Thoracentesis - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Air Methods Critical Care Exam(correct answers 2023) Before PFT's how long should a patient refrain from smoking? Using an inhaler? - CORRECT ANSWER-smoking: 6-8 h inhaler: 4-6 h What test must you do before performing an arterial puncture? - CORRECT ANSWERAllen's test; patency of the ulnar artery- if blood returns to hand in 15s, then the radial artery can be used for the puncture How long should one apply pressure after an arterial puncture? - CORRECT ANSWER5 minutes (20 min if the ...

RN ATI capstone proctored comprehensive assessment 2019 B GRADED A+ LATEST UPDATE 2023 1 .A nurse is assessing a client who received 2 units of packed RBCs 48 hours ago. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the therapy has been effective? Hemoglobin 14.9 g/dl The nurse should identify that packed RBCs are administered to clients who have a decreased level of hemoglobin or hematocrit. This hemoglobin level is within the expected reference range of 14 to 18 g...

Emphysema correct answer: • O2 therapy via nasal cannula at 24-28%. Keep saturations at approx. 88%-93%. • Bronchodilators • Bronchial hygiene as indicated. • NIPPV for acute vent failure (PaCO2>45 torr) Chronic Bronchitis correct answer: • O2 therapy via nasal cannula at 24-28%. Keep saturations at approx. 88%-93%. • Bronchodilators • Bronchial hygiene as indicated • Antibiotics as indicated • NIPPV for acute vent failure (PaCO2>45 torr) Chest Trauma/Flail...

Obtaining a capillary blood specimen to measure blood glucose, you should - ensure there is good blood flow at the puncture site True or False When testing for fecal occult blood, a green color indicates a guaiac positive result. - False A RN instructing a female patient on obtaining a clean catch urine specimen should stress to: - Void a small amount of urine before collecting the specimen The client has an indwelling catheter. The nurse should obtain a sterile urine specimen by - usi...

ATI PN Med Surg Proctored Exam 2023/2024 update ATI PN Med Surg Proctored Exam 2023/2024 update 1) A nurse is collecting data from a client who was admitted with a Glasgow Coma Scale of 3. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? - Nonresponsive Commands 2) A nurse is collecting data from a client who has coronary artery disease. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse identify as an indication that the client has angina 3) A nurse is receiving change-...

CPSS (Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest Tube) EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION GUIDE RATED A CPSS (Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest Tube) EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION GUIDE RATED A CPSS (Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest Tube) EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION GUIDE RATED A CPSS (Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest Tube) EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION GUIDE RATED A CPSS (Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest Tube) EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION GUIDE RATED A CPSS (Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest Tube) EXAM WI...

NBRC TMC/CRT/RRT EXAM LATEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS |AGRADE After a patient undergoes a thoracentesis, the respiratory therapist notes that the obtained pleural fluid is clear with a slight straw color. This fluid is most likely the result of NBRC TMC/CRT/RRT EXAM LATEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS |AGRADE After a patient undergoes a thoracentesis, the respiratory therapist notes that the obtained pleural fluid is clear with a slight straw color. This fluid is most likely th...

RN VATI Fundamentals 2019 Assessment, Verified solution 100% A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting and intermediate-acting insulin in one syringe to administer to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Identify the sequence the nurse should follow. 1: Draw up the volume of insulin from the intermediate-acting insulin vial. 2: Inject the volume of air equal to the amount of insulin to withdraw from the intermediate-acting insulin vial. 3: Inject the volume of air equal to the ins...

CPSS Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, Chest Tube Questions And Answers

RN VATI Fundamentals 2019 Assessment; Virtual ATI Test_ Answered Fall 2023. A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting and intermediate-acting insulin in one syringe to administer to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Identify the sequence the nurse should follow. A nurse is assessing a client who wears partial dentures and reports mouth pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A nurse is planning care for a client who has dysphagia and is at risk for aspiration. Which o...