RELIAS MEDICAL SURGICAL-TELEMETRY EXAM {350 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS}(DETAILED ANSWERS)|GRADED A+
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RELIAS MEDICAL SURGICAL-TELEMETRY EXAM {350 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS}(DETAILED ANSWERS)|GRADED A+
1.2 milligrams is equal to how many micrograms? - 1200 mcg
Your post-op patient has a Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain in place. How do
you ensure effective drain function? - CORRECT ANSWER Compres...
RELIAS MEDICAL SURGICAL-TELEMETRY EXAM {350 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS}(DETAILED ANSWERS)|GRADED A+
1.2 milligrams is equal to how many micrograms? - 1200 mcg
Your post-op patient has a Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain in place. How do
you ensure effective drain function? - CORRECT ANSWER Compress the
drain, then plug the bulb to establish suction
Your male patient complains of discomfort while inflating the balloon
during insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter. What would be the
MOST appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWER Deflate the balloon,
advance the catheter further, then reinflate the balloon
Your patient has symptomatic anemia but is refusing a blood
transfusion for religious reason. What is an appropriate response? -
CORRECT ANSWER Respect his wishes and notify the provider
Your patient is admitted with diverticulitis. What type of diet do you
expect to be ordered for the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER broth, jello,
soft fruit no skin,
Which adaptive equipment would be most appropriate to use for a
severely contracted patient who is unable to bear weight when
transferring from bed to chair - CORRECT ANSWER Patient Lift example
hoyer
What lab values are expected to be in a patient with end stage renal
disease on hemodialysis - CORRECT ANSWER BUN 32, CREATNINE 8.32
Your 85 year old patient with atrial fibrillation fell at home 3 days ago.
You notice she has been having several episodes of acute confusion
since being admitted to your unit. What is the most important order
,you should anticipate from the provider? You're? - CORRECT ANSWER
Hold wayfaring (coumadin) for the next 48 hours
Your new admission presents with a cough, unintentional weight loss,
frequent knot sweats, and bloody sputum. What type of isolation
precautions should you initiate, if any? - CORRECT ANSWER Airborne
precautions
Upon entering your patient's room you note that they are having a
seizure. What is your 1st action? - CORRECT ANSWER Position the patient
on their side to maintain the airway
You find your coworker looking through your patient's medical
record.. She States how is Mr. Smith doing? He is my best friend's
dad. We are so worried about him. What is the best course of action? -
CORRECT ANSWER Tell her you cannot give her information and report
her actions to your manager.
Your male patient complaints of discomfort while inflating the balloon
during insertion of a endwelling urinary catheter. What would be the
most appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWER Deflate the balloon,
advance the catheter further, then reinflate the balloon.
Your patient takes regular insulin and NPH twice A-day for glucose
control. What times should the patient be taught to be alert for signs
of hypoglycemia? - CORRECT ANSWER Is late afternoon and early morning
What is a proton pump inhibitor, such as pantoprazole (protonix) used
for? - CORRECT ANSWER Reduce gastric acid secretion
Your patient has a non productive cough and presence of secretions
in his tracheostomy. Prior to sectioning the patient, what should you
do 1st? - CORRECT ANSWER Hyperoxygenate patient
,dietary teaching for a patient with chronic renal failure should include
choices that are: - CORRECT ANSWER Low potassium, low protein,
moderate fat
Which of the following nursing diagnosis is most important for a
patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) - CORRECT
ANSWER Impaired gas exchange
Your patient is admitted from the ED with failure to thrive and
advanced dementia. You note he is extremely underweight, appears
unbathed for some time, and has a stage 4 pressure injury to his
coccyx. You were told in report that he lives at home with family
members. What should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER Notify the charge
nurse and social worker of your concerns.
You have a patient going for dialysis. There are medications include
Lisinopril(prinivil), ondansetron (zofran), famotidine(pepcid) and
atorvastatin(lipitor). Which medication would you possibly hold and
seek clarification? - CORRECT ANSWER LISINOPRIL(PRINIVIL)
What is the best indication of an acute neurological problem? - CORRECT
ANSWER Change in level of consciousness
Your patient is admitted with diverticulitis. What type of diet do you
expect to be ordered for the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER Clear liquids
Which tool should you use to assess pain in your 80 year old patient
with severe dementia? - CORRECT ANSWER ?
Your post op patient has a Jackson - Pratt drain in place. how do you
ensure effective drain function? - CORRECT ANSWER Compress the drain,
then plug the bulb to establish suction.
Is a patient with peritonitis Presents with tachycardia, hypotension ,
and dehydration. What other assessment finding would you anticipate
, as part of your physical assessment? - CORRECT ANSWER Severe
abdominal pain or rebound tenderness
Your patient with a known history of diabetes is displaying symptoms
of diaphoresis, Cool skin, lethargy, And shakiness. What is your 1st
action? - CORRECT ANSWER Check the patient's blood glucose level
a patient on warfarin(Coumadin/jantoven) has an INR of 6. Which
medication would you anticipate administering? - CORRECT ANSWER
Vitamin K
While in a supine position your patient States" I'm tired and cannot
catch my breath". Physical assessment reveals juggler vein distention
and a 3rd heart sound(S3). These symptoms are indicative of what
condition? - CORRECT ANSWER Heart failure
Upon entry to your patient's room, you find her sitting in high Fowler's
Position and complaining of shortness of breath. Her respiratory rate
is 34 breaths/minute And 02 sat is 84%. Which mode of oxygen
delivery would most likely reverse the symptoms? - CORRECT ANSWER
Non rebreather mask
Your patient continues to pull at their iv located in their left forearm
despite verbal reminders And increased observation. The nursing
assistant recommends using soft mitt Restraints on the patient. What
is your recommendation? - CORRECT ANSWER Request and order for soft
mitts As they are the least restrictive..
What is an early symptom that a patient is developing a complication
of heart failure? - CORRECT ANSWER Edema in the legs and feet
You were hired to work the medical unit and when you arrive at work
the charge nurse has assigned you to the post surgical unit since they
are under staffed. Which is the most appropriate action? - CORRECT
ANSWER Report to the post surgical unit
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