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Large bowel obstruction: what, etiology - ANSWER Blockage in large bowel that prevents food from passing through which causes blood supply cut off which can cause a leak and bacteria being spread into body or blood - Cancer - Abd surgery - Abd radiation Large bowel obstruction: findings/ diagnostics - ANSWER - Abd distention - N/V - Crampy abd pain - abrupt inset symptoms - chronic constipation - guarding and rigidity on abd exam - xr chest upright: free air means perforatio...

A 20-year old male presents to the ED c/o severe lower abd pain after landing hard on the bicycle cross bars which performing an aerial BMX maneuver. Secondary assessment reveals lower abd tenderness and scrotal ecchymosis. Which of the following orders would the nurse questions? Answer: C - Ans - A) Fast exam B) CT scan C) straight cath for urine sample *** D) ice and elevation of the scrotum You are treating a 27-year old male in respiratory distress who was involved in a house fire. ...

What is a pulmonary contusion? - ANSWER They occur as a result of direct impact, deceleration or high-velocity bullet wounds. It develops when blood leaks into lung parenchyma, causing edema + hemorrhage. This usually develops overtime and not immediately. What are the S/S of pulmonary contusion? - ANSWER - Dyspnea - Ineffective cough - Hemoptysis - Hypoxia - Chest pain - Chest wall contusion or abrasions What happens to a ruptured diaphragm? - ANSWER Potentially life-threate...

What syndrome occurs most often in burns greater than 20% BSA and lasts for approximately 6-12 hours? – ANSWER Capillary Leak Syndrome Fluid replacement goals/calculation - ANSWER 2mL/kg LR x TBSA% (give 1/2 over first 8 hours (minus transport time) and 1/2 over next 16 hours) Urine Output goals for fluid replacement therapy - ANSWER 0.5 mL/kg (30-50mL/hr) Disaster Definition - ANSWER A sudden calamitous event that seriously disrupts the functioning of a community or society and causes huma...

occurs as a result of maldistribution of an adequate circulating blood volume with the loss of vascular tone or increased permeability. Ex: Anaphylactic - release of antihistamines Septic Shock - systemic release of bacterial endotoxins, resulting in increased vascular permeability and vasodilation. Neurogenic shock - spinal cord injury results of loss in sympathetic nervous system control of vascular tone. Goal: Volume replacement and vasoconstriction - ANSWER Distributive Shock ...

True/False: If a client is engaging in dangerous behaviors, an RBT can use whatever means that are at their disposal to control the behavior. - CORRECT ANSWER False Leonard gives Sheldon a token about every 5th time Sheldon responds correctly. After Sheldon earns 5 tokens, he can exchange them for 10 minutes of video games time. Sheldon is earning tokens on what schedule of reinforcement? - CORRECT ANSWER Variable ratio Food, sex, water, breathable air, and any other stimuli that are necessary...

VERSION|ACCURATE ANSWERS|VERIFIED ANSWERS|GUARANTEED PASS| LATEST UPDATE The Patient: An elderly female accompanied by her middle-aged son. The Situation: The patient is being discharged after 15-day stay on the medical unit, and the son offers the nurse a box of candy as a gesture of thanks for caring for his mother. The Question: What should the nurse do in response to the offer of this gift? - Ans - Sincerely thank the son, and share the candy with all staff member on the unit. The Pa...

A client who recently underwent a tracheostomy is being prepared for discharge to home. Which instructions is most important for the nurse to include in the discharge plan? a. Explain how to use communication tools. b. Teach tracheal suctioning techniques c. Encourage self-care and independence. d. Demonstrate how to clean tracheostomy site. Teach tracheal suctioning techniques Rationale: Suctioning helps to clear secretions and maintain an open airway, which is critical...

What is coenzyme q10? A) exfoliant b) emulsifier c) preservative d) antioxidant Antioxidant What is the shape of the hair papillae? A) round b) cone c) tube d) club Cone   Which of the following is a viral hypertrophy? A) bulla b) furuncle c) verruca d) keloid Verruca Which of the following is a fungal infection of the hands & feet? A) carbuncle b) tinea c) verruca d) pericoloris Tinea Cleansing creams are applied using? A)...

What are your actions if a child reports abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER First interview separately from parents then report to CPS What should you do if a child plays with toys in a way that you suspect abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER Report to CPS In what setting as an inpatient provider should you interview a patient? - CORRECT ANSWER Use a private room with the door partially open How should you begin your interview with adolescents? - CORRECT ANSWER By building rapport with them by ensuring confidential...