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A 56 yr-old male is admitted to the ICU with a blood pressure of 225/135 and complains of a headache and nausea. He reports he ran out of blood pressure meds three days ago, but also appears to be confused to the date and situation. What is the most appropriate treatment approach? - ANSWERRapidly lower the diastolic pressure to 100 with IV antihypertensive meds, then continue to gradually reduce the diastolic pressure to 85 with oral antihypertensive meds. The maximum initial decrease should...

adult CCRN/PCCN certification practice test Questions and Answers One day following posterior spinal fusion surgery a 35 year old female suddenly exhibits restlessness, labored breathing and acute chest pain. Her heart rate is 122/min., she is afebrile, and exhibits slightly diminished breath sounds on the right side. The findings described above should lead the nurse to suspect that the patient has developed: A. A spontaneous pneumothorax B. A pulmonary embolus C. Aspiration pneumonia ...

Practice Test 1 CCRN (Pass CCRN) Questions and Answers 100% Pass What is vasogenic cerebral edema? - ANSWER-Vasogenic cerebral edema is an increase in extracellular fluid caused by a breakdown of the blood-brain barrier with the resultant increase in vascular permeability. This cerebral edema begins locally and becomes more generalized. Common causes are trauma (including surgical trauma), tumors, hemorrhage, and abscesses What ventilator parameter indicates fluid volume excess? - ANSWER-A...

NR 340 Critical Care Nursing Exam 1(ch 1, 2, 9, 14, 5, 7, 14) Study Guide Solutions American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) - ANSWER-Founded in 1969 Largest specialty organization in world Mission Assist nurses to attain knowledge and influence Healthy work environment initiative Web site: AACN's vision: Create a healthcare system driven by patient's and family's needs in which critical care nurses make their optimum contributions AACN Membership Benefits: Profes...

CCRN PEDS AACN EXAM PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. In caring for a patient with salicylate intoxication, the critical care nurse would anticipate which of the following as a primary treatment measure? A. Administration of protamine sulfate B. Administration of glucose C. Transfusion of packed RBCs D. Replacement of fluid and electrolytes - ANSWER-D. Replacement of fluid and electrolytes 2. An adolescent with the developmental age of a 4-year-old requires placement of a chest tube. The...

CCRN test bank Exam Practice Questions and Answers Which of the following would be the earliest auscultatory finding in left ventricular failure (LVF)? A. Crackles B. S3 C. Murmur of mitral regurgitation D. Pericardial friction rub - ANSWER-B. S3 LVF would be the most subtle because early changes are usually subtle changes. Choose "S3." A patient with a triple-lumen subclavian catheter has been receiving total parenteral nutrition, maintenance fluids, and antibiotics by the cathet...

CCRN question bank Neurology with correct answers Which of the following is true regarding scoliosis? a) most cases have a juvenile onset b) the 1st sign is a prominent scapula c) it is congenital in origin - ANSWER-most cases have a juvenile onset A 6 mof had a VP shunt placed today for hydrocephalus. The baby has become increasingly lethargic. As a PICU RN, you know that a) the shunt may be occluded b) its not unusual for babies w/ hydrocephalus to fatigue easily c) the shunt is func...

Overview of Critical Care nursing (Chapters 1-5) 10 Questions with Correct Answers AACN Certification Corporation oversees - ANSWER-the critical care certification process CCRN certification is available for - ANSWER-nurses who provide care of critically ill adult, pediatric, or neonatal populations CCRN-E credential is available for - ANSWER-nurses working in the eICUs PCCN is for - ANSWER-nurses who provide acute care in progressive care, telemetry, and similar units Built Environment ...

critical care exam 1 study guide solutions what does AACN stand for - ANSWER-American Association of Critical Care Nurses - largest nursing specialty organization in the world what does SCCM stand for - ANSWER-Society of Critical Care Medicine - multiple professional society made of pharmacists, nurses, physicians, etc AACN mission - ANSWER-drive excellence in patient care through knowledge and influence AACN values - ANSWER-accountability, collaboration, leadership, and innovation Vision...

CCRN PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS A patient in the ED with complaints of chest pain. The 12-lead EKG shows ST elevation in leads V3 and V4. Occlusion of the affected coronary artery most likely would affect perfusion to which portion of the conduction system? A. Sinoatrial (SA) node B. Bachmann's bundle C. Atrioventricular (AV) node D. Bundle of His - ANSWER-LAD so D. bundle of his Which of the following is the preferred lead for ST segment monitoring for a patient with a ...