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PROPHECY SURGICAL ICU EXAM A V3
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PROPHECY SURGICAL ICU EXAM A V3Please interpret the acid-base abnormality: pH = 7.56, PaCO2 = 24 mm Hg, HCO3 = 23
mEq/L - Answers -Respiratory Alkalosis
Manifestations of DKA are the results of severe dehydration and acidosis. One of those
manifestations is Kussmaul's respirations. This compensatory response does what? -
Answers -Causes increased rate and depth of respirations, with longer expiration
An adult woman is admitted with metabolic acidosis. Which set of ABG's would the
nurse find? - Answers -pH = 7.30
PCO2 = 36
HCO3 = 18
Regarding a patient's blood transfusion, which information about patient observation is
CORRECT? - Answers -Direct observation and vital signs during initiation and at
frequent intervals during the transfusion
Which of the following is INCORRECT regarding TPN administration? - Answers -It can
be given through a peripheral IV.
Which complication is most likely to occurr if excessive force or a small (3mL) syringe is
used during a normal saline flush into a PICC line? - Answers -Catheter Rupture
A patient with a spinal cord injury is given a large dose of Solu-Medrol and should be
monitored for what? - Answers -Hyperglycemia
The dosage of which drug must be tapered off slowly to prevent an acute adrenal
insufficiency? - Answers -Cortisone
What is the general acceptable output of urine per hour in adults? - Answers -30 mL/hr
Which of the following facts about identification of Ventricular Fibrillation (VF) is true? -
Answers -Artifact signals displayed on the monitor can look like VF
PEEP may: - Answers -Decrease venous return and decrease cardiac output
Which of the following rhythms is an appropriate indication for transcutaneous cardiac
pacing? - Answers -Complete heart block with pulmonary edema
Which medication is administered for treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke? - Answers -
Activase (alteplase TPA)
Manifestation of hypothyroidism or myxedema would include: - Answers -Fluid
retention/edema, weight gain, constipation, and bradycardia
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