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MED-SURGE HESI RN 1. A client on telemetry has a pattern of uncontrolled atrial fibrillation with a rapid ventricular response. Based on this finding, the nurse anticipates assisting the physician with which treatment? A. Administer lidocaine, 75 mg intravenous push. B. Perform synchronized cardioversion. C. Defibrillate the client as soon as possible. D. Administer atropine, 0.4 mg intravenous push. Rationale: With uncontrolled atrial fibrillation, the treatment of choice is synchronized...

Test Bank for McCance and Huethers Pathophysiology: The Biologic Basis for Disease in Adults and Children, 9th Edition Rogers Chapter 1-49 + NCLEX Case Studies with answers Contents PART ONE: Central Concepts of Pathophysiology: Cells and Tissues UNIT I The Cell 1 Cellular Biology 2 Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology: Environmental Agents 3 The Cellular Environment: Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases UNIT II Genes and Gene-Environment Interaction 4 Genes and Genetic Disea...

Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) John Gates is a 59-year-old male -Answered History of Present Problem: John Gates is a 59-year-old male with a history of diabetes type II and hypertension who was at work when he had sudden onset of right-sided weakness, right facial droop, and difficulty speaking. He was transported to the emergency department (ED) where these symptoms continue to persist. It has been one hour from the onset of his neurologic symptoms when he presents to the ED. You are th...

FNP 652 FINAL EXAM 2024 GRADED A+ SPRING-SUMMER TERM LATEST GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY (GCU) 1. A 5-year-old child is hit in the face with a baseball bat and is brought to the clinic by a parent. An exam reveals three avulsed front teeth. Radiologic studies are negative for facial fractures. What is the recommended treatment? Refer the child to the dentist immediately for further evaluation 2. A child who was treated with amoxicillin and then amoxicillin-clavulanate for acute otitis media is...

Exam 3: NSG550 / NSG 550 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Diagnostic Reasoning for Nurse Practitioners Review | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Wilkes Q: Acetylcholine receptor antibody test Answer: Used to diagnose acquired myasthenia gravis and monitor pt response to immunosuppressive therapy. MG is an autoimmune disease caused by antibodies that block or destroy receptors for Ach. MG s/s=muscle weakness and fatigue Q: Cholinesterase Answer: Identify patients with PChE def...

Types of stroke (Lesson 2) correct answer: Ischemic: 87% -Thrombotic -Embolic -Lacunar Hemorrhagic: 13% -Intracerebral -Subarachnoid Thrombotic Stroke (Ischemic) correct answer: 48% of all strokes -typically occurs during sleep -slow progressive onset of deficits -50% are associated with prior TIA Embolic Stroke (Ischemic) correct answer: 26% of all strokes -typically occurs while awake -sudden, immediate deficits (sometimes seizures) -11% are associated with prior TIA ...

Of the following patients, the nurse recognizes that the one with the highest risk for a stroke is a(n) A. obese 45-yr-old Native American B. 35-yr-old Asian American woman who smokes C. 32-yr-old white woman taking oral contraceptives D. 65-yr-old African American man with hypertension correct answer: D. 65-yr-old African American man with hypertension The factor related to cerebral blood flow that most often determines the extent of cerebral damage from a stroke is the A. a...

What is the current recommended dose of intravenous or intraosseous epinephrine in adult patients with cardiac arrest? 10 mg every 10 minutes 1 mg every 3-5 minutes 1 mg every 7 minutes 0.1 mg every 2 minutes - 1 mg every 3-5 minutes A patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is MOST likely to suffer from what condition? Diabetes mellitus Cerebral palsy Diabetes Insipidus Myxedema coma - Diabetes Insipidus A patient presents after sustaining a roll-over motor vehicle accident. They...

TNCC 9th Edition Written Exam What is the best measure of the adequacy of cellular perfusion and helps predict the outcome of resuscitation? correct answerBase deficit used in conjunction with serum lactate Will hypocapnia cause vasoconstriction or vasodilation, especially in the cerebral vasculature? correct answerVasoconstriction What results from tissue hypo perfusion and oxygen deficit? correct answerMetabolic acidosis What type of shock results in generalized ...

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Prophecy General ICU RN A V3 (2023/ 2024 New Updated) Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct QUESTION For a patient with septic shock, What would you monitor to objectively determine the effectiveness and need to titrate a dobutamine infusion. Answer: ScVo2 QUESTION Which of the following actions complies with ventilator acquired pneumonia (VAP) prevention protocols? Answer: Keep head of bed 30-45 degrees QUESTION What assessment tool is neede...