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HESI_NC3_ET_WORD_29363_ 1. Which of the following is most likely to cause respiratory alkalosis in a patient? A) administering excessive oxygen in chronic obstructive respiratory disease B) overdose of drugs that depress the respiratory center C) excess tidal volume in a mechanically ventilated patient D) overuse of antacids, especially those containing aluminum hydroxide ANSWER: C 2. A child with Tetrology of Fallot suffers a hypercyanotic episode. Which immediate action by the nurse can lessen the symptoms of this "tet spell?" A) Make the child rest in semi Fowler position. B) Place child in knee-chest position. C) Have child stop all current activity. D) Administer a dose of nitroglycerin stat. ANSWER: B
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