The patient is being well supported with a positive-pressure mechanical ventilator. Because of the mechanism of action of this type of ventilator, what common complication does the nurse watch for?
A) Diminished cardiac output
B) Increased somnolence
C) Deep venous thrombosis
D) Reduced patient control
A
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The nurse is teaching parents how to prevent a sickle-cell crisis in the child with sickle-cell disease. Which of the following are precipitating factors that could contribute to a sickle-cell crisis? Select all that apply
1. Fever 2. Dehydration 3. Regular exercise 4. Altitude 5. Increased fluid intake
A patient is admitted to the emergency department complaining of sudden onset shortness of breath and is diagnosed with a possible pulmonary embolus. How should the nurse prepare the patient for diagnostic testing to confirm the diagnosis?
a. Start an IV so contrast media may be given. b. Ensure that the patient has been NPO for at least 6 hours. c. Inform radiology that radioactive glucose preparation is needed. d. Instruct the patient to undress to the waist and remove any metal objects.
List four methods of enabling that the nursing assistant should avoid.
What will be an ideal response?
When do coronary arteries primarily receive blood flow?
a. During inspiration b. During diastolic c. During expiration d. During systole