Obtundation - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

definition of; - multiple casualties - mass casualties - incidents in which nr of pat and severity of injuries do not exceed capability of facility to render care - nr of pat and severity of their injuries exceed capability of facility and staff term; upward deflection after QRS complex in a patient with hypothermia J (Osborn) wave clinicians can quickly assess A, B, C and D in a trauma pat (10 sec assessment), how? identify themselves, asking pat for his or her name, and asking what ha...

RN ATI FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING PROCTORED EXAM 2023 BUNDLE 1 Nurse's role in client rights includes: - ANS--client understands their rights -protecting rights of clients under their care The client has the right to: - ANS--be informed about the aspects of care in order to be active in the decision making process -accept, refuse, or request modification to the plan of care -receive care that is delivered by competent individuals who treat the client with respect Informed consent...

ALL Webpath and Quizzes for Exam 3 Combined 2023 with complete solution A 25-year-old man falls while skateboarding and strikes the left side of his head against a concrete retaining wall. On physical examination only a minor scalp abrasion is present at the site of the impact, with minimal bleeding that stops in 3 minutes. He is initially alert following this accident, but then became unconscious 30 minutes later. A head CT scan reveals a convex, lens-shaped area of hemorrhage centered over ...

ENA Shock Practice Exam Questions Correctly Answered. Which finding is an early sign of decreased tissue perfusion? A. Unresponsiveness B. Confusion C. Obtundation D. Restlessness - CORRECT ANSWER D During times of decreased tissue perfusion, the body shunts blood away from which organ? A. Heart B. Brain C. Kidneys D. Lungs - CORRECT ANSWER C A patient with an isolated blunt cardiac injury is most at risk for which type of shock? A. Cardiogenic B. Hypovolemic C. Obst...

ALL Webpath and Quizzes for Exam 3 Combined 2023 with complete solution A 25-year-old man falls while skateboarding and strikes the left side of his head against a concrete retaining wall. On physical examination only a minor scalp abrasion is present at the site of the impact, with minimal bleeding that stops in 3 minutes. He is initially alert following this accident, but then became unconscious 30 minutes later. A head CT scan reveals a convex, lens-shaped area of hemorrhage centered over ...

What do you assess for during a Mental Status Exam (MSE)? correct answers 1. level of consciousness 2. physical appearance 3. behavior 4. cognitive and intellectual abilities alert correct answers able to fully respond by opening eyes, attend to normal tone of voice and speech, and answer questions spontaneously and appropriately lethargy correct answers able to open eyes and respond, but is drowsy and falls asleep readily obtundation correct answers needs to be lightly shaken to eli...

What do you assess for during a Mental Status Exam (MSE)? correct answers 1. level of consciousness 2. physical appearance 3. behavior 4. cognitive and intellectual abilities alert correct answers able to fully respond by opening eyes, attend to normal tone of voice and speech, and answer questions spontaneously and appropriately lethargy correct answers able to open eyes and respond, but is drowsy and falls asleep readily obtundation correct answers needs to be lightly shaken to eli...

Chapter 46: The Child With Cerebral Dysfunction Perry: Maternal Child Nursing Care, 6th Edition 1. Which term is used to describe a child's level of consciousness when the child can be aroused with stimulation? a. Stupor b. Confusion c. Obtundation d. Disorientation - ANSWER-c. Obtundation Obtundation describes a level of consciousness in which the child can be aroused with stimulation. Stupor is a state in which the child remains in a deep sleep, responsive onl...

2024 ATLS Module 2 - Airway mgmt. Latest Questions With Complete Grade A Answers 1. Earliest priorities when managing an airway include Answer: ensuring an open airwayand identifying a compromised airway 2. Administer what to all trauma patients Answer: supplemental oxygen 3. How to know the airway is adequate Answer: Patient's is alert and oriented, talkingproperly, no neck or head injuries, and has been assessed and reassessed. 4. Risk factors for compromised ventilation Answer: U...

Webpath CNS 2023 Questions and Answers A 25-year-old man falls while skateboarding and strikes the left side of his head against a concrete retaining wall. On physical examination only a minor scalp abrasion is present at the site of the impact, with minimal bleeding that stops in 3 minutes. He is initially alert following this accident, but then became unconscious 30 minutes later. A head CT scan reveals a convex, lens-shaped area of hemorrhage centered over the left parietal region. These e...