What is cardiac arrest - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

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What is the current recommended dose of intravenous or intraosseous epinephrine in adult patients with cardiac arrest? 10 mg every 10 minutes 1 mg every 3-5 minutes 1 mg every 7 minutes 0.1 mg every 2 minutes - 1 mg every 3-5 minutes A patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is MOST likely to suffer from what condition? Diabetes mellitus Cerebral palsy Diabetes Insipidus Myxedema coma - Diabetes Insipidus A patient presents after sustaining a roll-over motor vehicle accident. They...

NBSTSA CST 2023/ 2024 Exam Version 1| Questions and Verified Answers|100% Correct (2023/ 2024 Latest Update) Grade A Q: pad-like sac or cavity that prevents friction within a joint is known as a A. Bursa. B. Fossa. C. Ganglion. D. Ligament. Answer: A. Bursa. Q: a resectoscope is used to resect the A. Ovaries. B. Prostate. C. Vas deferens. D. Fallopian tubes. Answer: B. Prostate. Q: a cardiac arrest occurs during a procedure, and the surge...

1. A patient is in cardiac arrest. The cardiac monitor shows asystole. In addition to providing continuous high-quality CPR, what is the other priority intervention for this patient? - Administering epinephrine as early as possible 2. A patient has experienced return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) after cardiac arrest. The healthcare team is conducting a secondary assessment to determine the possible cause of the patient's cardiac arrest. Before the arrest, the patient exhibited jugul...

ACLS quiz with Complete Solutions 100% Verified Which are the elements of a system of care? - Correct Answer Structure, processes, system, patient outcome What element of a system of care is represented by properly functioning resuscitation equipment? - Correct Answer Structure Among others, which factor has been associated with improved survival in patients with cardiac arrest? - Correct Answer Immediate high- quality CPR What is the first link in the out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (O...

Chapter 01: Overview of Professional Nursing Concepts for Medical-Surgical Nursing Ignatavicius: Medical-Surgical Nursing, 10th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A new nurse is working with a preceptor on a medical-surgical unit. The preceptor advises the new nurse that which is the priority when working as a professional nurse? a. Attending to holistic client needs b. Ensuring client safety c. Not making medication errors d. Providing client-focused care ANS: B All actions are appropria...

Final Exam: NR571/ NR 571 (2023/ 2024 New Update) Complex Diagnosis & Management in Acute Care Practicum Exam Review |Weeks 5-8 | Questions and 100% Correct Verified Answers - Chamberlain QUESTION A DNR order is signed and a patient has an implantable device. What should be the next step? Answer: implantable cardiac devices: -continuous pacing by a PPM or AICD -uses an LVAD these devices should be deactivated If a DNR order is signed or if a withdrawal of LST is desired by t...

What is the most reliable method of confirming and montioring correct placement of an ET tube? - Answer- Continuous waveform capnography The upper airway consists of... - Answer- Nose, Mouth, Jaw, Oral Cavity, Pharynx, and Larynx No gas exchange occurs here __________, it's called ____________. - Answer- Nose to terminal bronchioles, anatomical dead space. (2ml/kg of inspired tidal volume) They conduct airflow towards gas exchange units. Crycothyroid membrane - Answer- between thyroid ...

ACLS Exam A 2020 Questions & Answers Which of these tests should be performed for a pt with suspected stroke as early as possible but no more than 20 min after hospital arrival? - ANSWER-Noncontrast CT scan of head Which best describes this rhythm? - ANSWER-Monomorphic Vent Tach Which is an acceptable method of selecting an appropriately sized oropharyngeal airway? - ANSWER-Measure from the corner of the mouth to the angle of mandible You are caring for a pt with a suspected stroke...

Exam 2: NUR209 / NUR 209 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Medical-Surgical Nursing II | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct - Fortis Question: Those patients with renal cancer can have what procedure done? Answer: Renal Artery Embolization- this cuts off the flow of blood to the tumor. Question: When you have a list of lab values, and are asked which one would you call the provider about- if the K is abnormal this is nearly Always the right answer. It is more important than ...