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Relias ED RN A Test Questions with 100% Correct Answers Updated & Verified What is the current recommended dose of intravenous or intraosseous epinephrine in adult patients with cardiac arrest? 10 mg every 10 minutes 1 mg every 3-5 minutes 1 mg every 7 minutes 0.1 mg every 2 minutes 1 mg every 3-5 minutes A patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is MOST likely to suffer from what condition? Diabetes mellitus Cerebral palsy Diabetes Insipidus Myxedema coma Diabetes Insipidu...

ACUTE RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME [ARDS] EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, RATED A+ *What happens during the fibrotic phase - -FIBROTIC HYALINE MEMBRANES FORM (SCAR TISSUE) RESPIRATORY ACIDOSIS OCCURS MODS (kidneys shut down, etc.) *What happens in shunting? - -There is a wide gas exchange. The pt is having difficulty breathing. Blood cannot give up its CO2. Oxygen has not diffused from the alveoli into the pulmonary circulation This is called, "Right to Left Pulmonary Shunting" (...

Rank in order the sequence of events leading to joint destruction in secondary osteoarthritis (OA) beginning with the effect of an injury to the cervical spine. A. Exacerbation of abdominal tissue growth B. Bony articular surfaces in joint exposed C. Fragile, soft, dull joint cartilage develops D. Irregular joint motion, stiffness, and pain C. Fragile, soft, dull joint cartilage develops A. Exacerbation of abdominal tissue growth D. Irregular joint motion, stiffness, and pain B. Bony a...

SAEM Test Practice Questions with Approved Answers | Latest 2023/2024 An elderly female presents to the emergency department with vomiting and abdominal pain. She has a history of a cholecystectomy about 5 years ago. On exam, she is significantly uncomfortable and nauseated. Lung and cardiovascular exam is normal. Abdominal exam shows diffuse tenderness, some distention with tympany, and an empty rectal vault. Vital signs are: HR 102 BP 145/86 RR 24 SpO2 96% RA Temp 99.9F You order an acu...

ACUTE RESP DISTRESS SYNDROME (ARDS) Answered with Complete Rationales 100% all correct! ACUTE RESP DISTRESS SYNDROME (ARDS) 1. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is bathing the client diagnosed with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The bed is in a high position with the opposite side rail in the low position. Which action should the nurse implement? 1. Demonstrate the correct technique for giving a bed bath.** 2. Encourage the UAP to put the bed in the lowest position. 3...

Types of prevention - answer-primary- car restraints, bicycle helmets, immunizations secondary- prevent for those with RF-pap, mammo tertiary-mgmt of established disease- meds, lifestyle Primary - answer-Preventing the health problem, most cost effective form of healthcare **IMMUNIZATIONS, ensuring adequate illumination at home (preventing falls) Secondary - answer-Detecting disease in early asymptomatic stages, screenings -Early cause finding of asymptomatic disease via the use of a sc...

PORTAGE LEARNING NURS 231 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 2023/ 2024 ALL EXAMS {LATEST UPDATE} A 72-year-old male is said to be in phase 2 of gout. He is obese and has a history of alcohol abuse. Develop a treatment plan including specific pharmacologic intervention and a non-pharmacologic recommendation to manage his disease. - ANSWER Phase 2 of gout is acute gout arthritis. The goal of treatment in this phase is to control inflammation and pain. Colchic...

NCLEX Q"S ACUTE RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME (ARDS)/ EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS/ RATED A+ A nurse is assessing with multiple trauma who is at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome. The nurse assesses for which earliest sign of acute respiratory distress syndrome? A. Bilateral wheezing B. Inspiratory crackles C. intercostal retractions D. Increased respiratory rate - -D. Increased respiratory rate Rationale: The earliest detectable sign of ARDS is an increased...

Final Exam: NUR2063/ NUR 2063 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Pathophysiology | Review with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Rasmussen Q: A client presents with the following arterial gas results pH=7.30, PaCo2 = 55 mm hg this would be classified as which acid/bases imbalance Answer: Respiratory acidosis Q: Which as typical signs and symptoms of epiglottis Answer: Sudden fever, sore throat and drooling saliva Q: A nurse is caring for a client with a dia...

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 meds. The...