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ccrn aacn practice questions with correct answers A patient with a history of bronchogenic carcinoma is admitted with respiratory failure. the patient is intubated and on mechanical ventilation. the patient develops lethargy, headache, slight confusion and abdominal cramping urinary output is decreasing and significant lab data includes Serum Na+ 127 Serum osmolality 270 urine specific gravity elevated - Ans:-Initiation of fluid restriction - this pt has risk factors signs and symptoms of...

1 PCCN MASTER EXAM | QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+ 1. Cardiac Correct Answer: 1. Cardiac Pt's EKG shows ST elevation in leads II, III, and aVF. Where is the MI? Correct Answer: Inferior wall MI, Right coronary artery "Reciprocal changes are often seen ini leads I and aVL" Pt's EKG shows ST elevation in leads V1 and V2. Where is the MI? Correct Answer: Septal area, Left Anterior Descending Artery Pt's EKG shows ST elevation in leads V3 and V4. Where ...

What cholesterol is the good cholesterol? (Hint - remember LDL = lousy) HDL: the "good" lipoprotein; has a low lipid content and is used to transport cholesterol AWAY from the peripheral cells to the liver, where it undergoes catabolism and excretion; is increased with exercise; protects women until after menopause; smoking decreases HDL levels; 11. What kind of immunity do we get from vaccines? How about from mother to baby? How do you get active immunity? Vaccines: Acquired, Active, A...

What instruction should the nurse include in the discharge teaching plan of a client who had a cataract extraction today? Light housekeeping is permitted but avoid heavy lifting A male adult comes to the urgent care clinic 5 days after being diagnose with influenza. He is short of breath, febrile, and coughing green colored sputum. Which intervention should the nurse implement first? Obtain a sputum sample for culture An elder male client tells the nurse that he is loosing sleep because he h...

AMLS Pretest questions and answers (all correct) 2021/2022. A 28 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in mentation. She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs are P112, R22 and regular, BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3°F (39°C). The healthcare provider should observe for which complication? – ANS-Seizure A 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow res...

AMLS Pretest v 1.11 | 100% Correct Answers | Verified | Latest 2024 Version A 28 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in mentation. She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs are P112, R22 and regular, BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3°F (39°C). The healthcare provider should observe for which complication? - Seizure A 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, ...

CCRN Exam Questions with Correct 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 antih...

Endocrine PCCN Questions and Answers 2023 Imbalances in which of the following hormones will MOST DIRECTLY impact fluid balance: A. Aldosterone and cortisol. B. Thyroxin and ADH. C. Aldosterone and ADH. D. Cortisol and epinephrine. C. Aldosterone is a mineral corticoid that regulates extracellular fluid volume by increasing reabsorption of sodium and chloride, which causes water to be retained. Aldosterone is released by the adrenal cortex through activation of the renin angiotensin aldost...

  1. What instruction should the nurse include in the discharge teaching plan of a client who had a cataract extraction today? a. Sexual activities may be resumed upon return home b. Light housekeeping is permitted but avoid heavy lifting c. Use a metal eye shield on operative eye during the day d. Administer eye ointment before applying eye drops 2. A male adult comes to the urgent care clinic 5 days after being diagnose with influenza. He is short of breath, febrile, and coughing gre...

PCCN Endocrine Exam 97 Questions with Verified Answers Imbalances in which of the following hormones will MOST DIRECTLY impact fluid balance: A. Aldosterone and cortisol. B. Thyroxin and ADH. C. Aldosterone and ADH. D. Cortisol and epinephrine. - CORRECT ANSWER C. Aldosterone is a mineral corticoid that regulates extracellular fluid volume by increasing reabsorption of sodium and chloride, which causes water to be retained. Aldosterone is released by the adrenal cortex through activation ...