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From the atmosphere, what structures does air pass through during ventilation? - Answer- Starts in atmosphere, then nose, nasopharyngeal space/orophargyneal space (if mouth breather), then pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli What is the purpose of the nasal passages and nasopharynx? - Answer- To warm/humidify air as it passes through What is the difference between respiration and ventilation? - Answer- Respiration refers to the exchange of gases in the alveoli, ventilat...

What carries blood away from the heart? CORRECT ANSWERS: arteries what causes myocardial ischemia? CORRECT ANSWERS: lack of adequate oxygen supply to the heart What is glaucoma? CORRECT ANSWERS: increased intraocular pressure what meds treat glaucoma? CORRECT ANSWERS: miotics, beta blocker what is the action of miotics CORRECT ANSWERS: decreases eye pressure What are cataracts? CORRECT ANSWERS: secondary infection, congenital disorder, reaction to medicafions or chemical toxicity what are sympto...

Healthstream Post-Test (2023/ 2024 Update) 100% Correct| Questions and Verified Answers| Graded A QUESTION A mechanically ventilated patient from the OR is admitted to the ICU following an MVA. The patient experienced head trauma and blunt trauma to the abdomen. You are assessing this patient and notice that his heart rate is 130-145 per minute in sinus tachycardia; his CVP is 2. The patient remains hypotensive despite the use of vasopressors. The patient has a chest tube connected ...

ATI PHARMACOLOGY 2019 PROCTORED EXAM -STUDY GUIDE 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

What carries blood away from the heart? CORRECT ANSWERS: arteries what causes myocardial ischemia? CORRECT ANSWERS: lack of adequate oxygen supply to the heart What is glaucoma? CORRECT ANSWERS: increased intraocular pressure what meds treat glaucoma? CORRECT ANSWERS: miotics, beta blocker what is the action of miotics CORRECT ANSWERS: decreases eye pressure What are cataracts? CORRECT ANSWERS: secondary infection, congenital disorder, reaction to medicafions or chemical toxicity what are sympto...

During normal inspiration, which of the following occurs? a. Alveoli at the apexes expand less than those at the bases. b. Alveoli at the apexes expand more than those at the bases. c. Alveoli at the bases and apexes expand almost equally. d. Alveoli at the bases expand less than those at the apexes. ANS: A Like perfusion, ventilation also is increased in the lung bases, with approximately four times as much ventilation going to the bases than to the apexes of the upright lung. DIF: Appl...

Gastrointestinal Disorders 4 Case Study 42 Acute Diverticulitis  Scena T.H., a 57-year-old stockbroker, has come to the gastroenterologist for treatment of recurrent mild to severe cramping in his abdomen and blood-streaked stool. You are the registered nurse doing his ini- tial workup. Your findings include a mildly obese man who demonstrates moderate guarding of his abdomen with both direct and rebound tenderness, especially in the left lower quadrant (LLQ). His vital signs are 1...

HESI FUNDAMENTALS RN EXIT V1TEST BANK Q/A(S) 1. Wheezing is often associated with asthma- assess breathing patterns and learnabout any precipitating factors that caused the onset of the wheezing 2. A male client with limited mobility is discharged with home health services. Whenthe home health nurse arrives, the client asks what he does for the swelling in hisleg. Which should the nurse implement? -instruct the client to flex both of his feet several times a day 3. A client at an outpati...

Exam (elaborations) NR 222 PRACTICE QUIZ 1|CHAMBERLAIN COLLEGE OF NURSING NR 222 PRACTICE QUIZ 1|CHAMBERLAIN COLLEGE OF NURSING Which of the following is considered tertiary prevention? (Points : 1) Diet and lifestyle modification to lower blood pressure and cholesterol Screening for colorectal cancer Immunization Cardiac rehabilitation followin

ATI Leadership Proctored Exam (13 Versions), (ATI RN Leadership Proctored Exam, NCLEX- RN ), Verified And Correct Answers, Secure HIGHSCORE. Latest 2021 1. A nurse manager is preparing to institute a new system for scheduling staff. Several nurses have verbalized their concern over the possible changes that will occur. Which of the following is an appropriate method to facilitate the adoption of the new scheduling system? A. Identify nurses who accept the change to help influence...