Atrial fibrillation - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

1.2 milligrams is equal to how many micrograms? - 1200 mcg Your post-op patient has a Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain in place. How do you ensure effective drain function? - Compress the drain, then plug the bulb to establish suction Your male patient complains of discomfort while inflating the balloon during insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter. What would be the MOST appropriate action? - Deflate the balloon, advance the catheter further, then reinflate the balloon Your patient has symptomatic...

ATI ADVANCED MED SURG PROCTORED 2019 EXAM GUIDE WITH NGN 1. A nurse in a burn treatment center is caring for a client who is admitted with severe burns to both lower extremities and is pending an escharotomy. The client’s spouse asks the nurse what the procedure entails. Which of the following nursing statements is appropriate? a. “large incisions will be made in the eschar to improve circulation” b. “ I can call the doctor back here if you want me to” c. “a piece of skin wi...

Difference between CVD and CHD - CVD: includes heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, heart failure, arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, cardiomyopathy, peripheral artery disease CHD: When atherosclerosis blocks a coronary vessel it is called CHD, the major form of CVD Heart pumps how many times in a normal lifetime? - 3 billion times Heart pumps how many gallons of blood in a lifetime? - 42 million gallons An American dies every________seconds from CVD - 34 seconds ____of 10 coffins in...

Normal sinus rhythm - EKG Regular Rate: 60-100 P Wave: Present, upright PR Interval: 0.12-0.20 sec QRS: <0.12 sec Sinus Bradycardia - EKG Regular Rate: <60 P Wave: Present, upright PR Interval: 0.12-0.20 sec QRS: <0.12 sec Sinus Tachycardia - EKG Regular Rate: 100-150 P Wave: Present, upright PR Interval: 0.12-0.20 sec QRS: <0.12 sec Premature Atrial Contraction - EKG IRREGULAR Rate: depends on underlying rhythm P wave: Present or hidden in T wave PR Interva...

A nurse is providing postoperative teaching for a client who had a total knee arthroplasty. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? - CORRECT ANSWER-Flex the foot every hour when awake. Rationale: The nurse should instruct the client to flex the foot every hour to reduce the risk for thromboembolism and promote venous return. A nurse is caring for a client who has a pneumothorax and a closed-chest drainage system. Which of the following findings is an indication of lu...

Which statement is correct regarding premature ventricular complexes (PVCs)? PVCs originate from the atrium. PVCs may be unifocal or multifocal in origin. PVCs will not lead to ventricular tachycardia. PVCs only originate from one site in the ventricles. PVCs may be unifocal or multifocal in origin. A regular rhythm at a rate of 40-60 beats per minute, with narrow QRS complexes, and no visible P waves, is consistent with the presence of: atrial fibrillation. sinus bradycardia. juncti...

Which of the following medications is MOST commonly indicated for patients with CHF? Ace inhibitors A patient was involved in a motor vehicle accident and CAT scan results reveal a right sided SDH. What would be an expected neurological assessment finding in this patient? Dilated right pupil What is the most common symptom of SIADH? Fluid retention Upon arrival to the unit, you receive report on four PCU patients. Which patient should you attend to FIRST? A patient complaining of shortn...

NR 601 Final Exam (2024) || Questions & Answers (100% Correct) NR 601 Final Exam (2024) || Questions & Answers (100% Correct) Mr. A, experienced a brief onset of right sided weakness, slurred speech and confusion yesterday. The symptoms have resolved and the CT is normal. What is the next step of the plan for Mr. A? a. assure the patient that he will not experience the symptoms again b. identify modifiable cardiovascular risk factors c. order ASA 81mg stat d. order a stat EEG and admin...

Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) John Gates is a 59-year-old male -Answered History of Present Problem: John Gates is a 59-year-old male with a history of diabetes type II and hypertension who was at work when he had sudden onset of right-sided weakness, right facial droop, and difficulty speaking. He was transported to the emergency department (ED) where these symptoms continue to persist. It has been one hour from the onset of his neurologic symptoms when he presents to the ED. You are th...

Medical Surgical HESI RN Exam with NGN (2023/2024) Verified Questions and answersMED-SURGE HESI RN 1. A client on telemetry has a pattern of uncontrolled atrial fibrillation with a rapid ventricular response. Based on this finding, the nurse anticipates assisting the physician with which treatment?