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NUR 265 Exam 2 Study Guide Lungs Physiology ● 2 Pleural, 1 attached to outside of lungs and 1 attached to inside of ribs. ● Space between the 2 pleural is negative to atmosphere ● When inhale becomes more positive and atmosphere more negative. Exhaling is passive ● Most of lower lobes are posterior, must listen to lungs posteriorly ● Breath sounds o Bronchial: High pitched & loud, normal in tracheal & larynx o Bronchovesicular: Moderate pitched & amplitude, normal ove...

The nurse is obtaining vital signs for a client who has acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Prior to entering the room, the nurse should do which of the following? A. Wear gloves and a gown. B. Perform hand hygiene. C. Review the client's viral load. D. Obtain a disposable stethoscope. Explanation Choice B is correct. When caring for a client who has AIDS, the nurse should maintain standard precautions. Applying PPE such as a gown, pair of gloves, and mask would be inappropriate...

AMLS Pretest v 1.11 All Answers Correct A 28 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in mentation. She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs are P112, R22 and regular, BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3°F (39°C). The healthcare provider should observe for which complication? ️Seizure A 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations and vomitus ...

AMLS Questions and Answers Already Graded A A 23 year old male complains of a productive cough, fever, chills and pleuritic chest pain that has worsened over 3 days. A physical exam reveals unilateral wheezing with shallow respirations. Vitals are P 128, R 26, BP 144/88, SpO2 90%, and T 102°F (38.8°C). What treatment should be performed? Supplemental oxygen and immediate transport A 24 year old female presents with lower right quadrant abdominal pain. Her skin is hot to the touch and she exh...

RNC OB Exam 300 Questions with Verified Answers 1. Late in pregnancy, a patient often develops supine hypotension because of a. partial occlusion of the vena cava and aorta. b. decreased peripheral collateral circulation. c. increased blood flow to the placenta. - CORRECT ANSWER A because of partial occlusion of the vena cava and aorta from the weight of the uterus. This impedes venous return from the lower extremities although increased collateral circulation during pregnancy helps to...

AMLS PRE-TEST (ALS) - STUDY 1 of 2 Questions and Answers Already Graded A The determination of a working diagnosis is dependent on the provider's assessment, critical thinking and________skills. pattern recognition Which is a high-risk factor for intracerebral hemorrhage? Cocaine abuse When performing a patient assessment, what information provides the most essential information in determining a working diagnosis? Medical history Which infectious disease must have oxygen present to survive?...

AMLS PRE-TEST (ALS) - STUDY 1 of 2 Graded A+ The determination of a working diagnosis is dependent on the provider's assessment, critical thinking and________skills. pattern recognition Which is a high-risk factor for intracerebral hemorrhage? Cocaine abuse When performing a patient assessment, what information provides the most essential information in determining a working diagnosis? Medical history Which infectious disease must have oxygen present to survive? Tuberculosis Durin...

AMLS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT 2023, GRADED A+ abscess (peritonsillar) An abscess in which a superficial soft-tissue infection progresses to create pockets of purulence in the submucosal space adjacent to the tonsils. This abscess and its accompanying inflammation cause the uvula to deviate to the opposing side. acidosis An abnormal increase in the hydrogen ion concentration in the blood, resulting from an accumulation of an acid or the loss of a base, indicated by a blood pH ...

ATI CAPSTONE COMBO ASSESSMENT A and B Graded A+ what is montelukast (singular) for? a leukotriene modifier, and is taken on a regular basis, once a day, and not prn, and is not used for exercise induced asthma what does advance directives contain? written instructions regarding end of life care what is the greatest risk to a pt receiving hemodialysis? disequilibrium syndrome as a result of rapid loss of fluids and decrease bun what is the clinical manifestation of disequilibrium? r...

CEN Exam 1 Exam Questions With Detailed & Verified Answer 2024 Which dysrhythmia would be identified on an ECG/EKG six-second strip by a heart rate of 76 and a PR interval of 0.24? tachycardia -degree atrioventricular block bradycardia ional escape rhythm Correct Answer: B: First-degree atrioventricular block is diagnosed partially by an EKG showing a PR interval of greater than 0.20 seconds. Which blood test may indicate infection or inflammation and would need to be used as part ...