oxygenation (e.g., positioning and medication adjustments), as appropriate [C0512894] [U004872]
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Measure amniotic fluid indexes [C0512895] [U004873]
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Measure and describe characteristics of the ulcer at regular intervals [C0512896] [U004874]
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Measure and record abdominal girth [C0512897] [U004875]
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Measure and record daily weight [C0512898] [U004876]
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Measure blood pressure, height, weight, percent body fat, cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and urinalysis, as appropriate [C0512899] [U004877]
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Measure diarrhea/bowel output [C0512900] [U004878]
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Measure fundal height and compare with gestational age [C0512901] [U004879]
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Measure head circumference [C0512902] [U004880]
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Measure the circumference of the upper arm [C0512903] [U004881]
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Measure the correct amount of topically-applied systemic medications, using standardized measurement devices [C0512904] [U004882]
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Measure the distance for catheter insertion [C0512905] [U004883]
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Measure the distance from the cushion to just under the elbow, add 1 inch, and adjust the armrests to this height [C0512906] [U004884]
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Measure weight and vital signs before donation [C0512907] [U004885]
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Medicate before an activity to increase participation, but evaluate the hazard of sedation [C0512908] [U004886]
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Medicate by alternate route when swallowing problems develop [C0512909] [U004887]
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Medicate the patient before the irrigation as needed for pain control [C0512910] [U004888]
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Medicate to relieve physical discomfort, as needed [C0512911] [U004889]
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Medicate to relieve symptoms during withdrawal, as appropriate [C0512912] [U004890]
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Meet in 1- to 2-hr sessions, as appropriate [C0512913] [U004891]
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Meet individually with the member who desires premature termination to examine rationale for this [C0512914] [U004892]
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Minimize anxiety for the patient by explaining the procedure and rationale, as appropriate [C0512915] [U004893]
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Minimize any coercive action that could force the parents to intervene or to feel guilty because they choose not to act [C0512916] [U004894]
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Minimize as much as possible the use of locked doors, medications, and strict regulations of activity or property [C0512917] [U004895]
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Minimize discomfort, when possible [C0512918] [U004896]
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Minimize environmental stimuli [C0512919] [U004897]
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Minimize excessive work of breathing that is nontherapeutic by eliminating extra dead space, adding pressure support, administering bronchodilators, and maintaining airway patency, as appropriate [C0512920] [U004898]
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Minimize family routine disruption by facilitating family routines and rituals, such as private meals together or family discussions for communication and decision making [C0512921] [U004899]
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Minimize leverage and traction of the artificial airway by suspending ventilator tubing from overhead supports, using flexible catheter mounts and swivels, and supporting tubes during turning, suctioning, and ventilator disconnection/reconnection [C0512922] [U004900]
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Minimize leverage and traction on the artificial airway by suspending ventilator tubing from overhead supports, using flexible catheter mounts and swivels, and supporting tubes during turning, suctioning, and ventilator disconnection and reconnection [C0512922] [U004901]
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Minimize stimulation of the patient to avoid precipitating ventricular fibrillation [C0512924] [U004903]
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Minimize stimuli from noises, light, and odors, especially food [C0512925] [U004904]
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Minimize the amount of ice chips or oral intake consumed by patients with gastric tubes connected to suction [C0512927] [U004905]
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Minimize the degree of sensory overload/underload, as appropriate [C0512926] [U004906]
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Minimize the number of ice chips consumed or amount of oral intake by patients with gastric tubes connected to suction [C0512927] [U004907]
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Minimize/eliminate environmental stressors [C0512928] [U004908]
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Mix medication with flavored syrup from the pharmacy, as appropriate [C0512929] [U004909]
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Mix offensive-tasting medications with food or fluids, as appropriate [C0512930] [U004910]
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Modify behavioral expectations and consequences, as needed, to accommodate reasonable changes in the patient's situation [C0512931] [U004911]
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Modify bowel program, as needed [C0512932] [U004912]
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Modify clothing and environment to provide easy access to toilet [C0512933] [U004913]
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Modify the environment to minimize hazards and risk [C0512934] [U004914]
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Modify the environment, based on patient's needs and desires [C0512935] [U004915]
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Moisturize area around nails to prevent dryness [C0512936] [U004916]
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Moisturize dry, unbroken skin [C0512937] [U004917]
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Monitor abdomen for indications of decreased perfusion [C0512959] [U004940]
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Monitor abdominal pain and girth [C0512960] [U004941]
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Monitor ABG and electrolyte levels, as available [C0512938] [U004918]
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Monitor ABG levels for decreasing pH level, as appropriate [C0512939] [U004919]
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Monitor ABG levels for increased pH level [C0512940] [U004920]
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Monitor ABG, electrolyte, and betahydroxybutyrate levels, as available [C0512941] [U004921]
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Monitor ability to correctly relieve breast congestion [C0512961] [U004942]
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Monitor ability to deal with strong emotions, such as anger and remorse [C0512962] [U004943]
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Monitor ability to swallow and talk [C0512963] [U004944]
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Monitor ability to void or defecate [C0512964] [U004945]
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Monitor absolute granulocyte count, WBC, and differential results [C0512965] [U004946]
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Monitor adequacy of ventilation [C0512966] [U004947]
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Monitor adherence to technique and schedule at specified follow-up time and place [C0512967] [U004948]
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Monitor administration and effect of stimulants and depressants [C0512968] [U004949]
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Monitor albumin, total protein, hemaglobin, and hematocrit levels [C0512969] [U004950]
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Monitor amount and type of sputum expectoration [C0512970] [U004951]
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Monitor amount of edema present in stump [C0512971] [U004952]
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Monitor amount of participation in research studies requested of patients and staff [C0512972] [U004953]
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Monitor amount, color, and consistency of drainage from tube [C0512973] [U004954]
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Monitor amount, color, and consistency of nasogastric output [C0512974] [U004955]
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Monitor amount/rate of cerebrospinal fluid drainage [C0512975] [U004956]
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Monitor and direct active involvement of group members [C0512976] [U004957]
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Monitor and document heart rate, rhythm, and pulses [C0512977] [U004958]
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Monitor and maintain correct flow rate, as necessary [C0512978] [U004959]
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Monitor and maintain laminar airflow [C0512979] [U004960]
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Monitor and maintain relative humidity between 40% and 60% [C0512980] [U004961]
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Monitor and maintain room temperature between 20 and 24C [C0512981] [U004962]
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Monitor and maintain temperature of irrigating solutions [C0512982] [U004963]
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Monitor and maintain temperature of warming/cooling devices [C0512983] [U004964]
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Monitor and record fundal height and firmness q 15 min/1 hr; then q 30 min/1 hr; then q 1hr/4 hr; and then q 4 hr/24 hr [C0512984] [U004965]
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Monitor and record vital signs every 15 min or more often, as appropriate [C0512985] [U004966]
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Monitor and regulate flow rate during transfusion [C0512986] [U004967]
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Monitor and regulate level of activity and stimulation in environment [C0512987] [U004968]
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Monitor and regulate the level of activity and stimulation in the environment [C0512987] [U004970]
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Monitor and regulate level of activity and stimulation in environment in accord with patient's needs [C0512988] [U004969]
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Monitor ankles, hands, and face for edema [C0512989] [U004971]
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Monitor antiepileptic drug levels, as appropriate [C0512990] [U004972]
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Monitor anxiety level and discomfort related to behavioral change [C0512991] [U004973]
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Monitor any reddened areas closely [C0512992] [U004974]
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Monitor appropriateness of diet orders to meet daily nutritional needs, as appropriate [C0512993] [U004975]
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Monitor Babinski response [C0512944] [U004924]
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Monitor bedtime food and beverage intake for items that facilitate or interfere with sleep [C0512994] [U004976]
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Monitor behavior of woman and support person [C0512995] [U004977]
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Monitor behavior patterns [C0512996] [U004978]
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Monitor behaviors that may indicate a problem with attachment [C0512997] [U004979]
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Monitor blood glucose levels, as indicated [C0512998] [U004980]
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Monitor blood pressure [C0026426] [U004981]
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Monitor blood pressure (systolic, diastolic, and mean), central venous/right atrial pressure, pulmonary artery pressure (systolic, diastolic, and mean), and pulmonary capillary/artery wedge pressure [C0512999] [U004982]
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Monitor blood pressure during drug therapy for lactation suppression [C0513000] [U004983]
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Monitor blood pressure while patient is lying, sitting, and standing, as appropriate [C0513001] [U004984]
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Monitor blood pressure, pulse, and respiration, as appropriate [C0513002] [U004985]
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Monitor blood pressure, pulse, and respirations before, during, and after activity, as appropriate [C0513003] [U004986]
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Monitor blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, and patient response during dialysis [C0513004] [U004987]
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Monitor blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiratory status, as appropriate [C0513005] [U004988]
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Monitor body weight [C0513007] [U004990]
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Monitor bowel habits [C0513008] [U004991]
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Monitor bowel sounds [C0513010] [U004993]
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Monitor BP, heart rate, and respiratory status [C0512942] [U004922]
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Monitor breast engorgement and discomfort [C0513011] [U004994]
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Monitor breathing patterns: bradypnea, tachypnea, hyperventilation, Kussmaul respirations, Cheyne-Stokes respirations, apneustic, Biot, and ataxic patterns [C0513012] [U004995]
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Monitor BUN, creatine, total protein, and albumin levels [C0512943] [U004923]
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Monitor calcium levels closely in the patient receiving large numbers of blood transfusions [C0513013] [U004996]
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Monitor caloric and nutrient intake [C0513014] [U004997]
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Monitor calorie intake to ensure adequate intake [C0513015] [U004998]
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Monitor capillary refill by applying pressure to a fingernail or toenail [C0513016] [U004999]
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Monitor cardiac output and/or cardiac index and left-ventricular stroke work index, as appropriate [C0513019] [U005002]
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Monitor cardiac output, PCWP, SVR, and RAP, using invasive hemodynamic monitoring as appropriate [C0513020] [U005003]
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Monitor cardiac rhythm and rate [C0513021] [U005004]
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Monitor cardiovascular status [C0513023] [U005006]
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Monitor carefully for physiological causes of increased confusion that may be acute and reversible [C0513024] [U005007]
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Monitor catheter site and dressings to check for a loose catheter or wet dressing, and notify appropriate personnel per agency protocol [C0513025] [U005008]
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Monitor cause(s) of increasing serum potassium levels (e.g., renal failure, excessive intake, and acidosis), as appropriate [C0513026] [U005009]
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Monitor cerebral perfusion pressure [C0513027] [U005010]
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Monitor changes in peripheral edema, as appropriate [C0513028] [U005011]
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Monitor changes in sleep patterns, as appropriate [C0513029] [U005013]
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Monitor changes in sleep patterns [C0513029] [U005012]
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Monitor chest tube tidaling/output and air leaks [C0513030] [U005014]
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Monitor chest x-ray reports [C0513031] [U005015]
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Monitor child for extreme compliance, such as passive submission to invasive procedures [C0513032] [U005016]
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Monitor child for role reversal, such as comforting the parent, or overactive or aggressive behavior [C0513033] [U005017]
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Monitor child for signs of failure to thrive, depression, apathy, developmental delay, or malnutrition [C0513034] [U005018]
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Monitor child performing self-catheterization on a regular basis, and provide continued instruction and support, as needed [C0513035] [U005019]
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Monitor child/dependent adult for extreme compliance, such as passive submission to hospital procedures [C0513036] [U005020]
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Monitor circulation and color of fingers/toes on injured extremity [C0513037] [U005021]
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Monitor circulation in affected body part [C0513038] [U005022]
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Monitor circulation, movement, and sensation of affected extremity [C0513039] [U005023]
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Monitor circulatory status: BP, skin color, skin temperature, heart sounds, heart rate and rhythm, presence and quality of peripheral pulses, and capillary refill [C0513040] [U005024]
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Monitor cleaning of nails, according to patient's self-care ability [C0513041] [U005025]
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Monitor cleanliness and general condition of shoes and stockings [C0513042] [U005026]
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Monitor closely the serum potassium levels of patients taking digitalis and diuretics [C0513043] [U005027]
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Monitor clotting times and adjust heparin administration appropriately [C0513044] [U005028]
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Monitor coagulation profiles every 6 hr, as appropriate [C0513045] [U005029]
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Monitor coagulation studies and complete blood count (CBC) with WBC differential [C0513046] [U005030]
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Monitor cognitive functioning, using a standardized assessment tool [C0513049] [U005033]
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Monitor color, odor, and clarity of urine [C0513050] [U005034]
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Monitor color, quantity, and specific gravity of urine [C0513051] [U005035]
----


