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Cathode contains (negative electron) - filament which is heated to boil off the projectile electrons Cathode shape - like a cup to focus the projectile electrons onto the positive anode anodes (positive electrons) - rotates in order to spread heat from the projectile electrons over a larger area of the anode focal spot - anode Primary Beam - The x-rays that are emitted through the thin window of the tube housing Tube Housing - lead equivalent that limits leakage ...

Lavendar Top Tube Additive Contains the anticoagulant ethylenediaminetetraacetic acide (EDTA). EDTA inhibits coagulation by binding to the calcium present in the specimen. Tubes must be filled at least 2/3 full and inverted 8x. Lavendar Top Tube Tests CBC, H&H, ESR, Sickle Cell Screening Light-Blue Top Tube Additive Contains the anticoagulant Sodium Citrate, which prevents coagulation by binding to the calcium in the specimen. Sodium Citrate preserves the coagulation factors. Must be compl...

NUR 431L Final Exam (lines, tubes, drains) Questions with Correct Answers

TEXAS NURSING JURISPRUDENCE 2024 EXAM 50 QUESTIONS ITH DETAILED VERIFIED SOLUTIONS (100% CORRECT) FROM PAST PAPER /A+ GRADE ASSURED According to BON Position Statement 15.24 Engaging in Reinsertion of Permanently Placed Feeding Tubes, it would be within the scope of practice for a nurse to replace a gastrostomy tube provided that TEXAS NURSING JURISPRUDENCE 2024 EXAM 50 QUESTIONS ITH DETAILED VERIFIED SOLUTIONS (100% CORRECT) FROM PAST PAPER /A+ GRADE ASSURED According to BON Po...

60 - ANSWER-Respiratory failure on an ABG is defined as a PaO2 < ____ 50 - ANSWER-Respiratory failure on an ABG is defined as a PaCO2 > ____ Respiratory failure - ANSWER-Signs of ____ include: - Dyspnea - Tachycardia - Confusion - Cyanosis - Restlessness/anxiety Tension pneumothorax - ANSWER-A(n) ____ occurs when air continuously enters the pleural space on inspiration, but nothing exits on expiration Thoracotomy - ANSWER-A(n) ____ is the surgery performed to expose the l...

Why is metastasis more common in lung cancer? - Answer-venous return and lympathics bring tumor cells to the heart and into systemic circulation Lung cancer most commonly metastasizes to the: - Answer--lymph nodes -liver -brain -bones (long, vertebrae) -adrenal glands What hormones are commonly elevated in lung cancer patients? - Answer-ADH ACTH Most common cause of lung cancer - Answer-smoking / tobacco **80-90% of all lung cancers can be traced back to smoking Lung cance...

The student nurse diligently assesses her patient with a chest tube. She notices that the suction control chamber of the chest tube is not bubbling. What is the first thing this student should do? A) Document this normal finding B) Encourage the patient to cough and deep breathe C) Check the level of the suction on the wall D) Clamp the chest tube and call for help Answer: C. The level of suction is controlled by the amount of water in the suction control chamber. However, it would be prude...

Level 1 - RNSG 1413 - Enteral _ Feeding Tubes Questions with 100% correct answers | verified | latest update 2024

NUR 408_ Chest Tubes & Trauma with 100% correct answers | verified | latest update 2024

What is a the purpose of chest tubes? - Answer Restore negative pressure Where is a chest tube placed for air? - Answer 2-3 intercostal space Where is a chest tube placed for fluid? - Answer 8-9 intercostal space What is a pneumothorax? - Answer air in the pleural space that causes a loss of negative pressure in the chest cavity and lung collapse. Can be open (pleural cavity exposed to outside air) or closed pneumothorax What are the signs/symptoms of a pneumothorax? (6) - An...