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Med Surg II- Exam 3- Asthma, PE, Chest Tubes, Chest Trauma And Vent Sherpath Latest Update
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Med Surg II- Exam 3- Asthma, PE, ChestTubes, Chest Trauma And Vent Sherpath
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A patient with asthma has been taking low-dose inhaled corticosteroids along with
long-acting B2-agonists for three months and shows signs of inadequate control. Which
treatment would the nurse expect to incorporate into the plan of care?
1. Leukotriene receptor antagonist
2. Short-acting B2-agonist as needed
3. Medium-dose inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting B2-agonist
4. High-dose inhaled corticosteroids, long-acting B2-agonist, and oral corticosteroids -
Answer 3
Which medication or therapy would the nurse administer to a patient who is having
acute tachypnea, dyspnea, tachycardia, and decreased oxygen saturation following a
major orthopedic procedure? Select all that apply.
1. Lidocaine
2. Oxygen therapy
3. Bronchodilators
4. Anticoagulant therapy
5. Skeletal muscle relaxant - Answer 2, 4
Which chest injury is depicted in the accompanying image, as it occurs during patient
inspiration?
1. Flail chest
2. Cardiac tamponade
3. Iatrogenic pneumothorax
4. Traumatic pneumothorax - Answer 1
Which immediate action does the nurse take when discovering that a patients chest
tube is disconnected from the chest drainage unite (CDU)?
1. Apply a clamp to the distal end of the chest tube.
2. Place in a supine position
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