Which structure(s) in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) release inflammatory mediators such as proteolytic enzymes, oxygen-free radicals, prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and platelet-activating factor?
a. Complement cascade
b. Mast cells
c. Macrophages
d. Neutrophils
Answer: d. Neutrophils
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A) Prostate function and location B) BPH diet C) Surgical approaches to treatment D) Pharmacologic approaches to treatment E) Permanent urinary catheterization
The nurse is caring for a patient with hyperparathyroidism. What level of activity would the nurse expect to promote?
A) Complete bed rest B) Bed rest with bathroom privileges C) Out of bed (OOB) to the chair twice a day D) Ambulation and activity as tolerated
A patient has a normal QRS complex on an electrocardiogram, which is followed by the P wave. Heart rate is 80 beats per minute and regular and the patient has no complaints. What nursing action is indicated?
1. Document presence of atrial escape rhythm. 2. Review the patient's medication history. 3. STAT page the patient's healthcare provider. 4. Notify the nurse manager that it may become necessary to call the rapid response team.
While working at a hospital, a fire begins in the break room. A nurse immediately removes patients from the room adjacent to the break room and sounds the fire alarm. Next, the nurse should
1. Call the fire department. 2. Obtain a fire extinguisher. 3. Confine the fire to one area. 4. Open all of the doors in the immediate area.