Early compensated shock - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

PALS Certification 2025 Exam QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS LATEST 2024/2025 (100% Correct) What should be the primary focus of the clinician on prevention of cardiopulmonary failure - The clinician should primarily focus on prevention of cardiopulmonary failure through early recognition and management of respiratory distress, respiratory failure, and shock that can lead to cardiac arrest from hypoxia, acidosis, and ischemia. 3. What is the main cause of cardiac arrests in children? - In infants a...

Which topics are included in the PALS course ? - PALS includes the following: (1) Overview of assessment (2) Recognition and management of respiratory distress and failure (3) Recognition and management of shock (4) Recognition and management of cardiac arrhythmias (5) Recognition and management of cardiac arrest (6) Postresuscitation management of patients with pulmonary and cardiac arrest (7) Review of pharmacology 2. What should be the primary focus of the clinician on prevention of...

CCRN Questions and Answers A 56 yr-old male is admitted to the ICU with a blood pressure of 225/135 and complains of a headache and nausea. He reports he ran out of blood pressure meds three days ago, but also appears to be confused to the date and situation. What is the most appropriate treatment approach? -Correct Answer= Rapidly lower the diastolic pressure to 100 with IV antihypertensive meds, then continue to gradually reduce the diastolic pressure to 85 with oral antihypertensive m...

JBL Practice Exam Module 5 Questions and Answers 100- Accurate A 20-year-old male has a large laceration to his wrist. He is holding a blood-soaked towel over the wound, but it continues to bleed rapidly. You should: A. apply a tourniquet proximal to the wrist. B. administer high-flow supplemental oxygen. C. apply pressure to the brachial artery. D. wrap the towel with pressure bandages. A. apply a tourniquet proximal to the wrist. A 25-year-old unrestrained female struck the stee...

Respiratory Therapy - Lindsey Jones/Clinical Simulations 459 Questions with Verified Answers Information Gathering - Emphysema: (Abnormal condition of the alveoli resulting destruction and loss of elasticity) - CORRECT ANSWER LEVEL I : Cyanosis, Barrel chest, increased A-P diameter, Accessory muscle use, Digital clubbing of the nail beds, Significant history of smoking and/or occupational exposure to smoke or other pulmonary irritant LEVEL II : Dyspnea, Wheezing breath sounds LEVEL III ...

1. A nurse is assessing a client who is 12hr postoperative following a colon resection. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the surgeon? a. Heart rate 90/min b. Absent bowel sounds c. Hgb 8.2 g/dl d. Gastric pH of 3.0 Rationale: Normal Hgb is 13-18M g/dl, 12-16 g/dl. This may indicate a possible hemorrhaging. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has diabetes insipidus. Which of the following medications should the nurse plan to administer? a. Desmopressin b. Reg...

Hypovolemic Shock Correct Answer Lack of volume Distributive Shock Correct Answer Maldistribution of blood (pooled in extremities) Cardiogenic Shock Correct Answer Inadequate cardiac output Obstructive Shock Correct Answer Inability of blood to enter or exit heart properly Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) Correct Answer Inflammatory response (vasodilation, capillary permeability, and coagulation) become systemic due to severe tissue trauma Early (Compensated) Shock C...

Which topics are included in the PALS course ? - PALS includes the following: (1) Overview of assessment (2) Recognition and management of respiratory distress and failure (3) Recognition and management of shock (4) Recognition and management of cardiac arrhythmias (5) Recognition and management of cardiac arrest (6) Postresuscitation management of patients with pulmonary and cardiac arrest (7) Review of pharmacology What should be the primary focus of the clinician on prevention o...

Prompt diagnosis, resuscitation, and definitive management of shock resulting from trauma are all essential in determirung patient outcome. normal metabolic functions by producing and using energy in the form of adenosine triphos phate (ATP). The most efficient method of generating this needed energy is via ? aerobic metabolism occurs without the use of oxygen Anaerobic metabolism, It is the backup power system in the body and uses stored body fat as its energy sourc...

TNCC 8TH EDITION PROVIDER EXAM ALL QUESTION DETAILED CORRECTLY HIGHLIGHTED RANKED A+. Which of the following pulse pressures indicate early hypovolemic shock? dysrhythmias Patients with a crush injury should be monitored for which of the following conditions? subdural hematoma A 35 y/o M presents with facial trauma after being struck in the face with a baseball. A teardrop-shaped left pupil is noted on exam. What type of injury is suspected? compensated A pt with a complete spinal cor...