The nurse is suctioning the adult client's airway using a closed system. Which suction pressure is appropriate for the nurse to use?
1. Up to 60 mmHg
2. Up to 80 mmHg
3. Up to 100 mmHg
4. Up to 120 mmHg
Correct Answer: 4
The proper suction pressure for an adult when using a closed system would be no higher than 120 mmHg.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is assessing the respiratory status of a client admitted a few days ago for pneumonia. Which type of assessment is the nurse completing?
1. An admission assessment 2. A focused assessment 3. Care management 4. Communication
The nurse is collecting subjective information about a client's self-esteem. Which question should the nurse use to make this assessment?
1. "What are the most important things in your life?" 2. "Are you able to do the things you like to do?" 3. "What things would you change about who you are?" 4. "What do you like about your body?"
Which type of IRB review is required for research involving vulnerable populations or when there are substantial risks to participants?
a. Special review b. Full review c. Expanded review d. Expedited review
While A.G. is on the way, you secure the hospital's interpreter service on the telephone. A.G.arrives on your unit with her grandson. You admit A.G. to her room and introduce yourselfas her nurse
As her grandson introduces her, she pats your hand. You know that you need to complete a physical examination and take a history. What will you do first?