Monitor color, temperature, and sensation frequently in restrained extremities [C0513052] [U005036]
----


Monitor comfort level, and take appropriate action [C0513053] [U005037]
----


Monitor compliance in taking antiepileptic medications [C0513054] [U005038]
----


Monitor coping strategies used by patient and family [C0513055] [U005039]
----


Monitor core body temperature, as appropriate [C0513056] [U005040]
----


Monitor corneal reflex [C0513057] [U005041]
----


Monitor cough and gag reflex [C0513058] [U005042]
----


Monitor couple's relationship to one another after birth of infant, as appropriate [C0513059] [U005043]
----


Monitor craniotomy/laminectomy dressing for drainage [C0513060] [U005044]
----


Monitor CSF drainage characteristics: color, clarity, and consistency [C0512945] [U004925]
----


Monitor cuff pressures every 4 to 8 hr during expiration using a three-way stopcock, calibrated syringe, and mercury manometer [C0513061] [U005045]
----


Monitor current family relationships [C0513062] [U005046]
----


Monitor current family situation [C0513063] [U005047]
----


Monitor CVP [C0420201] [U004926]
----


Monitor daily caloric food intake [C0513064] [U005048]
----


Monitor daily calories consumed [C0513065] [U005049]
----


Monitor daily weight [C0513066] [U005050]
----


Monitor deep tendon reflexes [C0513067] [U005051]
----


Monitor deep tendon reflexes during rapid magnesium replacement, as precursor to cardiopulmonary side effects [C0513068] [U005052]
----


Monitor degree of bladder distention by palpation and percussion [C0513069] [U005053]
----


Monitor degree of chest discomfort or pain [C0513070] [U005054]
----


Monitor degree of shunt, vital capacity, Vd/Vt, MVV, inspiratory force, and FEV1 for readiness to wean from mechanical ventilation, based on agency protocol [C0513071] [U005055]
----


Monitor delusions for presence of content that is self-harmful or violent [C0513072] [U005056]
----


Monitor deterioration of physical and/or mental capabilities [C0513073] [U005057]
----


Monitor determinants of oxygen delivery (e.g., PaO2and hemoglobin levels and cardiac output), if appropriate [C0513074] [U005058]
----


Monitor determinants of tissue oxygen delivery (e.g., PaCO2, SaO2, and hemoglobin levels and cardiac output), if available [C0513075] [U005059]
----


Monitor determinants of tissue oxygen delivery (e.g., PaO2, SaO2, and hemoglobin levels and cardiac output), if available [C0513075] [U005060]
----


Monitor determinants of tissue oxygen delivery (e.g., PaO2, SaO2, and hemoglobin levels, and cardiac output), if available [C0513075] [U005061]
----


Monitor determination of oxygen consumption (e.g., SvO2 and avDO2 levels), if available [C0513076] [U005062]
----


Monitor diet and fluid requirements [C0513077] [U005063]
----


Monitor dilutional cause(s) of decreasing serum potassium levels (e.g., administration of hypotonic solutions and increased water retention, secondary to inappropriate ADH), as appropriate [C0513078] [U005064]
----


Monitor direction of head and eyes during seizure [C0513079] [U005065]
----


Monitor drainage trends [C0513080] [U005066]
----


Monitor drug infusion at regular intervals [C0513081] [U005067]
----


Monitor drug regimen [C0513082] [U005068]
----


Monitor effectiveness of medication [C0513083] [U005069]
----


Monitor effectiveness of surgical, medical, pharmacological, and self-prescribed treatments [C0513084] [U005070]
----


Monitor effectiveness of the medication administration modality [C0513085] [U005071]
----


Monitor effectiveness of the technology on patient outcomes [C0513086] [U005072]
----


Monitor effects of medications [C0513087] [U005073]
----


Monitor effects of newborn on family structure [C0513088] [U005074]
----


Monitor effects of prescribed pharmaceuticals, such as calcium channel blockers and anticholinergics [C0513089] [U005075]
----


Monitor effects of ventilator changes on oxygenation: ABG, SaO2, SvO2, end-tidal CO2, Qsp/Qt, and A-aDO2 levels and patient's subjective response [C0513090] [U005076]
----


Monitor EKG changes that increase risk of dysrhythmia development: prolonged QT interval, frequent premature ventricular contractions, and ectopy close to the T wave [C0512946] [U004927]
----


Monitor EKG tracings for changes related to abnormal K, Ca, and Mg levels [C0512947] [U004928]
----


Monitor electrolyte levels [C0513091] [U005077]
----


Monitor electrolyte, BUN, and creatinine levels daily [C0513092] [U005078]
----


Monitor electrolyte, enzyme, and blood sugar levels [C0513093] [U005079]
----


Monitor elimination patterns, as appropriate [C0513094] [U005080]
----


Monitor emotional, physical, and social response to recreational activity [C0513095] [U005081]
----


Monitor emotional, physical, social, and spiritual response to activity [C0513096] [U005082]
----


Monitor end-title CO2 level, as appropriate [C0513097] [U005083]
----


Monitor endurance of caregiver [C0513098] [U005084]
----


Monitor energy level, malaise, fatigue, and weakness [C0513099] [U005085]
----


Monitor environment for flammable substance or breaks in precautions [C0513100] [U005086]
----


Monitor environment for possible fire [C0513101] [U005087]
----


Monitor environment for potential safety hazards [C0513102] [U005088]
----


Monitor environment where eating occurs [C0513103] [U005089]
----


Monitor EOMs and gaze characteristics [C0512948] [U004929]
----


Monitor exercise tolerance (e.g., presence of such symptoms as breathlessness, rapid pulse, pallor, lightheadedness, and joint/muscle pain or swelling) during exercise [C0513104] [U005090]
----


Monitor external fixation device [C0513105] [U005091]
----


Monitor extremities for areas of heat, redness, pain, or swelling [C0513106] [U005092]
----


Monitor facial symmetry [C0513107] [U005093]
----


Monitor family boundaries as an attempt to change distance between family subsystems [C0513108] [U005094]
----


Monitor family coping during labor [C0513109] [U005095]
----


Monitor family interaction problems related to care of patient [C0513110] [U005096]
----


Monitor family's ability to perform tasks appropriate to family developmental stage [C0513112] [U005098]
----


Monitor family's and child's level of frustration and stress [C0513113] [U005099]
----


Monitor family structure and roles [C0513111] [U005097]
----


Monitor fetal breathing movements, gross movements, and tone [C0513114] [U005100]
----


Monitor fetal heart rate [C0180847] [U005101]
----


Monitor fetal heart rate during and after contractions to detect decelerations or accelerations [C0513115] [U005102]
----


Monitor fetal heart rate electronically [C0513116] [U005103]
----


Monitor fetal heart rate for bradycardia (less than 110 beats per minute) or tachycardia (greater than 160 beats per minute) lasting longer than 10 min, if appropriate [C0513117] [U005104]
----


Monitor fetal vital signs, using auscultation and palpation or electronic fetal monitor, as appropriate [C0513119] [U005106]
----


Monitor fit of bracing devices, prosthesis, shoes, and clothing [C0513120] [U005107]
----


Monitor fluid and electrolyte levels, liver function tests, blood counts, and arterial blood gas levels [C0513121] [U005108]
----


Monitor fluid and electrolyte status [C0513122] [U005109]
----


Monitor fluid and nutritional intake [C0513123] [U005110]
----


Monitor fluid intake [C0513125] [U005112]
----


Monitor fluid status (including I&O), as appropriate [C0513126] [U005113]
----


Monitor fluid status, as appropriate [C0513126] [U005114]
----


Monitor follicular growth throughout ovulation, as appropriate [C0513128] [U005117]
----


Monitor food preferences and choices [C0513129] [U005118]
----


Monitor food/fluid ingested and calculate daily caloric intake, as appropriate [C0513130] [U005119]
----


Monitor for a parent who holds newborn at arm's length, handles newborn awkwardly, asks for excessive assistance, and verbalizes or demonstrates discomfort in caring for the child [C0513150] [U005139]
----


Monitor for a parent who holds newborn at arm's length, handles newborn awkwardly, or asks for excessive assistance [C0513151] [U005140]
----


Monitor for a progressive deterioration in the physical and emotional care provided to a child/dependent adult in the family [C0513152] [U005141]
----


Monitor for a progressive deterioration in the physical and emotional state of the infant/child [C0513153] [U005142]
----


Monitor for a widening or narrowing pulse pressure [C0513154] [U005143]
----


Monitor for abnormal responses to three primary types of stimuli: sensory, visual, and auditory [C0513156] [U005145]
----


