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NURS 8022 Exam 3 Questions and Answer Top Graded 2024
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Which of the following disorders can lead to a low V/Q mismatch? 
A. Pulmonary edema 
B. Pulmonary Embolism 
C. Pulmonary Hypertension 
D. Hypercapnia 
A. Pulmonary edema 
Nitric oxide, which is released by the glomerular endothelial cells, causes which physiological process to occur? 
A. Vasoconstriction 
B. Vasodilation 
B. Vasodilation 
What would be a normal physiological response in regard to osmosis be in a patient with hyperglycemia? 
The patient's serum is hypertonic and the fluid will ...
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Chapter 29 Pulmonary Embolism Guaranteed A+
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Chapter 29 Pulmonary Embolism Guaranteed A+ 
What is the purpose of the D-dimer test in diagnosing pulmonary embolism? 
️️ The D-dimer test measures substances released when a blood clot breaks down, helping to 
indicate the presence of abnormal clotting in the body. 
How does obesity contribute to the risk of pulmonary embolism? 
️️ Obesity can slow blood flow in the veins, particularly in the legs, and increase pressure on veins, 
raising the risk of blood clot formation. 
W...
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Primary Care Interprofessional Collaborative Practice 6th Edition Buttaro Test Bank, All Chapters - Questions and Answers
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Test Bank For Primary Care: A Collaborative Practice 6th Edition By Terry Mahan Buttaro; Patricia Polgar-Bailey; Joanne Sandberg-Cook; JoAnn Trybulski. Chapter 1 Interprofessional Collaborative Practice 2 Translating Research Into Clinical Practice 3 Empowering Patients as Collaborative Partners 4 Coordinated Chronic Care 5 An Introduction to Health Care Disparities and Culturally Responsive Primary Care 6 Patient/Family Education and Health Literacy 7 Genetic Considerations in Primary Care 8 Ri...
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Contemporary management of pulmonary embolism: the answers to ten questions
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Pulmonary embolism (PE) cannot be diagnosed solely 
on a clinical basis, because of the lack of sensitivity 
and specificity of clinical signs and symptoms. Pulmonary angiography is invasive and resource 
demanding. Because the prevalence of PE is relatively 
low (20% or less) amongst individuals who are clinically suspected of having the disease, submitting all 
of them to imaging (multi-detector CT angiography or 
ventilation⁄perfusion lung scintigraphy) would not 
be cost-effective. There...
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2023-2024 RN HESI EXIT Exam With NGN Questions with 100% Correct Answers
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RN HESI EXIT Exam With NGN Questions with 100% Correct Answers 
A patient who recently received a prescription for ramelteon to treat sleep deprivation reports experiencing several side effects since taking the med. Which side effect should the nurse report to the healthcare provider? 
(Correct Ans: - Somnambulism 
 
A pt is scheduled for a spiral CT scan with contrast to evaluate for pulmonary embolism. Which information in the client's history requires follow up by the nurse? 
(Correct Ans...
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Glowacki & Sommers (RCIS Questions) 309 Questions and Answers 2024/2025.
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Glowacki & Sommers (RCIS Questions) 309 Questions and Answers 2024/2025. 
Stroke Volume (SV) is? 
a. related to preload 
b. related to afterload 
c. the same as ejection fraction CORRECT ANSWERS: a. related to preload 
Preload is most impacted by? 
a. mean arterial pressure 
b. increased filling volumes 
c. ejection fraction CORRECT ANSWERS: b. increased filling volumes 
A patient with chronic untreated hypertension would demonstrate? 
a. increased afterload 
b. decreased aferload 
c. decreased ...
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NUR170 / NUR 170 Exam 3 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update): Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Galen
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Exam 3: NUR170 / NUR 170 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Galen Q: Do ACE inhibitors decrease preload, afterload, or both? Answer: Both Q: What lab values should be periodically monitored in a patient taking an ACE1 or ARB? Answer: Renal function needs to be monitored because in some patients these meds can induce renal failure. They also need potassium levels monitored because hyperkalemia can occur...
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Pulmonary Embolism With Case Studies & Rationales
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Pulmonary Embolism With Case Studies & Rationales 
What is the primary cause of blood clots that lead to a pulmonary embolism? 
️️ The primary cause is often deep vein thrombosis (DVT), where blood clots form in deep veins, 
typically in the legs, and travel to the lungs. 
Why is quick diagnosis crucial in pulmonary embolism cases? 
️️ Quick diagnosis is critical because PE can be life-threatening and immediate treatment reduces 
the risk of severe complications or death. 
Wha...
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Pharm HESI Practice Exam QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW!! 2024/ 2025[NEXT GEN]
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Pharm HESI Practice Exam QUESTIONS 
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The nurse is caring for a client who has taken atenolol for 2 
years. The healthcare provider recently changed the 
medication to enalapril to manage the client's blood 
pressure. Which instruction should the nurse provide the 
client regarding the new medication? 
A. Take the medication at bedtime. 
B. Report presence of increased bruising. 
C. Check pulse before taki...
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Test Bank for Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology Essentials of Respiratory Care 7th Edition by Des Jardins
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Test Bank for Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology Essentials of Respiratory Care 7th Edition by Des Jardins Chapter 2 Ventilation 
MULTIPLE CHOICE 
1. What instrument is used to measure P 
atm 
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a. dynameter c. barometer 
b. altimeter d. hygrometer 
ANS: C 
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A 
B 
C 
D 
A barometer is used to measure barometric (P 
B 
A barometer is used to measure barometric (P 
B 
A barometer is used to measure barometric (P 
B 
A barometer is used to measure barometric (P 
B 
) or atmospheric (...
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