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AMLS 3rd Edition Post Test Latest Updated Graded A+| 2023 UPDATEAMLS 3rd Edition Post Test Latest Updated Graded A+ Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? A. Fever B. Chest Wall Pain C. Vomiting D. Renal Failure - ANSWERA. Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is flush and his urine is dark yellow and cloudy. Vital signs are BP 86/68, P 128, R 24, temp is 38 C. Which type of shock should you suspect? A. Hypov...

AMLS 3rd Edition Post Test Latest Updated Graded A+ | 2023 UPDATE . Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? A. Fever B. Chest Wall Pain C. Vomiting D. Renal Failure - ANSWERA. Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is flush and his urine is dark yellow and cloudy. Vital signs are BP 86/68, P 128, R 24, temp is 38 C. Which type of shock should you suspect? A. Hypovolemic B. Obstructive C. Septic D. Cardiogenic ...

The wife of the client diagnosed with septic meningitis asks the nurse, "I am so scared. What is meningitis?" Which statement would be the most appropriate response by the nurse? 1. "There is bleeding into his brain causing irritation of the meninges." 2. "A virus has infected the brain and meninges, causing inflammation." 3. "This is a bacterial infection of the tissues that cover the brain and spinal cord." 4. "This is an inflammation of the brain parenchyma caused by a mosquito...

What is the most important sign in a critically ill pt? Why? - ANSWER-Tachypnea Indicates metabolic acidosis w/ respiratory alkalosis compensation A pt misses dialysis for a few days and comes in with fluid overload. He's tachycardic and tachypneic. On physical exam, you find JVD, pulsus paradoxus (20 mmHg drop during inspiration), and HoTN (80/40) with distant, muffled heart sounds. Lungs are clear to auscultation. What is the dx? - ANSWER-Cardiac tamponade; obstructive shock If a pt ...

ATI: RN Nursing care of Children Exam Questions With 100% Verified Answers Meningitis - answeran inflammation of the CSF and meninges (which are connective tissues that cover brain and spinal cord). Reye Syndrome - answerlife-threatening disorder that involved acute encephalopathy and fatty changes of the liver. Viral (aseptic) meningitis - answerusually requires only supportive care for recovery Bacterial (septic) meningitis - answercontagious infection; prognosis depends on how quickly ...

Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? A. Fever B. Chest Wall Pain C. Vomiting D. Renal Failure - A. Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is flush and his urine is dark yellow and cloudy. Vital signs are BP 86/68, P 128, R 24, temp is 38 C. Which type of shock should you suspect? A. Hypovolemic B. Obstructive C. Septic D. Cardiogenic - C. Septic A 20-year old male college student complains of acute onset of...

Common etiology of septic shock along with tx correct answers Steph aureus, strep pneumo, gram (-) Tx: Vanc+B lactam Common etiology and treatment of meningitis correct answers S. pneumo, N menig. Tx: Vanco+ Ceftriaxone Common etiology and treatment of CNS abscess correct answers Strepto, Staph Tx: Vanco+ Ceftriaxone+Metron. What is the blood culture rule for a potentially ill patient? correct answers Minimum of 2 different viles, from 2 different sites to avoid contamination Comm...

Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? A. Fever B. Chest Wall Pain C. Vomiting D. Renal Failure - A. Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is flush and his urine is dark yellow and cloudy. Vital signs are BP 86/68, P 128, R 24, temp is 38 C. Which type of shock should you suspect? A. Hypovolemic B. Obstructive C. Septic D. Cardiogenic - C. Septic A 20-year old male college student complains of acute onset of f...

Type of shock associated with increased cardiac output (brisk capillary refill, warm, flushed skin) and decreased vascular resistance. Septic shock Type of shock that leads to decreased cardiac output (cool, clammy skin), increased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure and increased vascular resistance Obstructive shock Brainpower Read More Type of shock that is associated with decreased cardiac output (cool, clammy skin), increased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure, and increa...

Fracture left hip - Answer- - Manifestations: pain in hip/groin, bruising at hip, pain on movement, muscle spasms - Bucks traction (temporary to relieve pain, reduce muscle spasm and immobilize) - use is not routine - Surgery is usually done to reduce and fixate the fracture - Care is similar to that of a patient undergoing other orthopedic surgery or hip replacement surgery Care of Hip fracture - Health history and presence of concomitant problems - Pain - VS, respiratory status, LOC, a...