Monitor for abnormal serum electrolyte levels, as available [C0513157] [U005146]
----


Monitor for abnormal serum electrolytes, as available [C0513157] [U005147]
----


Monitor for acid-base imbalance [C0513158] [U005148]
----


Monitor for acute laryngeal spasm and tetany requiring emergency airway management [C0513159] [U005149]
----


Monitor for adequate bowel evacuation [C0513160] [U005150]
----


Monitor for adverse effects of mechanical ventilation: infection, barotrauma, and reduced cardiac output [C0513161] [U005151]
----


Monitor for adverse effects of the drug [C0513162] [U005152]
----


Monitor for adverse therapeutic responses [C0513164] [U005154]
----


Monitor for alertness and presence of gag reflex, as appropriate [C0513165] [U005155]
----


Monitor for alterations in skin integrity and treat appropriately [C0513166] [U005156]
----


Monitor for an increase in the anion gap (>14 mEq/L), signaling an increased production or decreased excretion of acid products [C0513167] [U005157]
----


Monitor for and correct oxygen deficits, acid-base imbalances, and electrolyte imbalances, which may precipitate dysrhythmias [C0513168] [U005158]
----


Monitor for and report signs and symptoms of hypothermia and hyperthermia [C0513169] [U005159]
----


Monitor for and treat life-threatening injuries or acute needs [C0513170] [U005160]
----


Monitor for and treat ventricular defibrillation [C0513171] [U005161]
----


Monitor for anticoagulant therapy side effects [C0513172] [U005162]
----


Monitor for apprehension, increased anxiety, and changes in mental status [C0513173] [U005163]
----


Monitor for arterial insufficiency in lower legs [C0513174] [U005164]
----


Monitor for associated acid-base imbalances [C0513175] [U005165]
----


Monitor for associated excesses of bicarbonate (e.g., hyperaldosteronism, glucocorticoid excess, and licorice abuse), as appropriate [C0513176] [U005166]
----


Monitor for bladder distention [C0513178] [U005168]
----


Monitor for bleeding at injury site [C0513179] [U005169]
----


Monitor for bleeding tendencies in high-risk patient [C0513180] [U005170]
----


Monitor for bloated feeling, abdominal distension, cramping pains, and excessive passage of gas from the mouth or anus [C0513181] [U005171]
----


Monitor for blood reaction, if appropriate [C0513182] [U005172]
----


Monitor for body image distortions and anorexia [C0513183] [U005173]
----


Monitor for bowel incontinence [C0513184] [U005174]
----


Monitor for bowel perforation or fluid leaks [C0513185] [U005175]
----


Monitor for bradycardia [C0513186] [U005176]
----


Monitor for bubbling of the suction chamber of the chest tube drainage system and tidaling in waterseal chamber [C0513187] [U005177]
----


Monitor for cardiopulmonary manifestations of metabolic acidosis (e.g., hypotension, hypoxia, arrythmias, and Kussmaul respiration), as appropriate [C0513193] [U005183]
----


Monitor for causes of increasing calcium levels (e.g., indications of severe dehydration and renal failure), as appropriate [C0513199] [U005189]
----


Monitor for causes of possible HCO3 deficit, such as diarrhea, renal failure, tissue hypoxia, lactic acidosis, diabetic ketoacidosis, malnutrition, and salicylate overdose [C0513201] [U005191]
----


Monitor for central and peripheral cyanosis [C0513202] [U005192]
----


Monitor for cerebral ischemia or indications of insufficient cerebral blood flow or cerebral perfusion pressure [C0513203] [U005193]
----


Monitor for change in energy level/malaise [C0513204] [U005194]
----


Monitor for changes in sensation and orientation [C0513205] [U005195]
----


Monitor for Chvostek and/or Trousseau sign [C0513139] [U005128]
----


Monitor for clinical signs and symptoms of overhydration/fluid excess [C0513206] [U005196]
----


Monitor for clubbing of nail beds [C0513207] [U005197]
----


Monitor for CNS manifestations of metabolic acidosis (e.g., headache, drowsiness, decreased mentation, seizures, and coma), as appropriate [C0513137] [U005126]
----


Monitor for complications of immobility [C0513208] [U005198]
----


Monitor for constipation [C0513209] [U005199]
----


Monitor for continued calcium loss (e.g., loop diuretics, renal tubular dysfunction, and loss of exudates through burn or infection), as appropriate [C0513210] [U005200]
----


Monitor for convulsions, seizures, and CNS depression or stimulation [C0513211] [U005201]
----


Monitor for correct placement of the tube by inspecting oral cavity, checking pH level of aspirate, and noting placement per x-ray, as appropriate [C0513212] [U005202]
----


Monitor for covert alcohol consumption during detoxification [C0513213] [U005203]
----


Monitor for crepitus around chest tube site [C0513214] [U005204]
----


Monitor for crepitus, as appropriate [C0513215] [U005205]
----


Monitor for CSF rhinorrhea/otorrhea [C0513138] [U005127]
----


Monitor for Cushing response [C0513140] [U005129]
----


Monitor for decrease in exhale volume and increase in inspiratory pressure in patients receiving mechanical ventilation [C0513216] [U005207]
----


Monitor for decrease in exhale volume and increase in inspiratory pressure [C0513216] [U005206]
----


Monitor for decreasing bicarbonate from excessive nonvolatile acids (e.g., renal failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, tissue hypoxia, and starvation), as appropriate [C0513217] [U005208]
----


Monitor for decreasing levels of consciousness [C0513218] [U005209]
----


Monitor for decreasing levels of magnesium resulting from decreased absorption of magnesium (e.g., surgical resection of bowel, pancreatic insufficiency, and increased dietary intake of calcium), as appropriate [C0513219] [U005210]
----


Monitor for defensiveness about the past [C0513224] [U005215]
----


Monitor for delirium tremens [C0513225] [U005216]
----


Monitor for depression and/or suicidal tendencies [C0513226] [U005217]
----


Monitor for diarrhea [C0513228] [U005219]
----


Monitor for digitalis toxicity (e.g., report serum levels above therapeutic range, monitor heart rate and rhythm before administering dose, and monitor for side effects), as appropriate [C0513229] [U005220]
----


Monitor for distended neck veins, crackles in the lungs, peripheral edema, and weight gain [C0513230] [U005221]
----


Monitor for drainage from ears, as appropriate [C0513231] [U005222]
----


Monitor for dry, flaky skin with depigmentation [C0513232] [U005223]
----


Monitor for dry, thin hair that is easy to pluck [C0513233] [U005224]
----


Monitor for dyspnea and events that improve and worsen it [C0513234] [U005225]
----


Monitor for dyspnea, fatigue, tachypnea, and orthopnea [C0513235] [U005226]
----


Monitor for dyspnea, snoring, or inspiratory crowing when oro/nasopharyngeal airway is in place [C0513236] [U005227]
----


Monitor for early compensatory responses to fluid loss: increased heart rate, decreased BP, orthostatic hypotension, decreased urinary output, narrowed pulse pressure, decreased capillary refill, apprehension, pale and cool skin, and diaphoresis [C0513237] [U005228]
----


Monitor for early signs of allergic reactions: wheezing, hoarseness, chest tightness, dyspnea, itching, hives and wheals, angioedema, GI upset, anxiety, and restlessness [C0513238] [U005229]
----


Monitor for early signs of cardiogenic shock: declining cardiac output and urinary output, increasing SVR and PCWP, crackles in the lungs, S3 and S4 heart sounds, and tachycardia [C0513239] [U005230]
----


Monitor for early signs of septic shock: warm, flushed, dry, skin; increasing cardiac output and temperature; and declining SVR and PAP [C0513240] [U005231]
----


Monitor for electrolyte abnormalities [C0513241] [U005232]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalance [C0513242] [U005233]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with hypercalcemia (e.g., hypo- or hyperphosphatemia, hyperchloremic acidosis, and hypokalemia from diuresis), as appropriate [C0513243] [U005234]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with hypermagnesemia (e.g., elevated BUN and Cr levels), as appropriate [C0513244] [U005235]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with hyperphosphatemia (e.g., hypomagnesemia, hypocalcemia, respiratory acidosis, serum and urine phosphate levels, serum and urine calcium and magnesium levels), as appropriate [C0513245] [U005236]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with hypocalcemia (e.g., hyperphosphatemia, hypomagnesemia, and alkalosis), as appropriate [C0513246] [U005237]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with hypomagnesemia (e.g., hypokalemia, hypocalcemia, and hypochloremic alkalosis), as appropriate [C0513247] [U005238]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with hyponatremia (e.g., hypokalemia, metabolic acidosis, and hypoglycemia), as appropriate [C0513248] [U005239]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with hypophosphatemia (e.g., hypokalemia; hypomagnesemia; respiratory alkalosis; metabolic acidosis; and serum and urine phosphate, calcium, and magnesium levels), as appropriate [C0513249] [U005240]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with metabolic acidosis (e.g., hyponatremia, hyper- or hypokalemia, hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia, and hypomagnesemia), as appropriate [C0513250] [U005241]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances associated with metabolic alkalosis (e.g., hypokalemia, hypercalcemia, and hypochloremia), as appropriate [C0513251] [U005242]
----


Monitor for electrolyte imbalances, particularly hypokalemia and hypophosphatemia [C0513252] [U005243]
----


Monitor for episodes of dizziness associated with ear problems, as appropriate [C0513253] [U005244]
----


Monitor for evidence of misadministration or diversion of controlled substances [C0513254] [U005245]
----


Monitor for exacerbation of tetany resulting from hyperventilation or pressure on efferent nerves (e.g., by crossing legs), as appropriate [C0513255] [U005246]
----


Monitor for excessive diuresis [C0513256] [U005247]
----


Monitor for extreme compliance to caretakers' demands or passive submission to invasive procedures [C0513257] [U005248]
----


Monitor for fever and leukocytosis [C0513258] [U005249]
----


Monitor for fluid loss and associated loss of electrolytes, as appropriate [C0513260] [U005251]
----


Monitor for fluid overload [C0513261] [U005252]
----


Monitor for fluid overload and physical reactions [C0513262] [U005253]
----


Monitor for fluid overload and transfusion reactions [C0513263] [U005254]
----


Monitor for fluid overload resulting from associated renal failure, as appropriate [C0513264] [U005255]
----


Monitor for fluid overload resulting from hydration therapy (e.g., daily weight, urine output, jugular vein distention, lung sounds, and right atrial pressure), as appropriate [C0513265] [U005256]
----


Monitor for forward progression of pulmonary catheter resulting in spontaneous wedge, and notify physician if it occurs [C0513266] [U005257]
----


