The patient is experiencing a ventilation–perfusion mismatch and compromised gas exchange. Correcting ventilation–perfusion mismatch entails what actions?
A) Decreasing anatomic dead space with intubation
B) Decreasing alveolar dead space with positive-pressure ventilation
C) Increasing alveolar perfusion with platelet therapy
D) Increasing apex ventilation with high tidal volumes
B
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a. feeding b. clerical work c. ambulating d. minor health counseling
Write 9 as whole number. Indicate the implied decimal place with a decimal point
What will be an ideal response?
An increased risk of Reye's syndrome is the reason why there is the recommendation that aspirin should not be taken
A. by elderly individuals B. by individuals under the age of twenty C. by individuals undergoing surgery D. by individuals trying to prevent heart attacks
A nursing student is preparing to take the NCLEX-PNÆ and has a hectic schedule that changes frequently. The student works with computers at the hospital. Which review material has the potential to be the most effective for the student?
A) The online review written by seasoned nursing educators using the most recent NCLEX-PNÆ test plan offering self-paced study plans, access to live help 24 hours/day, computerized adaptive testing, full-length study materials, and quizzes B) A local review provided over a week, which is highly recommended by the hospital that the student is employed offering a review book, computerized testing software, and a money back guarantee if the nurse fails the examination C) Free videos online reviewing content for the NCLEX-PNÆ, which may be downloaded into an audio format that the student could listen to while exercising or driving, and a list of Web sites offering free practice questions and rationales D) A review book not cross-referenced to nursing texts from a reputable publisher written by seasoned nursing educators using the most recent NCLEX-PNÆ test plan with a CD containing practice questions in the various question formats and rationales for all answers