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The nurse observes that the patient's jugular veins distend in the semi-upright position to more than 5 cm above the sternal angle. This is an indication of: - correct answer -fluid volume overload. what is normal Pulmonary artery occlusion pressure (PAOP)? - correct answer -5-12 mmHg The resistance against which the left ventricle must pump to eject its volume is: - correct answer -systemic vascular resistance. When the tricuspid valve is open, central venous pressure reflects the fil...

NSG 123 Exam 3 - Questions and Answers Why is hypertension called the "Silent Killer"? Hypertension is sometimes called the silent killer because people who have it are often symptom free Pre-hypertension The category of prehypertension is used to emphasize that people whose blood pressure begins to rise above 120/80 mm Hg are at risk to become hypertensive Stage One Hypertension Stage 1: Systolic of 140-159 or Diastolic 90-99 Stage Two Hypertension Stage2: Systolic over 160 or Diastolic...

HESI PN PHARMACOLOGY EXAM PACK-BEST FOR 2022 EXAM REVIEW2 VERSIONS 1. An antacid (Maalox) is prescribed for a client with peptic ulcer disease. The nurse knows that the purpose of this medication is to A. Decrease production of gastric secretions. B. Produce an adherent barrier over the ulcer. C. Correct Maintain a gastric pH of 3.5 or above. D. Decrease gastric motor activity. 2. In evaluating the effects of lactulose (Cephulac), which outcome would indicate that the drug is p...

Med Surg Success Test 1 | Answered with complete solutions The client is admitted to the telemetry unit diagnosed with acute exacerbation of congestive heart failure (CHF). Which signs/symptoms would the nurse expect to find when assessing this client? 1. Apical pulse rate of 110 and 4+ pitting edema of feet. 2. Thick white sputum and crackles that clear with cough. 3. The client sleeping with no pillow and eupnea. 4. Radial pulse rate of 90 and capillary refill time <3 seconds. The nurse ...

MERGERED HESI RN MEDSURG EXAMS 2022/2023 ACTUAL EXAMS LATEST UPDATE HESI RN NEW MED SURG EXAM 2022 -MULTIPLE QUESTIONS -QUESTIONS&ANSWERS -55 QUESTIONS -TESTED 2022 1.The client who experiences angina has been told to follow a low cholesterol diet. Which of the following meals would be best? 1. Hamburger, salad, and milkshake. 2. Baked liver, green beans, and coffee. 3. Spaghetti with tomato sauce, salad, and coffee. 4. Fried chicken, green beans, and skim milk. 2. The nurse s...

A nurse is preparing to administer potassium chloride 5 mEq/kg/day PO divided in equal doses every 6hr to a child who weighs 64 lb. Available is potassium chloride liquid 40 mEq/15mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.) 13.6 mL/dose A nurse is preparing to administer ceftazidime 40 mg/kg/ IV bolus every 8 hr to a toddler who weighs 22 lb. Available is ceftazidine 40 mg/mL. H...

NUR 2502 / NUR2502 Final Exam Multidimensional Care III / MDC 3 - Rasmussen 1. A nurse is performing discharge teaching for a client who was recently diagnosed with heart failure. Which of the following should be included in the client and family teaching? (Select all that apply) A. Low sodium diet B. Weekly weights (it has to be daily) C. Symptoms to report to the provider D. Medication teaching E. Fluid restriction 2. Which of the following assessment findings is a priority during bl...

MDC III Final Exam Study Guide – Rasmussen College | Latest Update 2024 1. Which of the following assessment findings are consistent with aortic regurgitation a. Atrial fibrillation b. Systolic click c. Pitting edema d. Blowing,decrescendo diastolic murmur 2. The nurse knows which of the following is the most common problem for a client with valvular heart disease a. Decreased cardiac output b. Difficulty coping c. Bradycardia d. Altered body image. 3. The nurse is assessing a cli...

HESI Comprehensive Exam 263 Questions with Verified Answers Enalapril maleate is prescribed for a hospitalized client. Which assessment does the nurse perform as a priority before administering the medication? Checking the client's blood pressure Checking the client's peripheral pulses Checking the most recent potassium level Checking the client's intake-and-output record for the last 24 hours - CORRECT ANSWER Checking the client's blood pressure Rationale: Enalapril ma...

MDC III Final Exam Review – Rasmussen College | Latest Update 2024 1. Which of the following is the surgical treatment of choice for end-stage heart failure? a. Ventricular assist devices (VADs) b. Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) c. Percutaneous angiogram d. Genetic counseling 2. A client with an abdominal aortic aneurysm arrives at the emergency department. Which finding is consistent with rupture into the abdominal cavity? a. Hypertension b. Abdominal distension c. Difficu...