Monitor for GI loss of acid (e.g., vomiting, NG suctioning, and high chloride content diarrhea), as appropriate [C0513141] [U005130]
----


Monitor for GI manifestations of metabolic acidosis (e.g., anorexia, nausea, and vomiting), as appropriate [C0513147] [U005136]
----


Monitor for hoarseness and voice changes every hour in patients with facial burns [C0513268] [U005259]
----


Monitor for hyperkalemia associated with a blood reaction, if appropriate [C0513269] [U005260]
----


Monitor for hypertension and tachycardia [C0513270] [U005261]
----


Monitor for hypoglycemia [C0513272] [U005263]
----


Monitor for hypophosphatemia associated with respiratory alkalosis, as appropriate [C0513273] [U005264]
----


Monitor for hypotension and cardiac arrhythmias [C0513274] [U005265]
----


Monitor for immediate complications, such as bleeding, nerve or tendon damage, cardiac decompression, respiratory distress, or catheter embolism [C0513275] [U005266]
----


Monitor for impending respiratory failure [C0513276] [U005267]
----


Monitor for incision/stoma healing [C0513277] [U005268]
----


Monitor for increased actions of medications as rewarming occurs [C0513278] [U005269]
----


Monitor for increased restlessness, anxiety, and air hunger [C0513279] [U005270]
----


Monitor for increasing excretion of magnesium (e.g., diuretics, renal disorders, renal excretion after transplant, hypercalcemia, diarrhea, fistulas, prolonged NG suction, burns, hyperglycemia, hyperthyroidism, and prolonged cardiopulmonary bypass), as appropriate [C0513280] [U005271]
----


Monitor for indications of chronic respiratory acidosis (e.g., barrel chest, clubbing of nails, pursed-lips breathing, and use of accessory muscles), as appropriate [C0513281] [U005272]
----


Monitor for indications of fluid overload/retention (e.g., crackles, elevated CVP or pulmonary capillary wedge pressure, edema, neck vein distention, and ascites), as appropriate [C0513283] [U005274]
----


Monitor for indications of infection of oral mucous membranes [C0513285] [U005276]
----


Monitor for indications of kidney stone formation (e.g., intermittent pain, nausea, vomiting, and hematuria) resulting from calcium accumulation, as appropriate [C0513286] [U005277]
----


Monitor for indications of urinary tract infection [C0513287] [U005278]
----


Monitor for indicators of nonrelaxation, such as movement, uneasy breathing, talking, and coughing [C0513288] [U005279]
----


Monitor for indicators of stress [C0513289] [U005280]
----


Monitor for infection, as appropriate [C0513290] [U005281]
----


Monitor for infection, especially of edematous areas [C0513291] [U005282]
----


Monitor for infiltration and infection [C0513292] [U005283]
----


Monitor for insensible fluid loss [C0513293] [U005284]
----


Monitor for irritation, infiltration, and inflammation at injection site [C0513295] [U005287]
----


Monitor for IV patency before administration of IV medication [C0513149] [U005138]
----


Monitor for lingering suicidal tendencies [C0513296] [U005288]
----


Monitor for local irritation from topical application of medications [C0513297] [U005289]
----


Monitor for local, systemic, and adverse effects of the medication [C0513298] [U005290]
----


Monitor for loss of acid (e.g., vomiting, nasogastric output, diarrhea, and diuresis), as appropriate [C0513299] [U005291]
----


Monitor for loss of bicarbonate (e.g., fistula drainage and diarrhea), as appropriate [C0513300] [U005292]
----


Monitor for manifestations of electrolyte imbalance [C0513302] [U005294]
----


Monitor for nausea and vomiting [C0513303] [U005295]
----


Monitor for nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea [C0513304] [U005296]
----


Monitor for neurological and/or neuromuscular manifestations of respiratory alkalosis (e.g., paresthesias, tetany, and seizures), as appropriate [C0513308] [U005300]
----


Monitor for noisy respirations, such as crowing or snoring [C0513315] [U005307]
----


Monitor for nontherapeutic drug interactions [C0513316] [U005308]
----


Monitor for optimal fluid and electrolyte status [C0513317] [U005309]
----


Monitor for over-correction and hypercalcemia [C0513318] [U005310]
----


Monitor for pain in affected area [C0513319] [U005311]
----


Monitor for pale, reddened, and dry conjunctival tissue [C0513320] [U005312]
----


Monitor for paranoia and hesitancy to trust others during the detoxification period [C0513321] [U005313]
----


Monitor for paresthesia: numbness and tingling [C0513322] [U005314]
----


Monitor for paresthesia: numbness, tingling, hyperesthesia, and hypoesthesia [C0513323] [U005315]
----


Monitor for patient's inability to maintain correct posture in wheelchair [C0513324] [U005316]
----


Monitor for peripheral edema, jugular vein distension, and S3 and S4 heart sounds [C0513325] [U005317]
----


Monitor for possible causes of HCO3 excess, such as vomiting, gastric suction, hyperaldosteronism, diuretic therapy, hypochloremia, and excessive ingestion of medications containing HCO3 [C0513326] [U005318]
----


Monitor for possible causes of carbonic acid deficits and associated hyperventilation, such as pain, CNS lesions, fever, and mechanical ventilation [C0513327] [U005319]
----


Monitor for possible causes of carbonic acid excess and respiratory acidosis, such as airway obstruction, depressed ventilation, CNS depression, neurological disease, chronic lung disease, musculoskeletal disease, chest trauma, infection, ARDS, cardiac failure, and use of respiratory depressant drugs [C0513328] [U005320]
----


Monitor for possible medication allergies, interactions, and contraindications [C0513329] [U005321]
----


Monitor for presence of bowel sounds every 4 to 8 hr, as appropriate [C0513331] [U005323]
----


Monitor for presence of cardiac arrhythmias [C0513332] [U005324]
----


Monitor for presence of crackles and rhonchi over large airways [C0513333] [U005325]
----


Monitor for pronator drift [C0513334] [U005326]
----


Monitor for proper placement of the tube by inspecting oral cavity, checking for gastric residual, or listening while air is injected and withdrawn, according to agency protocol [C0513335] [U005327]
----


Monitor for pulmonary edema and third spacing [C0513336] [U005328]
----


Monitor for pulsus alternans [C0513339] [U005331]
----


Monitor for pulsus paradoxus [C0513340] [U005332]
----


Monitor for rebound hyperkalemia [C0513342] [U005334]
----


Monitor for rebound hypermagnesemia, as appropriate [C0513343] [U005335]
----


Monitor for rebound hypocalcemia resulting from aggressive treatment of hypercalcemia [C0513344] [U005336]
----


Monitor for recurring hypercalcemia 1 to 3 days after cessation of therapeutic measures [C0513346] [U005338]
----


Monitor for redness, exudate, or ulceration [C0513347] [U005339]
----


Monitor for redness, swelling, and cracking of mouth/lips [C0513348] [U005340]
----


Monitor for reduced intake through malnutrition or prolonged hyperalimentation without supplementation, as appropriate [C0513349] [U005341]
----


Monitor for renal loss of acid (e.g., diuretic therapy), as appropriate [C0513350] [U005342]
----


Monitor for reoccurrence of anaphylaxis within 24 hr [C0513352] [U005344]
----


Monitor for repeated visits to clinics, emergency rooms, or physicians' offices for "accidental" injuries; inadequate health care monitoring; inadequate surveillance; or inadequate environmental adaptations [C0513353] [U005346]
----


Monitor for repeated visits to a clinic, emergency room, or physician's office for minor problems [C0513354] [U005345]
----


Monitor for repeated visits to clinics, emergency rooms, or physicians' offices for minor problems [C0513354] [U005347]
----


Monitor for respiratory distress [C0513355] [U005348]
----


Monitor for respiratory distress, hypoglycemia, and anomalies, if mother has diabetes [C0513356] [U005349]
----


Monitor for respiratory muscle fatigue [C0513357] [U005350]
----


Monitor for rewarming shock [C0513358] [U005351]
----


Monitor for sealing of lips during eating, drinking, and swallowing [C0513359] [U005352]
----


Monitor for seizure activity [C0513360] [U005353]
----


Monitor for sensation of fullness, nausea, and vomiting [C0513361] [U005354]
----


Monitor for sensations of fullness, nausea, and vomiting [C0513361] [U005355]
----


Monitor for shortness of breath or unequal/abnormal breath sounds [C0513362] [U005356]
----


Monitor for side effects and toxic effects of chemotherapeutic agents [C0513363] [U005357]
----


Monitor for side effects of IV administration of ionized calcium (e.g., calcium chloride), such as thrombophlebitis, soft tissue damage with extravasation, clotting, and thrombus formation, as appropriate [C0513364] [U005359]
----


Monitor for side effects of IV magnesium replacement (e.g., flushing, sweating, sensation of heat, and hypocalcemia), as appropriate [C0513365] [U005360]
----


Monitor for side effects of irrigation solution or oral medication [C0513366] [U005361]
----


Monitor for side effects of medication administration [C0513367] [U005362]
----


Monitor for side effects of procedures used to ready cervix [C0513369] [U005364]
----


