A patient is diagnosed with cardiogenic shock. The patient is noted with crackles through the lung fields. What medication will be administered along with beta-adrenergic agents?
A) Antimicrobials
B) Antifungals
C) Diuretics
D) Antihypertensives
C
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A patient has a diagnosis of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and was admitted 24 hours ago for treatment. Which of the following principles should the nurse integrate into the planning of this patient's care?
A) The patient will benefit from early ambulation. B) Normal levels of activity should be resumed as soon as possible to reduce the risk of complications. C) The patient will need to avoid a heart rate of 75 beats per minute or more for several months. D) The patient will benefit from bed rest in the short term, and activity should be introduced slowly.
A male patient with a metastatic brain tumor has a generalized seizure. He is vomiting. The family calls for the nurse. What should the nurse do first?
A) Obtain supplies to suction. B) Page or call the physician. C) Insert a wooden tongue blade into his mouth. D) Turn him on his side.
Which of the following are causes of metabolic acidosis? (Select all that apply.)
a. diarrhea b. diabetes c. renal disease d. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) e. pulmonary emboli f. lactic acidosis g. atelectasis
You tear a glove while performing a task. You should:
a. Complete the task before removing the gloves b. Ask the nurse what to do c. Remove the gloves, practice hand hygiene, and put on a new pair d. Remove the glove and put on a new one