Prophecy general ICU A V2

1. Common complications of massive transfusions are ANS Dilutional Coagulopa- thy, DIC, hypothermia, and fibrinolysis 2. ABG pH 7.25, pCO2 40, pO2 90, HCO3 20mEq/L ANS Metabolic Acidosis 3. Long term use of TPN may lead to ANS Liver Failure 4. Which of the following is a potential complication of high PEEP ANS Pneumoth- orax 5. What is a common assessment finding for a patient returning from a small bowel resection? ANS Hypoactive bowel sounds 6. Your patient suddenly becomes diaphoret...

1. What type of support would you place to alleviate pressure on the brachial plexus nerve when a patient is in a side-lying position ANS Axillary Roll 2. You are the circulating nurse confirming consent with a patient scheduled for an exploratory laparotomy with colostomy. The patient states they do not want a colostomy. What should you do? ANS Do not take the patient to the operating room and consult the surgeon immediately 3. What equipment is most important for a patient undergoing an em...