Bronchospasms Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Most common post op complication of tonsillectomy? - CORRECT ANS hemorrhage Risk time for hemorrhage after tonsillectomy? - CORRECT ANS 10 days to 2 weeks post op Signs and symptoms of hemorrhage after tonsillectomy? - CORRECT ANS restlessness, swallowing frequently, low BP (late sign) How should child lay post op to prevent hemorrhage from tonsillectomy? - CORRECT ANS side lying or on abdomen What should the child avoid after a tonsillectomy post op? - CORREC...

1. A nurse is caring for a client who has congestive heart failure and is taking digoxin daily. The client refused breakfast and is complaining of nausea and weakness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? A. Check the client's vital signs. Rationale: It is possible that the client's nausea is secondary to digoxin toxicity. By obtaining vital signs, the nurse can assess for bradycardia, which is a symptom of digoxin toxicity. The nurse should withhold the medication a...

ATI OXYGENATION PRACTICE 9 1. A nurse is conducting a primary survey of a client who has sustained life-threatening injuries due to a motor-vehicle crash. Identify the sequence of actions the nurse should take. (Move the actions into the box on the right, placing them in the selected order of performance. Use all the steps.) C. Open the airway using a jaw-thrust maneuver. D. Determine effectiveness of ventilator efforts. B. Establish IV access. A. Perform a Glasgow Coma Scale assessment. ...

Chapter 1: Bronchiolitis 1. Which intervention is appropriate for the infant hospitalized with bronchiolitis? Position on the side with neck slightly flexed. ANS: D Cool, humidified oxygen is given to relieve dyspnea, hypoxemia, and insensible fluid loss from tachypnea. The infant should be positioned with the head and chest elevated at a 30- to 40-degree angle and the neck slightly extended to maintain an open airway and decrease pressure on the diaphragm. The etiology of bronchioliti...

MED-SURG RN Form B Exam Questions And Answers All Correct Cancer treatment options: Safety precautions for a sealed radiation implant - ANS ◯ Nursing Actions ■ Place the client in a private room away from other clients when possible. ■ Place an appropriate sign on the door warning of the radiation source. ■ Wear a dosimeter film badge that records personal amounts of radiation exposure. ■ Limit visitors to 30-min visits, and have visitors maintain a distance of 6 ft from the...

Exam 3: NSG316 / NSG 316 (Latest Update 2024 / 2025) Health Assessment Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - GCU Question: too much fluid around lung layers caused by heart failure, cancer, and pulmonary embolism Answer: pleural effusion Question: bacterial infection causes fluid buildup in lungs Answer: pneumonia Question: over 24 breaths per minute Answer: tachypnea Question: what does EIB stand for? Answer: exercised induced bro...

Exam 2: NSG 318/ NSG318 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Pharmacology Guide | Qs & As | 100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- GCU Q: Classification of Albuterol Answer: Beta 2- Adrenergic agonist Q: Albuterol MOA Answer: Binds to beta2 receptors in the lungs causing bronchodilation. Q: Albuterol Side Effects Answer: Tremor, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, restless- ness, agitation, anxiety, sweating, HA, nasopharyngitis, insomnia, weakness, nau- sea, diarrhea, m...

Pharmacology Drug Cards for HESITRADE NAME: (Flonase, Flovent) CLASSIFICATION: Synthetic steroids of glucocorticoid family of drugs ACTIONS: Fluticasone mimics the naturally-occurring hormone produced by the adrenal glands, cortisol or hydrocortisone. The exact mechanism of action of fluticasone is unknown. Fluticasone has potent anti-inflammatory actions. Onset: 1-3 wk. Peak: 4-8hr. INDIDCATIONS: Seasonal allergy rhinitis ROUTES OF ADMINISTRATION: Intranasal 100 mcg (1 inhalation) per nostr...

Pharmacology Final Exam Questions 1. When administering the drug senna to a patient, a health care provider must inform the patient of which of the following a. This drug is intended to lower blood pressure and is best used in combination with other antihypertensives b. This drug is not intended for long term use c. The patient must limit his/her fiber intake d. Advise patient to change positions slowly to limit the risk of orthostatic hypotension 2. When giving digoxin (Lanoxin) to...

a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving morphine, what assessment is priority - CORRECT ANSWER RR a nurse is assessing a client who has been using beclomethasone for 2 weeks to manage her asthma, what is the priority to report to the provider - CORRECT ANSWER bronchospasms a nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for beclomethasone inhaler to use with an albuterol inhaler for asthma maintenance, what should the nurse instruct? - CORRECT ANSWER you should...