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GNRS 556 Med Surg Exam 2 Questions and Answers 100% Pass How do beta-blockers affect heart rate and blood pressure? Beta-blockers reduce heart rate and lower blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline on beta-adrenergic receptors in the heart. Explain the mechanism of action of ACE inhibitors in managing hypertension. ACE inhibitors block the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II, leading to vasodilation and reduced blood pressure. What is the primary use of...

risk factors for developing anemia - -deficient nutrients (iron, vitamin B12, folic acid) -decreased erythropoietin (kideny) -decreased iron availability (liver) -blood loss (hemorrhage, colorectal cancer, liver disease, trauma, aortic aneurysm, GI bleed) -hemolysis (sickle cell, meds, incompatible blood, trauma) Iron deficiency anemia causes - -inadequate dietary intake -intestinal malabsorption (Crohn's, Celiac, surgery) -blood loss (chronic through GI/GU systems) - menstruation -H...

An adult patient is scheduled to undergo a bone marrow aspiration procedure. From which areas of the body is bone marrow aspirated? Select all that apply A. Ulna B. Tibia C. Patella D. Sternum E. Pelvic bone - Answer D. Sternum E. Pelvic bone

Answer -give to replace cells lost from trauma or surgery indication for platelet transfusions - Answer -give for low platelet counts, active bleeding, or if patient is scheduled for invasive surgery indication for granulocyte (WBC) transfusions - Answer -given (rarely) to neutropenic patients indication for whole blood transfusion - Answer -indicated for patients who need both oxygen-carrying capacity and restoration of blood volume when there is not time to obtain the specific blood com...

What are some things to ask when a yellow patient comes in? - Answer Chronic liver diseases; Alcohol; Any blood transfusions; Current sexual practices; Vaccine histories; Military Services; Other types of drugs; Family history of liver disease; Needlestick exposure What labs would you want to check for liver disease? - Answer AS; ALT (Primarily check for liver diseases); Albumin

multiple sclerosis - Answer Chronic, progressive, degenerative, autoimmune disorder of CNS Segmental demyelination of nerve fibers of brain and SC relapsing-remitting - Answer most common type of multiple sclerosis multiple sclerosis (clinical manifestations) - Answer § Impaired visual acuity, blurriness, diplopia § Weakness, numbness, paresthesia, fatigue

nursing interventions for impaired cognition - Answer -mental status assessment -avoid risk factors -stimulating intellectual part of brain -promote safety to prevent injury -promote mobility -provide orientation & foster communication -promote comfort

A 53-year-old man is scheduled for an annual physical exam. The nurse will plan to teach the patient about the purpose of A. urinalysis collection. B. uroflowmetry studies. C. prostate specific antigen (PSA) testing. D. transrectal ultrasound scanning (TRUS). - Answer C. prostate specific antigen (PSA) testing

One indication for surgical therapy of the patient with a spinal cord injury is when a. there is incomplete cord lesion involvement b. the ligaments that support the spine are torn c. a high cervical injury causes loss of respiratory function d. evidence of continued compression of the cord is apparent - Answer evidence of continued compression of the cord is apparent