Monitor for side effects from anticoagulant medications, if appropriate [C0513741] [U005358]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms associated with infusion phlebitis and local infection [C0513372] [U005367]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms associated with local and systemic infection [C0513373] [U005368]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of HCO3 deficit and metabolic acidosis: Kussmaul respirations, weakness, disorientation, headache, anorexia, coma, urinary pH level of <6, plasma HCO3 level of <22 mEq/L, plasma pH level of <7.35, BE of <-2 mEq/L, associated hyperkalemia, and possible CO2deficit [C0513374] [U005369]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of HCO3 excess and metabolic alkalosis: numbness and tingling of the extremities, muscular hypertonicity, shallow respirations with pause, bradycardia, tetany, urinary pH level of >7, plasma HCO3 level of >26 mEq/L, plasma pH level of >7.45, BE of >2 mEq/L, associated hypokalemia, and possible CO2 retention [C0513375] [U005370]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of ascites [C0513376] [U005371]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of aspiration [C0513377] [U005372]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of bowel rupture and/or peritonitis [C0513378] [U005373]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of carbonic acid deficit and respiratory alkalosis: frequent sighing and yawning, tetany, paresthesia, muscular twitching, palpitations, tingling and numbness, dizziness, blurred vision, diaphoresis, dry mouth, convulsions, pH level of >7.45, PaCO2 <35 mm Hg, associated hyperchloremia, and possible HCO3 deficit [C0513379] [U005374]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of carbonic acid excess and respiratory acidosis: hand tremor with extensions of arms, confusion, drowsiness progressing to coma, headache, slowed verbal response, nausea, vomiting, tachycardia, warm sweaty extremities, pH level of <7.35, PaCO2 level of >45 mm Hg, associated hypochloremia, and possible HCO3 excess [C0513380] [U005375]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of constipation [C0513381] [U005376]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of diarrhea [C0513382] [U005377]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of diarrhea, constipation, and impaction [C0513383] [U005378]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of drug toxicity [C0513384] [U005379]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of extravasation of fluids or medications, infection, or fat embolism [C0513385] [U005380]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of fluid and electrolyte imbalance [C0513386] [U005381]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of fluid retention [C0513387] [U005382]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of glossitis and stomatitis [C0513388] [U005383]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia: deep bone pain, excessive thirst, anorexia, lethargy, weakened muscles, shortened QT segment, wide T wave, widened QRS complex, and prolonged P-R interval [C0513389] [U005384]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hyperchloremia: weakness; lethargy; deep, rapid breathing; and coma [C0513390] [U005385]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia: polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, weakness, lethargy, malaise, blurring of vision, or headache [C0513391] [U005386]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypermagnesemia: muscle weakness, inability to swallow, hyporeflexia, hypotension, bradycardia, CNS depression, respiratory depression, lethargy, coma, and depression [C0513392] [U005387]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypernatremia: extreme thirst; fever; dry, sticky mucous membranes; altered mentation; and seizures [C0513393] [U005388]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hyperphosphatemia: tachycardia, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, muscle weakness, flaccid paralysis, and increased reflexes [C0513394] [U005389]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypocalcemia: irritability, muscle tetany, muscle cramps, decreased cardiac output, prolonged ST segment and QT interval, bleeding, and fractures [C0513395] [U005390]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypochloremia: hyperirritability, tetany, muscular excitability, slow respirations, and hypotension [C0513396] [U005391]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia: pallor, diaphoresis, tachycardia, palpitations, hunger, parasthesia, shakiness, inability to concentrate, confusion, slurred speech, irrational or uncontrolled behavior, blurred vision, somnolence, inability to arouse from sleep, or seizures [C0513397] [U005392]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypokalemia: muscular weakness, cardiac irregularities (PVC), prolonged QT interval, flattened or depressed T wave, depressed ST segment, presence of U wave, paresthesia, decreased reflexes, anorexia, decreased GI motility, dizziness, confusion, increased sensitivity to digitalis, and depressed respirations [C0513398] [U005393]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypomagnesemia: respiratory muscle depression, mental apathy, confusion, facial tics, spasticity, and cardiac dysrthymias [C0513399] [U005394]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of hypophosphatemia: bleeding tendencies, muscular weakness, paresthesia, hemolytic anemia, depressed white cell function, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, and bone demineralization [C0513400] [U005395]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of impaction [C0513401] [U005396]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of infection in the wound [C0513402] [U005397]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of pneumothorax [C0513404] [U005399]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of systemic infection, anemia, and bleeding [C0513405] [U005400]
----


Monitor for signs and symptoms of urinary retention [C0513406] [U005401]
----


Monitor for signs of bleeding; for example, test stool and NG drainage for blood [C0513407] [U005403]
----


Monitor for signs of catheter occlusion [C0513408] [U005404]
----


Monitor for signs of hyperbilirubinemia [C0513411] [U005407]
----


Monitor for signs of impending renal failure (e.g., increased BUN and creatinine levels, myoglobinemia, and decreased urine output), as appropriate [C0513412] [U005408]
----


Monitor for signs of inadequate tissue oxygenation [C0513413] [U005409]
----


Monitor for signs of infection [C0513414] [U005410]
----


Monitor for signs of neglect in high-risk families [C0513416] [U005413]
----


Monitor for signs of oxygen toxicity and absorption atelectasis [C0513417] [U005414]
----


Monitor for signs of pregnancy-induced hypertension (e.g., hypertension, headache, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, visual alterations, hyperreflexia, edema, and proteinuria), as appropriate [C0513418] [U005415]
----


Monitor for signs of premature labor (e.g., >4 contractions per hour, backache, cramping, show, and pelvic pressure from 20 to 37 weeks of gestation), as appropriate [C0513419] [U005416]
----


Monitor for signs of respiratory distress [C0513420] [U005417]
----


Monitor for signs of respiratory muscle fatigue (e.g., abrupt rise in PaCO2 level; rapid, shallow ventilation; and paradoxical abdominal wall motion), hypoxemia, and tissue hypoxia while weaning is in process [C0513421] [U005418]
----


Monitor for signs of urinary tract infection, as appropriate [C0513422] [U005419]
----


Monitor for signs/symptoms of ascites [C0513376] [U005420]
----


Monitor for signs/symptoms of hyperkalemia: irritability, restlessness, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, weakness, flaccid paralysis, circumorial numbness and tingling, tachycardia progressing to bradycardia, ventricular tachycardia/fibrillation, tall peaked T waves, flattened P wave, broad slurred QRS complex, and heart block progressing to asystole [C0513423] [U005421]
----


Monitor for signs/symptoms of hyponatremia: disorientation, muscle twitching, nausea and vomiting, abdominal cramps, headaches, seizures, lethargy and withdrawal, and coma [C0513424] [U005422]
----


Monitor for skin breakdown from friction of oxygen device [C0513426] [U005424]
----


Monitor for sources of pressure and friction [C0513427] [U005425]
----


Monitor for spoon-shaped, brittle, ridged nails [C0513428] [U005426]
----


Monitor for statements that identify body image perceptions concerned with body shape and body weight [C0513429] [U005427]
----


Monitor for symptoms associated with hypothermia: fatigue, weakness, confusion, apathy, impaired coordination, slurred speech, shivering, and change in skin color [C0513430] [U005428]
----


Monitor for symptoms of inadequate coronary artery perfusion (e.g., ST changes on EKG or angina), as appropriate [C0513431] [U005429]
----


Monitor for symptoms of postpartum depression [C0513433] [U005431]
----


Monitor for systemic and localized signs and symptoms of infection [C0513435] [U005434]
----


Monitor for the therapeutic and adverse effects of the medication, as appropriate [C0513436] [U005435]
----


Monitor for therapeutic effects of topical anesthetics, oral protective pastes, and topical or systemic analgesics, as appropriate [C0513438] [U005437]
----


Monitor for thrombophlebitis and deep vein thrombosis [C0513439] [U005438]
----


Monitor for tracking response [C0513440] [U005439]
----


Monitor for tremor [C0513441] [U005440]
----


Monitor for underlying medical disease that can lead to electrolyte imbalance [C0513443] [U005442]
----


Monitor for underreactions or overreactions on the part of an adult [C0513444] [U005443]
----


Monitor for unintentional potassium intake (e.g., penicillin G potassium or dietary), as appropriate [C0513445] [U005444]
----


Monitor for urinary function [C0513446] [U005445]
----


Monitor for urinary retention and/or renal failure [C0513447] [U005446]
----


Monitor for visual disturbance: diplopia, nystagmus, visual field cuts, blurred vision, and visual acuity [C0513448] [U005447]
----


Monitor for worsening electrolyte imbalance with correction of the acid-base imbalance [C0513449] [U005448]
----


Monitor frequency of ear infections [C0513450] [U005449]
----


Monitor frequency of self-negating verbalizations [C0513451] [U005450]
----


Monitor frequency of statements of self-criticism [C0513452] [U005451]
----


Monitor functional ability while bathing [C0513453] [U005452]
----


Monitor gait, balance, and fatigue level with ambulation [C0513454] [U005453]
----


Monitor gastrointestinal function, as appropriate [C0513455] [U005454]
----


Monitor gestational sac growth and location [C0513457] [U005456]
----


Monitor GI cause(s) of decreasing serum potassium levels (e.g., diarrhea, fistulas, vomiting, and continuous NG suction), as appropriate [C0512949] [U004930]
----


Monitor GI functioning and distention to prevent reduced diaphragmatic movement, as appropriate [C0512950] [U004931]
----


Monitor grip strength [C0513458] [U005457]
----


Monitor growth and development [C0513459] [U005458]
----


Monitor gums for swelling, sponginess, receding, and increased bleeding [C0513460] [U005459]
----


Monitor hallucinations for presence of content that is violent or self-harmful [C0513461] [U005460]
----


Monitor heart rate [C0542284] [U005461]
----


Monitor heart rate and rhythm [C0513462] [U005462]
----


Monitor heart tones [C0513463] [U005463]
----


Monitor hemodynamic response [C0513464] [U005464]
----


Monitor hemodynamic response to the dysrhythmia [C0513465] [U005465]
----


Monitor hemodynamic waveforms for changes in cardiovascular function [C0513467] [U005469]
----


Monitor hemoglobin and hematocrit levels, if appropriate [C0513468] [U005470]
----


Monitor hemoglobin level [C0513469] [U005471]
----


Monitor hemoglobin/hematocrit levels [C0513468] [U005472]
----


Monitor hydration level of feet [C0513470] [U005473]
----


Monitor hydration status (e.g., moist mucous membranes, adequacy of pulses, and orthostatic blood pressure), as appropriate [C0513471] [U005474]
----


Monitor ICP and CPP [C0512952] [U004933]
----


Monitor improvement in patient's posture/body mechanics [C0513472] [U005475]
----


Monitor incision for signs and symptoms of infection [C0513473] [U005476]
----


Monitor increased filling of breasts in response to nursing and/or pumping [C0513474] [U005477]
----


Monitor individual behavior that may be disruptive or detrimental to overall well-being of others [C0513475] [U005478]
----


Monitor infant's ability to suck [C0513478] [U005481]
----


Monitor infant's height and weight [C0513479] [U005482]
----


Monitor infant's physiological status (e.g., color, temperature, heart rate, and apnea), and discontinue kangaroo care if infant becomes physiologically compromised or agitated [C0513480] [U005483]
----


Monitor infant weight, as appropriate [C0513476] [U005479]
----


Monitor infused and returned volume of peritoneal dialysate, as appropriate [C0513481] [U005484]
----


Monitor insertion site for infection [C0513482] [U005485]
----


Monitor intake and output [C0204708] [U005486]
----


Monitor intake and output of fluids, as appropriate [C0513127] [U005487]
----


Monitor intake and output, as appropriate [C0513127] [U005488]
----


Monitor intake/output, urine output, and daily weight, if appropriate [C0513483] [U005489]
----


Monitor intake/output, urine output, and patient weight, as appropriate [C0513484] [U005490]
----


