You need to call the physician regarding D.W.'s status. Using SBAR, what would you report to
the physician?
What will be an ideal response?
You would first need to identify yourself and the patient. Then describe the situation, focusing
on the BP of 80/43 and heart rate of 118 . State how much time has elapsed since the conclusion
of plasmapheresis and review her current status, stating that she complains of dizziness and is
diaphoretic. Review pertinent negative findings, including the absence of paresthesias, nausea,
vomiting, muscle twitching, and headache. You would conclude your remarks with the belief that
hypovolemia is present and volume replacement is needed.
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1. acetylcholine. 2. epinephrine. 3. serotonin. 4. histamine.
The nurse is administering dopamine to the patient to treat the shock syndrome. The expected action of this drug is as:
1. an alpha-adrenergic agonist. 2. a beta-adrenergic agonist. 3. an alpha- and beta-adrenergic agonist. 4. an inotropic agent.
Which client is at the greatest risk for developing an acid–base imbalance or electrolyte disorder?
1. A client who has a gastrostomy tube 2. 18-month-old who has had watery stools for 3 days 3. 70-year-old with constipation 4. 27-year-old with a 24-hour history of nausea and vomiting
A client is in preterm labor. Which medication does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed to slow uterine contractions?
1. Oxytocin (Pitocin) 2. Dinoprostone (Cervidil) 3. Nifedipine (Procardia) 4. Estrogen conjugated (Cenestin)