MSN 377 TESTS COMPILATION BUNDLE

Chapter 32: Cardiovascular System correct answer: After noting a pulse deficit when assessing a patient who has just arrived in the emergency department, the nurse will anticipate that the patient may require a. a 2-D echocardiogram. b. a cardiac catheterization. c. hourly blood pressu...

1. A patient with suspected acromegaly is seen at the clinic. To assist in making the diagnosis, which question should the nurse ask? a. Have you had a recent head injury? b. Do you have to wear larger shoes now? c. Are you experiencing tremors or anxiety? d. Is there any family history of a...

Following assessment of a patient with pneumonia, the nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of ineffective airway clearance. Which information best supports this diagnosis? a. Weak, nonproductive cough effort b. Large amounts of greenish sputum c. Respiratory rate of 28 breaths/minute d. ...

Following assessment of a patient with pneumonia, the nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of ineffective airway clearance. Which information best supports this diagnosis? a. Weak, nonproductive cough effort b. Large amounts of greenish sputum c. Respiratory rate of 28 breaths/minute d. ...

A 56-year-old woman is concerned about having a moderate amount of vaginal bleeding after 4 years of menopause. The nurse will anticipate teaching the patient about a. endometrial biopsy. b. endometrial ablation. c. uterine balloon therapy. d. dilation and curettage (D&C). correct answer: ANS...

1. What is the key factor in describing any type of shock? a. Hypoxemia b. Hypotension c. Vascular collapse d. Decreased tissue perfusion correct answer: 1. d. Although all the factors may be present, the end result is decreased supply of oxygen and nutrients to body cells from decreased tissue...

1. The nurse notes new onset confusion in an older patient who is normally alert and oriented. In which order should the nurse take the following actions? (Put a comma and a space between each answer choice [A, B, C, D].) a. Obtain the oxygen saturation. b. Check the patients pulse rate. c. Docum...

CH 31: A 74-yr-old patient has just arrived in the emergency department. After assessment reveals a pulse deficit of 46 beats, the nurse will anticipate that the patient may require A. emergent cardioversion. B. a cardiac catheterization. C. hourly blood pressure (BP) checks. D. electrocardiog...

unstable angina (NSTEMI) correct answer: upredictable increases in frequency occurs without increase in activity prinzmetal angina correct answer: coronary artery spasm common in reynauds disease/migranes treatment: CCBs acute coronary syndrome (ACS) correct answer: NSTEMI/ STEMI (MI). ...

unstable angina (NSTEMI) correct answer: upredictable increases in frequency occurs without increase in activity prinzmetal angina correct answer: coronary artery spasm common in reynauds disease/migranes treatment: CCBs acute coronary syndrome (ACS) correct answer: NSTEMI/ STEMI (MI). ...

functions of the skin correct answer: - protect against infection - prevents loss of body fluids - body temperature - excretion - sensory causes of burns correct answer: - heat - chemicals - electric current - radiation thermal burns correct answer: - occurs as a result of contact wi...

Multiple Sclerosis correct answer: Chronic, progressive, degenerative disorder of the CNS Characterized by disseminated demyelination fo nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord MS: Etiology correct answer: Unknown Possible genetic, environmental, or autoimmune cause Precipitating ...

Cardio-diagnostic blood studies correct answer: Cardiac biomarkers C-reactive protein Hemocysteine Cardiac natriuretic peptide markers Serum lipids Cardiac biomarkers correct answer: Troponin CK enzymes Myoglobin Troponin correct answer: Specific to myocardial injury, help determine s...

Exam Breakdown correct answer: Cardio-diagnostics 3 Valve disorders (tx, diagnosis, s/s) 10 Endocarditis/RHD 10 Cardiomyopathy/myocarditis 2 Pericarditis/tamponade 6 Valve repair/replacement 2 Hemodynamics 11 Shock states 8 Cirrhosis 12 Pancreatitis 8 Math 2 ...