Compromised gas exchange - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

BESTQUIZZES COMPREHENSIVE EXIT EXAM – PRIORITY ONE 1. A nurse is assessing a client’s pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PAWP). The nurse should recognize that an elevated PAWP indicates which of the following complications? A. Left ventricular failure B. Cardiogenic shock C. Hypovolemia D. Hypotension 2. A nursing planning care for a school-age child who is 4 hr postoperative following perforated appendicitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan ...

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 ? a. dynameter c. barometer b. altimeter d. hygrometer ANS: C Feedback 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 (...

NSG 233 Med Surge 3 Final Exam Questions With Verified Solutions Chest Trauma- Complications - ANS Flail chest is frequently a complication of blunt chest trauma, which may occur from a steering wheel injury, motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian or cyclist, a significant fall onto the chest, or an assault with a blunt weapon. As with rib fracture, treatment of flail chest is usually supportive. Management includes providing ventilatory support, clearing secretions from the lungs, and co...

Chest Trauma- Complications - ANSWERSFlail chest is frequently a complication of blunt chest trauma, which may occur from a steering wheel injury, motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian or cyclist, a significant fall onto the chest, or an assault with a blunt weapon. As with rib fracture, treatment of flail chest is usually supportive. Management includes providing ventilatory support, clearing secretions from the lungs, and controlling pain. For mild-to-moderate flail chest injuries, the un...

emphysema - Answer abnormal permanent enlargement of gas-exchange airways (acini) accompanied by destruction of alveolar walls without obvious fibrosis. Obstruction results from inflammatory and destructive changes in lung tissues, rather than mucus production as in chronic bronchitis. emphysema cues - Answer Shortness of breath: Gradually worsening over time, particularly during exertion. Chronic cough: Often a dry, persistent cough. Difficulty exhaling: Due to damaged air sacs in the lu...

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5/3/19 ATI FUNDAMENTALS EXAM 1. CHAPTER 1: HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS A. Components of Health care systems a. Participants 1. Consumers- clients 2. Providers a. Licensed providers: registered nurses, license practical (or vocational) nurses (LPN), advanced practice nurses (APN), medical doctors, pharmacists, dentists, dietitians, physical/respiratory/occupational therapists, etc b. Unlicensed providers: assistive personal b. Settings 1. Hospitals, homes, skilled nursing, assisted living, schoo...

Fluid balance - answer--A term used to describe the balance of the INPUT and OUTPUT of fluids in the body to allow metabolic processes to function properly. Dehydration physiologic changes - answer--Assess- Skin turgor, mucus membranes Labs: BUN, electrolyte panel (Na, Cl, K), Hcg, Hbg. Diagnostic: Urine specific gravity Meds: Are you on a diuretic, steroid, or laxative? Plan: Give fluids Gas exchange - answer--Process by which oxygen is transported TO cells and carbon dioxide is trans...

Paramedic Airway FISDAP Review Part 1 Exam 2024 Already Graded A. Appropriate airway management - Answer *Steps must be performed in order. Bypass steps that do not apply.* a. Open and maintain a patent airway. b. Recognize and treat airway obstructions. c. Assess ventilation and oxygenation status. d. Administer supplemental oxygen. e.Provide ventilatory assistance. Upper airway - Answer Consists of all anatomic airway structures above the glottic opening. *1. Tongue* a. Must be man...

ACUTE RESP DISTRESS SYNDROME (ARDS) 1. The unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is bathing the client diagnosed with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The bed is in a high position with the opposite side rail in the low position. Which action should the nurse implement? 1. Demonstrate the correct technique for giving a bed bath. 2. Encourage the UAP to put the bed in the lowest position. 3. Instruct the UAP to get another person to help with the bath. 4. Provide praise for perform...

Chapter 4: Ventilation 1. The nurse is assessing a patient’s ventilation. Which finding indicates adequate ventilation? A) Decreased respiratory rate B) Abnormal lung sounds C) Normal arterial blood gases D) Use of accessory muscles Answer: C) Normal arterial blood gases Rationale: Normal arterial blood gases indicate that the patient is effectively ventilating and maintaining adequate oxygenation and carbon dioxide elimination. NCLEX Reference: Assessment of ventilation (NCLEX-RN Te...