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Normal blood gases; pH 7.35-7.45 Normal blood gases: CO2 35-45 Normal blood gases: HcO3 22-26 Normal blood gases: PO2 80 or above Normal vacuum pressures for suction? 120-140 mmHg What may a high pressure vent alarm indicate? Pt is biting on the tubing, excessive secretions in the tubing, kinked tubing What may a low pressure vent alarm indicate? cuff leak or the tubing is disconnected somewhere How do you verify positioning of an endotrach...

NURSE-UN 1243 Adult and Elder Nursing 3 Week #3:NeuroB asics Glasgow Coma Scale Higher score = better you are Physical Assessment ● Vital signs ● Cushing’sTriad - a response to ischemia from rapid brain injury - Cushing's triad refers to a set of signs that are indicative of increased intracranial pressure (ICP), or increased pressure in the brain. Cushing's triad consists of bradycardia (also known as a low heart rate), irregular respirations, and a w...

NUR 265 Exam 3 Study Guide & Exam Questions and Answers Increased ICP (939-940, chart 941) • Normal ICP 10-15 mmHg, pressures >20 mmHg impair cerebral circulation • IICP is leading cause of death from head trauma in pts who reach the hospital alive. • Cerebral Perfusion Pressure (CPP) o Blood flow required to provide adequate oxygenation & glucose for brain metabolism o Maintenance above 70 mmHg o CPP= MAP-ICP ▪ MAP= (2xD) + S MAP NEEDS TO BE ATLEAST 80 3 • Compensation o First Resp...

Med Surg Final Neuro: Constricted pupils= miosis dilated pupils= mydriasis Patient has unequal pupils first ask for baseline. Always assume neuro problem until proven otherwise. Assess patients spo2 and glucose levels if patients appears altered. Hypoxia and hypercapnia will affect mental status. Medical management for pt with altered LOC→ ● Airway! -Intubation may be required ● Circulation-Maintaining BP (MAP >60), HR, Perfusion of brain, IV access – IVF, meds ● Nutritio...

MedSurg 1 final exam 2 Guide With Expert Accurate Answers Med Surg Final Neuro: Constricted pupils= miosis dilated pupils= mydriasis Patient has unequal pupils first ask for baseline. Always assume neuro problem until proven otherwise. Assess patients spo2 and glucose levels if patients appears altered. Hypoxia and hypercapnia will affect mental status. Medical management for pt with altered LOC→ ● Airway! -Intubation may be required ● Circulation-Maintaining BP (MAP >...

Praxis Test 3, praxis test 4, PRAXIS SLP, ETS Praxis Review 2, Praxis Review test 1 & 2 Praxis Test 3, praxis test 4, PRAXIS SLP, ETS Praxis Review 2, Praxis Review test 1 & 2 A concerned mother brings her 3-week-old child to you because he is having difficulties breathing. You refer the mother and her child to a physician. Upon laryngeal examination, the physician notices that a membrane has grown across the anterior portion of the glottis. The physician informs the mother that this probl...

MED SURG FINAL EXAM Guide MED SURG FINAL EXAM Guide Neuro: Constricted pupils= miosis dilated pupils= mydriasis Patient has unequal pupils first ask for baseline. Always assume neuro problem until proven otherwise. Assess patients spo2 and glucose levels if patients appears altered. Hypoxia and hypercapnia will affect mental status. Medical management for pt with altered LOC→ ● Airway! -Intubation may be required ● Circulation-Maintaining BP (MAP >60), HR, Perfusion ...

Parkinson's Disease UNFOLDING Reasoning Lillian "Lilly" Marie Jones, 76 years old Primary Concept Nutrition Interrelated Concepts (In order of emphasis) • Collaboration • Patient Education • Communication • Clinical Judgment NCLEX Client Need Categories Percentage of Items from Each Category/Subcategory Covered in Case Study Safe and Effective Care Environment Management of Care 17-23%  Safety and Infection Control 9-15% Health Promotion and Maintenance 6-...

NUR 265 Exam 3 Study Guide & Exam Questions and Answers ► What is the normal arterial blood gas (ABG) range for the partial pressure of oxygen (PO2)? o 80-100 mmHg o What if it’s higher than 100? What if it’s lower than 80? ▪ Higher = too much oxygenation … lower = hypoxia ► What is the normal arterial blood gas (ABG) range for the partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2)? o 35-45 mmHg o What if it’s lower than 35? What is it’s higher than 45? ▪ Decreased = Respirator...

Neuro deterioration occurs when? - CORRECT ANSWER 24-48 H after a stroke in 25 % of cases Most common complications within first 4 days of stroke - CORRECT ANSWER Pain Fever Progression of stroke UTI Most ICH occur when with administration of IV TPA - CORRECT ANSWER first 24 hours Temperature goal - CORRECT ANSWER < 100.4 F Glucose goal - CORRECT ANSWER 140-180 O2 goal - CORRECT ANSWER > 94% Seizure Prophylaxis - CORRECT ANSWER Do not recommend ...