Monitor intracellular shifts causing decreasing serum potassium levels (e.g., metabolic alkalosis; dietary, especially carbohydrate, intake; and administration of insulin), as appropriate [C0513485] [U005491]
----


Monitor intrauterine pressure readings [C0513486] [U005492]
----


Monitor intravenous flow rate and intravenous site during infusion [C0513487] [U005493]
----


Monitor invasive hemodynamic parameters, as appropriate [C0513488] [U005494]
----


Monitor isolation techniques, as appropriate [C0513489] [U005495]
----


Monitor IV site for signs and symptoms of infiltration, phlebitis, and local infection [C0512953] [U004934]
----


Monitor IV site for signs of infiltration or infection, if appropriate [C0512954] [U004935]
----


Monitor lab values associated with hypernatremia (e.g., hyperchloremia and hyperglycemia), as appropriate [C0513490] [U005496]
----


Monitor lab values for changes in oxygenation or acid-base balance, as appropriate [C0513492] [U005498]
----


Monitor lab values for electrolytes, which may increase the risk of dysrrhythmias (e.g., serum potassium and magnesium), as appropriate [C0513493] [U005499]
----


Monitor lab values: serum and urine osmolality, sodium, and potassium levels [C0513494] [U005500]
----


Monitor labor progress closely, being alert to signs of abnormal labor progress [C0513495] [U005501]
----


Monitor laboratory results to detect possible catheter-induced infection [C0513498] [U005504]
----


Monitor laboratory values, especially Hgb and Hct levels, clotting profile, ABG and electrolyte levels, cultures, and chemistry profile [C0513499] [U005505]
----


Monitor lack of follow-through in goal attainment [C0513500] [U005506]
----


Monitor latex-free environment [C0513501] [U005507]
----


Monitor learning needs of the family [C0513502] [U005508]
----


Monitor legs and feet for edema [C0513503] [U005509]
----


Monitor letdown reflex [C0513504] [U005510]
----


Monitor level of awareness/sensory/motor function [C0513505] [U005511]
----


Monitor level of consciousness [C0513506] [U005512]
----


Monitor level of consciousness, cough reflex, gag reflex, and swallowing ability [C0513507] [U005513]
----


Monitor level of orientation [C0513508] [U005514]
----


Monitor level of responsibility that patient assumes [C0513509] [U005515]
----


Monitor level of sensory blockade at appropriate intervals and record on flow sheet [C0513510] [U005516]
----


Monitor levels of self-esteem over time, as appropriate [C0513511] [U005517]
----


Monitor lips, tongue, mucous membranes, tonsillar fossae, and gums for moisture, color, texture, presence of debris, and infection, using good lighting and a tongue blade [C0513512] [U005518]
----


Monitor liver function tests, if appropriate [C0513513] [U005519]
----


Monitor location and nature of discomfort or pain during movement/activity [C0513514] [U005520]
----


Monitor lochia for character, amount, odor, and presence of clots [C0513515] [U005521]
----


Monitor loss of bicarbonate through the GI tract (e.g., diarrhea, pancreatic fistula, small bowel fistula, and ileal conduit), as appropriate [C0513516] [U005522]
----


Monitor lung sounds [C0513517] [U005523]
----


Monitor lymphocyte and electrolyte levels [C0513518] [U005524]
----


Monitor male newborn's response to circumcision [C0513519] [U005525]
----


Monitor maternal and fetal vital signs before induction [C0513520] [U005526]
----


Monitor maternal color, level of consciousness, and pain [C0513521] [U005527]
----


Monitor maternal skill with latching infant to the nipple [C0513522] [U005528]
----


Monitor maternal vital signs [C0513523] [U005529]
----


Monitor maternal vital signs between contractions, per protocol or as needed [C0513524] [U005530]
----


Monitor maternal vital signs every 15 minutes or more frequently, as appropriate [C0513525] [U005531]
----


Monitor maternal vital signs, as needed, based on amount of blood loss [C0513526] [U005532]
----


Monitor maternal vital signs, fetal heart rate, and uterine activity every 15 min during initiation of IV tocolysis [C0513527] [U005533]
----


Monitor mechanical ventilator readings, noting increases in inspiratory pressures and decreases in tidal volume, as appropriate [C0513529] [U005535]
----


Monitor mechanical ventilator settings for high-minute ventilation (e.g., rate, mode, and tidal volume), as appropriate [C0513530] [U005536]
----


Monitor mood changes [C0513531] [U005537]
----


Monitor mucous membranes, skin turgor, and thirst [C0513532] [U005538]
----


Monitor muscle tone, motor movement, gait, and proprioception [C0513533] [U005539]
----


Monitor nails for any changes [C0513534] [U005540]
----


Monitor neurological functioning [C0513535] [U005541]
----


Monitor neurological status [C0513538] [U005544]
----


Monitor neurological status closely and compare to baseline [C0513539] [U005546]
----


Monitor neurological status for possible head or spinal injuries [C0513540] [U005547]
----


Monitor neurological status on an ongoing basis [C0513541] [U005548]
----


Monitor new parent's reactions to infant, observing for feelings of disgust, fear, or unrealistic expectations [C0513542] [U005549]
----


Monitor new parents' reactions to their infant, observing for feelings of disgust, fear, or disappointment in gender [C0513543] [U005550]
----


Monitor newborn's color [C0513544] [U005551]
----


Monitor newborn's first feeding [C0513545] [U005552]
----


Monitor newborn's temperature until stabilized [C0513546] [U005553]
----


Monitor newborn's temperature, until stabilized [C0513546] [U005554]
----


Monitor newborn's weight [C0513547] [U005555]
----


Monitor nutrition and weight [C0513548] [U005556]
----


Monitor nutrition status [C0513549] [U005557]
----


Monitor nutritional status, as appropriate [C0513549] [U005561]
----


Monitor nutritional status [C0513549] [U005559]
----


Monitor nutritional intake to ensure adequate energy resources [C0513550] [U005558]
----


Monitor nutritional status and weight [C0513551] [U005560]
----


Monitor or assist with cleaning of nails, according to patient's self-care ability [C0513552] [U005562]
----


Monitor or assist with trimming of nails, according to self-care ability [C0513553] [U005563]
----


Monitor oral mucosa on a regular basis [C0513554] [U005564]
----


Monitor orthostatic blood pressure and change in cardiac rhythm, as appropriate [C0513555] [U005565]
----


Monitor orthostatic blood pressure and pulse before the first attempt at ambulation [C0513556] [U005566]
----


Monitor orthostatic blood pressure and pulse, as indicated [C0513557] [U005567]
----


Monitor oxygen equipment to ensure that it is not interfering with the patient's attempts to breathe [C0513560] [U005570]
----


Monitor oxygen saturation, as appropriate [C0513561] [U005571]
----


Monitor oxygen status [C0513562] [U005572]
----


Monitor oxygenation [C0513563] [U005573]
----


Monitor oxygenation and initiate measures to promote adequate oxygenation of vital organs [C0513564] [U005574]
----


Monitor P and BP [C0512955] [U004936]
----


Monitor pacemaker functioning, if appropriate [C0513565] [U005575]
----


Monitor pain [C0513566] [U005576]
----


Monitor pain level during labor [C0513567] [U005577]
----


Monitor parent-child interactions and record observations as appropriate [C0513572] [U005583]
----


Monitor parent-child interactions and record observations [C0513572] [U005582]
----


Monitor parent-infant interactions, noting behaviors thought to indicate attachment [C0513573] [U005584]
----


Monitor parent's adaptation to parenthood [C0513568] [U005578]
----


Monitor parent's emotional reaction to kangaroo care [C0513569] [U005579]
----


Monitor parent's self-perception as a parent [C0513570] [U005580]
----


Monitor parent's skill in recognizing the infant's physiological needs [C0513571] [U005581]
----


Monitor parent/child interactions during feeding, as appropriate [C0513574] [U005585]
----


Monitor participation in fatigue-producing activities during wakefulness to prevent overtiredness [C0513575] [U005586]
----


Monitor patency of catheter, noting any difficulty in drainage [C0513576] [U005587]
----


Monitor patency of chest tube by stripping and milking tube [C0513577] [U005588]
----


Monitor patient after procedure, as appropriate [C0513578] [U005589]
----


Monitor patient and line for complications [C0513579] [U005590]
----


Monitor patient and system frequently during retrieval [C0513580] [U005591]
----


Monitor patient at risk for increasing calcium levels due to bone resorption (e.g., spinal cord injury, solid tumor, and renal transplant), as appropriate [C0513581] [U005592]
----


Monitor patient-caretaker interactions and record observations [C0513654] [U005666]
----


Monitor patient continuously during use and on deflation of tourniquet [C0513582] [U005593]
----


Monitor patient every shift for dryness of the oral mucosa [C0513584] [U005595]
----


Monitor patient for adverse effects, toxicity, and interactions of the administered medications [C0513585] [U005596]
----


Monitor patient for allergic reactions to new medications, formulas, foods, and/or test dyes [C0513586] [U005597]
----


Monitor patient for alterations in physical or cognitive function that might lead to unsafe behavior [C0513587] [U005598]
----


Monitor patient for anorexia, nausea, vomiting, changes in taste, esophagitis, and diarrhea, as appropriate [C0513588] [U005599]
----


Monitor patient for anxiety [C0513589] [U005600]
----


Monitor patient for behaviors related to eating, weight loss, and weight gain [C0513590] [U005601]
----


Monitor patient for bleeding and cramping [C0513591] [U005602]
----


Monitor patient for evidence of excess physical and emotional fatigue [C0513592] [U005603]
----


Monitor patient for medication side effects and desired behavioral outcomes [C0513594] [U005605]
----


Monitor patient for medication side effects and desired outcomes [C0513595] [U005606]
----


Monitor patient for medication side effects and desired therapeutic effects [C0513596] [U005607]
----


Monitor patient for medication side effects and impact on mood [C0513597] [U005608]
----


Monitor patient for occurrence/nonoccurrence of the desired behaviors [C0513598] [U005609]
----


Monitor patient for possible aspiration, as appropriate [C0513599] [U005610]
----


Monitor patient for potential injury [C0513600] [U005611]
----


Monitor patient for self-harmful impulses that may progress to suicidal thoughts/gestures [C0513601] [U005612]
----


Monitor patient for signs and symptoms of a systemic reaction [C0513602] [U005613]
----


Monitor patient for the therapeutic effect of the medication [C0513603] [U005614]
----


Monitor patient for therapeutic effects, adverse effects, drug toxicity, and drug interactions [C0513604] [U005615]
----


Monitor patient on digitalis for toxicity resulting from hypokalemia associated with metabolic alkalosis, as appropriate [C0513605] [U005616]
----


