Peterstudies

1. Which of the following descriptions best describes "leadership"? (A) A firm, unyielding position on what should be done to solve a problem (B) A set of beliefs based upon principle (C) A positive, "let's do something about it" attitude toward problems (D) A posture of resistance to those in authority: C A leadership stance is a positive, can-do approach to solving problems. It is not an opinion, a belief, or a reflexive opposition to people in power. 2. Reggie is a new pharmac...

1. Expedite transfer to the closest trauma center: A 56 y/o M pt involved in a motor vehicle crash is brought to the ED of a rural critical access facility. He complains of neck pain, SOB, and diffuse abd pain. His GCS is 15. His VS: BP 98/71, HR 125, RR 26, SpO2 94% on high-flow O2 via NRB mask. Which of the following is the priority intervention for this patient? 2. a pertinent medical hx is crucial: Which of the following considerations is the most important when caring for a geriatric traum...

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1. What are the greatest risks for transport?: Loss of airway patency, displaced obstructive tubes lines or catheters, dislodge splinting devices, need to replace or reinforce dressings, deterioration in patient status change in vital signs or level of consciousness, injury to the patient and/or team members 2. According to newtons law which of these two force is greater: size or force?: Neither. For each force there is an equal and opposite reaction. 3. What is the relationship between mass a...

1. Expedite transfer to the closest trauma center: A 56 y/o M pt involved in a motor vehicle crash is brought to the ED of a rural critical access facility. He complains of neck pain, SOB, and diffuse abd pain. His GCS is 15. His VS: BP 98/71, HR 125, RR 26, SpO2 94% on high-flow O2 via NRB mask. Which of the following is the priority intervention for this patient? 2. a pertinent medical hx is crucial: Which of the following considerations is the most important when caring for a geriatric traum...

End to end process to ensure mail is collected, distributed and delivered the type of clock the usps runs on - ANSWER ==24 hour clock Items sent within the US APO, FPO, UN, and its territories and possessions. - ANSWER ==Domestic mail sets forth the policies, regulations and procedures governing domestic mail - ANSWER ==DMM- Domestic Mail Manual sets forth policies, regulations, and procedures governing international mail - ANSWER ==IMM- International Mail Manual contains policies...

1. Whyis a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of thetrauma patient? Answer: c: a) to measure oxygenation and ventilation b) to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion c) *to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia ** d) to determine the underlying cause of shock 2. A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs upon arrival were BP 100/60 mm Hg, HR 96 beats/min, and RR 24 breaths/min. Her skin is cool and...

1. pH ratio: bicarbonate/carbonic acid (base/acid) 2. Three Mechanisms Regulating Acid-Base Balance: 1. Plasma buffer system 2. Respiratory system 3. Renal system 3. Plasma buffer systems: work fast! -HCO3-, H2CO3 -protein buffers -phosphate -cellular ion exchange mechanism 4. How does the respiratory system regulate acid-base balance?: Regulate retention or elimination of CO2 through changes in rate of ventilation. 5. How does the renal system regulate acid-base balance?: kidneys eith...

End to end process to ensure mail is collected, distributed and delivered the type of clock the usps runs on - ANSWER ==24 hour clock Items sent within the US APO, FPO, UN, and its territories and possessions. - ANSWER ==Domestic mail sets forth the policies, regulations and procedures governing domestic mail - ANSWER ==DMM- Domestic Mail Manual sets forth policies, regulations, and procedures governing international mail - ANSWER ==IMM- International Mail Manual contains policies...

1. CLINICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM: -LABORATORY SYSTEM - ORDER ENTRY SYSTEM - MONITORING SYSTEM 2. Information literacy: This is defined as the ability to recognize when informa- tion is needed as well as the skills to find,evaluate, and use needed information effectively 3. Strategic Planning is driving by all of the following: - organization mission and values - Short term goals - Service offered - Long term goals 4. A person's ht,wt, code status and date of birth are all examples of: DAT...