Kassi - CCRN Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Updat
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Course
CCRN
Institution
CCRN
A patient in hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) is being admitted with dehydration
and a serum glucose level of 836 mg/dL. Which of the following additional laboratory
findings should the nurse anticipate?
a. decreased BUN, decreased creatinine, and elevated serum osmolality
b. elevated ...
The major effect of acute lung injury (ALI) on the lung tissue is
a. decreased capillary permeability
b. increased functional residual capacity (FRC)
c. decreased compliance
d. decreased alveolar surface tension
-:- c. decreased compliance
Rationale: It is related to alteration of lung endothelium and vascular tissue. Pathophysiologic
changes in lung vascular tissue and increased lung edema contribute to the decrease in
compliance. The end result is stiffness of the fluid-filled non-aerated airways.
A patient with mitral regurgitation suddenly develops atrial fibrillation with rate of 156. BP is
118/74. The nurse should anticipate medication orders for
a. beta-blockers and vasopressors
b. warfarin (Coumadin) and alpha-agonists
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