Monitor patient response and discontinue humor strategy, if ineffective [C0513606] [U005617]
----


Monitor patient response to fluid challenge [C0513607] [U005618]
----


Monitor patient's ability for independent self-care [C0513614] [U005625]
----


Monitor patient's ability to cough effectively [C0513615] [U005626]
----


Monitor patient's ability to do self-care activities [C0513616] [U005627]
----


Monitor patient's ability to dress self [C0513617] [U005628]
----


Monitor patient's ability to tolerate removal of oxygen while eating [C0513618] [U005629]
----


Monitor patient's ability to verbalize feelings [C0513619] [U005630]
----


Monitor patient's and family members' response to presence of external drainage devices [C0513620] [U005631]
----


Monitor patient's and family's satisfaction with care [C0513621] [U005632]
----


Monitor patient's anxiety related to need for oxygen therapy [C0513622] [U005633]
----


Monitor patient's behavior during therapy [C0513623] [U005634]
----


Monitor patient's emotional response when placed in situations that involve food and eating [C0513624] [U005635]
----


Monitor patient's emotional, cardiovascular, and functional responses to exercise protocol [C0513625] [U005636]
----


Monitor patient's gait and weight distribution on feet [C0513626] [U005637]
----


Monitor patient's hemodynamic response to dialysis, as appropriate [C0513627] [U005638]
----


Monitor patient's hemodynamic response to dialysis, as patient [C0513628] [U005639]
----


Monitor patient's ICP and neurological response to care activities [C0513613] [U005624]
----


Monitor patient's mobility and activity [C0513629] [U005640]
----


Monitor patient's mood for response to ECT or phototherapy [C0513630] [U005641]
----


Monitor patient's need for adaptive devices for personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating [C0513631] [U005642]
----


Monitor patient's nonverbal messages [C0513632] [U005643]
----


Monitor patient's oxygen response (e.g., pulse rate, cardiac rhythm, and respiratory rate) to self-care or nursing activities [C0513633] [U005644]
----


Monitor patient's oxygen status (SaO2 and SvO2 levels) and hemodynamic status (MAP level and cardiac rhythms) immediately before, during, and after suctioning [C0513634] [U005645]
----


Monitor patient's pain before and after catheter insertion, as appropriate [C0513635] [U005646]
----


Monitor patient's position intraoperatively [C0513636] [U005647]
----


Monitor patient's progress on current ventilator settings and make appropriate changes as ordered [C0513637] [U005648]
----


Monitor patient's prothrombin time (PT) and partial thromboplastin time (PTT) to keep 1 to 2 times normal, as appropriate [C0513638] [U005649]
----


Monitor patient's prothrombin time (PT) and partial thromboplastin time (PTT) to keep 1 to 2 times normal, as appropriate [C0513638] [U005650]
----


Monitor patient's respiratory secretions [C0513639] [U005651]
----


Monitor patient's response to antiarrhythmic medications [C0513640] [U005652]
----


Monitor patient's response to balance exercises [C0513641] [U005653]
----


Monitor patient's response to exercise program [C0513642] [U005654]
----


Monitor patient's response to family visitation [C0513643] [U005655]
----


Monitor patient's response to prescribed electrolyte therapy [C0513644] [U005656]
----


Monitor patient's response to removal of restraints [C0513645] [U005657]
----


Monitor patient's response to research protocol [C0513646] [U005658]
----


Monitor patient's self-exercise for correct performance [C0513647] [U005659]
----


Monitor patient's sleep pattern, and note physical (e.g., sleep apnea, obstructed airway, pain/discomfort, and urinary frequency) and/or psychological (e.g., fear or anxiety) circumstances that interrupt sleep [C0513648] [U005660]
----


Monitor patient's statements of self-worth [C0513649] [U005661]
----


Monitor patient's temperature, using a low-recording thermometer if necessary [C0513650] [U005662]
----


Monitor patient's tongue movements while eating [C0513651] [U005663]
----


Monitor patient's use of crutches or other walking aids [C0513652] [U005664]
----


Monitor patient's weight change before and after dialysis, if appropriate [C0513653] [U005665]
----


Monitor patient satisfaction with pain management at specified intervals [C0513608] [U005619]
----


Monitor patient status during procedure [C0513609] [U005620]
----


Monitor patient to determine need for PRN medications, as appropriate [C0513610] [U005621]
----


Monitor patient tolerance via SaO2, respiratory rhythm and rate, cardiac rhythm and rate, and comfort levels [C0513611] [U005622]
----


Monitor patient weight on routine basis [C0513612] [U005623]
----


Monitor patients' response when they learn about own genetic risk factors [C0513655] [U005667]
----


Monitor PAWP and PAP [C0512956] [U004937]
----


Monitor peak airway pressure (for airway clearance, signs of pneumothorax, airway occlusion, and airway malpositioning), if available [C0513656] [U005668]
----


Monitor peripheral perfusion [C0513657] [U005669]
----


Monitor peripheral perfusion distal to catheter insertion site every 4 hr or as appropriate [C0513658] [U005670]
----


Monitor peripheral pulses, capillary refill, and temperature and color of extremities [C0513659] [U005671]
----


Monitor PFT values, particularly vital capacity, maximal inspiratory force, forced expiratory volume in 1 second (VEV1), and FEV1/FVC, as available [C0512957] [U004938]
----


Monitor physical and mental capacities to participate in recreational activities [C0513660] [U005672]
----


Monitor physical and psychosocial status closely throughout pregnancy [C0513661] [U005673]
----


Monitor physical status of patient [C0513663] [U005675]
----


Monitor physiological parameters (vital signs and electrolyte levels), as needed [C0513664] [U005678]
----


Monitor pin insertion sites [C0513665] [U005679]
----


Monitor position of oxygen delivery device [C0513666] [U005680]
----


Monitor positioning and traction devices, as appropriate [C0513667] [U005681]
----


Monitor possible sources of fluid loss: chest tube, wound, and nasogastric drainage; diarrhea; vomiting; and increasing abdominal and extremity girth [C0513668] [U005682]
----


Monitor postictal period duration and characteristics [C0513669] [U005683]
----


Monitor potassium levels after diuresis [C0513670] [U005684]
----


Monitor potential for inappropriate aggression and intervene before its expression [C0513671] [U005685]
----


Monitor prescribed medication regimen, as appropriate [C0513673] [U005687]
----


Monitor presence and quality of pulses [C0513674] [U005688]
----


Monitor pressure tubing for bubbles [C0513675] [U005689]
----


Monitor progress of granulating tissue [C0513676] [U005690]
----


Monitor prothrombin (PT) and partial thromboplastin (PTT) times, if using hetastarch as a volume expander [C0513678] [U005692]
----


Monitor psychosocial adjustment of patient and family during pregnancy [C0513679] [U005693]
----


Monitor psychosocial status of family [C0513680] [U005694]
----


Monitor pulmonary artery and systemic arterial waveforms; if dampening occurs, check tubing for kinks or air bubbles, check connections, aspirate clot from tip of catheter, gently flush system, or assist with repositioning of catheter [C0513681] [U005695]
----


Monitor pulmonary artery tracing for spontaneous wedge of catheter, if appropriate [C0513682] [U005696]
----


Monitor pulmonary capillary/artery wedge pressure and central venous/right-atrial pressure, if appropriate [C0513683] [U005697]
----


Monitor pulmonary status [C0513685] [U005699]
----


Monitor pulse oximetry [C0513686] [U005700]
----


Monitor pulses distal to bleeding site [C0513687] [U005701]
----


Monitor pupillary size, shape, symmetry, and reactivity [C0513688] [U005702]
----


Monitor pushing progress, fetal descent, fetal heart rate, and maternal vital signs, per protocol [C0513689] [U005703]
----


Monitor quality and number of respirations [C0513690] [U005704]
----


Monitor quality of employee's relationships with other health care providers [C0513691] [U005705]
----


Monitor quality of work performance [C0513692] [U005706]
----


Monitor rate, rhythm, depth, and effort of respirations [C0513693] [U005707]
----


Monitor readiness for discharge [C0513694] [U005708]
----


Monitor recent memory, attention span, past memory, mood, affect, and behaviors [C0513695] [U005709]
----


Monitor recorded intake for nutritional content and calories [C0513696] [U005710]
----


Monitor relationships among family members [C0513697] [U005711]
----


Monitor renal cause(s) of decreasing serum potassium levels (e.g., diuretics, diuresis, metabolic alkalosis, and potassium-losing nephritis), as appropriate [C0513698] [U005712]
----


Monitor renal failure resulting in increasing serum phosphate levels [C0513699] [U005713]
----


Monitor renal function (e.g., BUN and CR levels), if appropriate [C0513700] [U005714]
----


Monitor renal function (e.g., BUN and Cr levels), if appropriate [C0513700] [U005715]
----


Monitor renal function during parental phosphate supplementations, as appropriate [C0513701] [U005716]
----


Monitor renal functions, EKG, and serum potassium levels during replacement, as appropriate [C0513702] [U005717]
----


Monitor respirations [C0199438] [U005719]
----


Monitor respiratory and oxygenation status, as appropriate [C0513704] [U005721]
----


Monitor respiratory and oxygenation status [C0513704] [U005720]
----


Monitor respiratory pattern [C0513705] [U005722]
----


Monitor respiratory rate and breathing pattern [C0513707] [U005724]
----


Monitor respiratory status [C0513709] [U005726]
----


Monitor respiratory status for symptoms of heart failure [C0513710] [U005728]
----


Monitor respiratory status, noting signs of respiratory distress: tachypnea, nasal flaring, grunting, retractions, rhonchi, or rales [C0513711] [U005729]
----


Monitor respiratory status: ABG Levels, pulse oximetry, depth, pattern, rate, and effort [C0513712] [U005730]
----


Monitor respiratory status: rate, rhythm, and depth of respirations; PaO2, pCO2, pH, and bicarbonate levels [C0513713] [U005731]
----


Monitor respiratory, cardiac, and neurological status [C0513714] [U005732]
----


Monitor response to medications [C0513715] [U005733]
----


Monitor response to stimuli: verbal, tactile, and noxious [C0513716] [U005734]
----


Monitor results of pulmonary function tests, particularly vital capacity, maximal inspiratory force, forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1), and FEV1/FVC, as appropriate [C0513717] [U005735]
----


Monitor return of sensorium and motor function [C0513718] [U005736]
----


Monitor returned peritoneal dialysate for indications of complications (e.g. infection, excessive bleeding, and clots), as appropriate [C0513719] [U005737]
----


