Exam (elaborations)
Nur 172 Exam 2: Questions & Accurate Solutions
Nur 172 Exam 2: Questions & Accurate Solutions
[Show more]
Content preview
Nur 172 Exam 2: Questions & Accurate SolutionsUncompensated Right Ans - pH is abnormal and either CO2 or HCO2 is
normal
compensated Right Ans - pH is normal and both CO2 and HCO3 is abnormal
partially compensated Right Ans - pH, CO2 and HCO3 are all abnormal
warfarin (coumadin) Right Ans - anticoagulant
used to prevent and treat DVT, MI, stroke and pulmonary edema
what lab do we monitor for warfarin and what is the therapeutic range?
Right Ans - PT/INR
2-3
what is the black box warning for warfarin? Right Ans - bleeding
what can coumadin cause? Right Ans - purple toe syndrome and
agraphylocytesis (low WBC in blood)
what is the antidote for coumadin? Right Ans - vitamin K
heparin Right Ans - anticoagulant used to prevent/treat DVT, MI, DVT,
embolization with atrial fibrillation
*make sure patient avoids use of electrical razor, soft toothbrush use*
*also used to keep venous devices open and dialysis ports*
which lab do we monitor for heparin and what is the therapeutic range?
Right Ans - PTT
25-35
what is the antidote for Heparin? Right Ans - protamine sulfate
what do we watch for with someone taking heparin? Right Ans - abnormal
bleeding->hemorrhage
what is HIT? Right Ans - heparin induced thrombocytopenia (low platelets)
,lorazepam (ativan) Right Ans - benzodiazepine used for anxiety, insomnia,
sedation for procedures, status epilepticus and CIWA
*schedule 4 drug*
what drug schedule is lorazapam? Right Ans - schedule 4- addiction
forming
what is CIWA? Right Ans - Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for
Alcohol
*scoring tool for alochol*
lorazepam black box warning Right Ans - don't administer this medication
with other CNS depressants, avoid use of heavy machinery
lorazepam common side effects Right Ans - dizziness
confusion
orthostatic hypotension
blurred vision
what are serious side effects of lorazepam? Right Ans - ECG changes,
tachycardia, cardiac arrest, apnea
diazepam (valum) Right Ans - benzodiazepine
can be given rectally for seizures in addition to PO, IV,IM
what are serious side effects of diazepam? Right Ans - respiratory
depression
what can diazepam cause? Right Ans - phlebitis or thrombosis at the iv site
which can occur frequently
augmentin Right Ans - (PO) broad spectrum ineffective
amoxicillin/clavulanate
what are serious side effects of augmentin? Right Ans - CDAD, seizures and
bone marrow depression
*monitor platelets*
, what is a stopcock? Right Ans - a device that controls the flow of a solution
with manual manipulation of the valve
why does the INS prefer we do not use a stopcock? Right Ans - they
increase the risk of infection
how much solution does macro tubing deliver? Right Ans - 10-20gtts/mL
how much solution does micro tubing deliver? Right Ans - 60gtts/mL
What is a backcheck valve? Right Ans - device that functions to prevent
retrograde flow of the fluid
what is a elastomeric pump? Right Ans - a balloon that uses positive
pressure to deliver medication when the tubing is unclamped
what is a multichannel pump? Right Ans - a pump that delivers multiple
solutions simultaneously from bags, bottles, or syringes
what is a stylet? Right Ans - a needle found inside a catheter used for vein
penetration and is removed after insertion
what are the pros and cons of glass containers? Right Ans - pros: good
visualization of contents
measurements are easy to read
no plasticizers
cons: easily broken in transport
participate matter due to coring
difficulty with disposal
*GLASS CONTAINERS REQUIRE THE VENT TO BE OPENED FOR
ADMINISTRATION
glass containers require what for adminstration? Right Ans - the vent to be
opended
what are the pros and cons of plastic containers? Right Ans - PROS: closed
system
flexible
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller LeCrae. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for CA$27.50. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
67866 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now