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TNCC Final Exam Test 2024 Comprehensive Questions And Answers 100%Accuracy (Graded A+). Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? Answer: c - Answer a) to measure oxygenation and ventilation b) to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion c) *to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia ** d) to determine the underlying cause of shock A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs u...

Exam 1: NSG552/ NSG 552 (New 2024/2025 Update) Psychopharmacology Exam Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| A Grade QUESTION What is NMS? What are s/s? NMS is a life-threatening idiopathic reaction to antipsychotic medications (more common w/ FGAs). It is a medical emergency with 20% mortality rate is untreated! -S/s (*FALTERED*) -Fever Autonomic instability (BP, HR) Leukocytosis Tremor Elevated CK Rigidity Excessive sweating Delirium QUESTION Wha...

HESI PNR 208/ PNR208 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Concepts of Community-Based Nursing Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Fortis Q: The public health nurse receives grant funding to implement primary prevention strategies for migrant farm workers and their families. Which action should the nurse plan to include? Teach a class in providing first aid for heat exhaustion Organize free community wide tuberculosis screenings Distribute brochures on measures to avoid p...

Exam 3: NUR253 / NUR 253 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Concepts of Mental Health Nursing Exam Review | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct - Galen Q: illness anxiety disorder Answer: Characterized by extreme worry & fear about the possibility of having a disease. Which leads to frequent scanning of body for signs of illness **hypochondriac** Q: Factitious disorder Answer: (previously known as Munchausen syndrome) consciously pretend to be ill to get emotional needs met & attai...

Exam 3: NSG223/ NSG 223 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Med Surg 2 Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Graded A- Herzing QUESTION What assessment is most critical in the early detection of compartment syndrome for a pt with a leg cast? Answer: Pain assessment QUESTION What is important nursing care for patients with a cast or splint? Answer: Assess for reports of burning (hotspots)can indicate a developing pressure ulcer. QUESTION How can the ...

HESI Exit Exam Test Bank 2024 NEWEST 2024 ACTUAL EXAM 500 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+ The nurse is ready to insert an indwelling urinary catheter as seen in the picture. At this point in the procedure, what actions should the nurse take before inserting the catheter? (Select all that apply) A. Ask the client to bear down as if voiding to relax the sphincter C. Complete perianal care with soap and water D. Gently palpate the clien...

Exam 2: NSG3250 / NSG 3250 (2024 / 2025 Update) Adult Health I | Complete Review with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A Q: varicella zoster virus follows a dermatome. Q: risk factors of herpes zoster Answer: advanced age, previous varicella exposure, and immunosuppression. Q: areas typically affected by herpes zoster Answer: chest, back, face. Q: symptoms of herpes zoster Answer: severe pain, bands of vesicles, malaise, fever and itching. Q: what are the herpes zoster phase...

Hartman's CNA Final Review (for final exam) Questions & Answers Rated 100% Correct Another name for a long-term care facility is: A. Extended care facility B. Home health care facility C. Assisted living facility D. Adult day services facility - Correct Answer-A. Extended care facility Assisted living facilities are initially for: A. People who need 24-hour, intensive care B. People who need some help with daily care C. People who will die within six months D. People who need acute c...

Exam 3: NSG121 / NSG 121 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Health Assessment | Review with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Herzing Q: List 3 ways blood flow is regular through the venous system Answer: 1. Valves in the veins 2. Skeletal muscles contraction 3. Respirations Q: Conduction system of the heart: Answer: 1. SA Node 2. Atria Contract 3. Bundle of His 4. Bundle Branches 5. Purkinje Fibers 6. Ventricles Contract Q: What 3 things drain into the left lymphatic duct? Answ...

NUR206/ NUR 206 HESI (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Community Nursing Concepts Exam | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A – Fortis Q: A nurse is planning a nutrition class for a group of senior citizens at a community center and wants to emphasize the amount and types of fat in some foods versus others. What is the best teaching method for the nurse to use? a. Display posters with foods and tell seniors about fat content b. Determine foods most often eaten by this group an...