Monitor room temperature [C0513720] [U005738]
----


Monitor safe food preparation [C0513721] [U005739]
----


Monitor safety of infant's environment [C0513722] [U005740]
----


Monitor scalp daily [C0513723] [U005741]
----


Monitor seclusion area for temperature, cleanliness, and safety [C0513724] [U005742]
----


Monitor self-care ability [C0513725] [U005743]
----


Monitor self-care ability while in orthosis collar/bracing device [C0513726] [U005744]
----


Monitor self-care ability while in traction [C0513727] [U005745]
----


Monitor sense of smell [C0513728] [U005746]
----


Monitor sensorium and cognitive abilities [C0513729] [U005747]
----


Monitor sequential test results for trends or gross changes [C0513730] [U005748]
----


Monitor serum albumin and total protein levels, as indicated [C0513731] [U005750]
----


Monitor serum albumin and total protein levels [C0513731] [U005749]
----


Monitor serum albumin and total protein levels, if available [C0513732] [U005751]
----


Monitor serum albumin, lymphocyte, and electrolyte levels [C0513733] [U005752]
----


Monitor serum albumin, total protein, electrolyte, and glucose levels and chemistry profile [C0513734] [U005753]
----


Monitor serum and urine electrolyte values, as appropriate [C0513735] [U005754]
----


Monitor serum and urine osmolality levels [C0513736] [U005755]
----


Monitor serum bilirubin levels, per protocol or practitioner request [C0513737] [U005756]
----


Monitor serum electrolyte levels [C0513738] [U005757]
----


Monitor serum glucose and treat abnormal levels, as appropriate [C0513739] [U005758]
----


Monitor sharp/dull and/or hot/cold discrimination [C0513740] [U005759]
----


Monitor sharp/dull or hot/cold discrimination [C0513740] [U005760]
----


Monitor side effects of medication administration [C0513367] [U005762]
----


Monitor side effects of anticoagulant medications, if appropriate [C0513741] [U005761]
----


Monitor size and character of hematoma, if present [C0513742] [U005763]
----


Monitor skin and bony prominences for signs of skin breakdown [C0513743] [U005764]
----


Monitor skin and mucous membranes for areas of discoloration and bruising [C0513744] [U005765]
----


Monitor skin color [C0513745] [U005766]
----


Monitor skin color and temperature [C0513746] [U005767]
----


Monitor skin color, temperature, and moistness [C0513747] [U005768]
----


Monitor skin condition [C0513748] [U005769]
----


Monitor skin condition at restraint site(s) [C0513749] [U005770]
----


Monitor skin condition while bathing [C0513750] [U005771]
----


Monitor skin for areas of redness and breakdown [C0513751] [U005772]
----


Monitor skin for excessive dryness and moistness [C0513752] [U005773]
----


Monitor skin for rashes and abrasions [C0513753] [U005774]
----


Monitor skin in perianal area for irritation and ulceration [C0513754] [U005775]
----


Monitor skin integrity of nipples [C0513755] [U005776]
----


Monitor skin integrity under bracing device/orthosis collar [C0513756] [U005777]
----


Monitor skin integrity under supportive appliance [C0513757] [U005778]
----


Monitor skin temperature [C0513758] [U005779]
----


Monitor skin turgor, as appropriate [C0513759] [U005780]
----


Monitor skinfold measurements: triceps skinfold, midarm muscle circumference, and midarm circumference [C0513761] [U005782]
----


Monitor skin, especially over body prominences, for signs of pressure or irritation [C0513760] [U005781]
----


Monitor speech characteristics: fluency, presence of aphasias, or word-finding difficulty [C0513762] [U005783]
----


Monitor spinal/epidural anesthesic level [C0513763] [U005784]
----


Monitor status of episiotomy for redness, edema, ecchymosis, discharge, and approximation [C0513764] [U005785]
----


Monitor status of known health risks [C0513765] [U005786]
----


Monitor status of rectal prolapse [C0513766] [U005787]
----


Monitor sterile field for break-in sterility and correct breaks, as indicated [C0513767] [U005788]
----


Monitor stoma/surrounding tissue healing and adaptation to ostomy equipment [C0513768] [U005789]
----


Monitor sweating patterns [C0513769] [U005790]
----


Monitor systemic and pulmonary vascular resistance, as appropriate [C0513770] [U005791]
----


Monitor technique of staff who perform intermittent catheterization in day care/school settings and document as required by state regulations [C0513771] [U005792]
----


Monitor teeth for color, shine, and presence of debris [C0513772] [U005793]
----


Monitor temperature and WBC count [C0513773] [U005794]
----


Monitor temperature and respiratory status [C0513774] [U005795]
----


Monitor temperature as frequently as is appropriate [C0513775] [U005796]
----


Monitor temperature at least every 2 hr, as appropriate [C0513776] [U005797]
----


Monitor temperature closely to prevent treatment-induced hypothermia [C0513777] [U005798]
----


Monitor temperature, blood pressure, respirations, pulse, and level of consciousness at appropriate intervals and record on flow sheet [C0513778] [U005799]
----


Monitor the amount and nature of blood loss [C0513779] [U005800]
----


Monitor the amount and type of wound drainage present with each dressing change [C0513780] [U005801]
----


Monitor the amount of bleeding into the oropharynx [C0513781] [U005802]
----


Monitor the device regularly to ensure proper functioning [C0513782] [U005803]
----


Monitor the effect of equipment use on the physiological, psychological, and social functioning of the patient and family [C0513783] [U005804]
----


Monitor the effectiveness of measures to control nausea and vomiting [C0513784] [U005805]
----


Monitor the effectiveness of mechanical ventilation on patient's physiological and psychological status [C0513785] [U005806]
----


Monitor the effectiveness of oxygen therapy, if appropriate [C0513786] [U005807]
----


Monitor the effects of position change on oxygenation: ABG, SaO2, SvO2, end-tidal CO2, Qsp/Qt, A-aDO2 levels [C0513787] [U005808]
----


Monitor the environment for changes in safety status [C0513788] [U005809]
----


Monitor the healing process in the incision site [C0513789] [U005810]
----


Monitor the oxygen liter flow [C0513790] [U005811]
----


Monitor the patient closely for hemorrhage [C0513791] [U005812]
----


Monitor the patient's nutritional status [C0513549] [U005819]
----


Monitor the patient's EKG, as appropriate [C0513793] [U005814]
----


Monitor the patient's activity tolerance [C0513794] [U005815]
----


Monitor the patient's emotional state [C0513795] [U005816]
----


Monitor the patient's level of consciousness and vital signs, as per agency protocol [C0513796] [U005817]
----


Monitor the patient's level of orientation/confusion [C0513797] [U005818]
----


Monitor the patient's response to procedure [C0513798] [U005820]
----


Monitor the physiological and mental status of the patient immediately after ECT [C0513800] [U005822]
----


Monitor the safety of items being brought to the environment by visitors [C0513801] [U005823]
----


Monitor the serum level of electrolytes [C0513738] [U005824]
----


Monitor tissue perfusion, as appropriate [C0513802] [U005825]
----


Monitor to ensure that patient is free of significant infection before weaning [C0513803] [U005826]
----


Monitor tolerance to diet progression [C0513804] [U005827]
----


Monitor tolerance to ingestion of ice chips and water [C0513805] [U005828]
----


Monitor tongue protrusion [C0513806] [U005829]
----


Monitor tourniquet equipment and pressure continuously when used for an IV block [C0513807] [U005830]
----


Monitor traction device setup [C0513808] [U005831]
----


Monitor traction devices for proper setup [C0513809] [U005832]
----


Monitor traction pin insertion site [C0513810] [U005833]
----


Monitor trend of Glascow Coma Scale [C0513811] [U005834]
----


Monitor trends in magnesium levels, as available [C0513813] [U005836]
----


Monitor trends in serum levels of calcium (e.g., ionized calcium), as available [C0513814] [U005837]
----


Monitor trends in weight loss and gain [C0513815] [U005838]
----


Monitor type and amount of usual exercise [C0513816] [U005839]
----


Monitor umbilical cord [C0513817] [U005840]
----


Monitor urinary output [C0513819] [U005843]
----


Monitor urine glucose and protein levels [C0513820] [U005844]
----


Monitor urine glucose for glycosuria, acetone, and protein [C0513821] [U005845]
----


Monitor urine ketones, as indicated [C0513822] [U005846]
----


Monitor urine output every hour [C0513823] [U005847]
----


Monitor use of nonprescription agents with anticholinergic or alpha agonist properties [C0513824] [U005848]
----


Monitor venous access device, as appropriate [C0513825] [U005850]
----


Monitor ventilator pressure readings and breath sounds [C0513826] [U005851]
----


Monitor vital signs [C0150404] [U005852]
Collection and analysis of cardiovascular, respiratory, and body temperature data to determine and prevent complications


Monitor vital signs and laboratory values before medication administration, as appropriate [C0513827] [U005854]
----


Monitor vital signs before and after administering narcotic analgesics with first-time dose or if unusual signs are noted [C0513828] [U005855]
----


Monitor vital signs during withdrawal [C0513829] [U005856]
----


Monitor vital signs frequently [C0513830] [U005857]
----


Monitor vital signs, as appropriate [C0513831] [U005858]
----


Monitor vital signs, per protocol or as needed [C0513832] [U005860]
----


Monitor vital signs, respiratory and circulatory adequacy, response to anesthesia and other physiological parameters; measure and evaluate appropriate lab values [C0513833] [U005861]
----


Monitor vital signs: temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations [C0150404] [U005862]
Collection and analysis of cardiovascular, respiratory, and body temperature data to determine and prevent complications


Monitor volume pressure indices [C0513834] [U005863]
----


Monitor vulnerability to infection [C0513835] [U005864]
----


Monitor WBC, Hgb, and Hct values [C0512958] [U004939]
----


Monitor weight [C0513836] [U005865]
----


Monitor weight gain during pregnancy [C0513837] [U005866]
----


Monitor whether patient can look at the changed body part [C0513838] [U005867]
----


Monitor wound healing at incision site [C0513840] [U005869]
----


Monitor x-ray reports for tube position [C0513841] [U005870]
----


Monitor/record patient's sleep pattern and number of sleep hours [C0513842] [U005871]
----


Move hands slowly and steadily over patient [C0513843] [U005872]
----


Move infant's tongue rhythmically with the pacifier, if needed, to encourage sucking [C0513844] [U005873]
----


Move patient to a safe location, as appropriate [C0513845] [U005874]
----


Move patient using a transfer board, as necessary [C0513846] [U005875]
----


Move the group to the working stage as quickly as possible [C0513847] [U005876]
----


Move the injured extremity as little as possible [C0513848] [U005877]
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