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What direct-acting dopamine receptor agonist is recommended to be used in the treatments of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) fo help lower the dopamine blockade? A) benzotropine (Cogentin) B) bromocriptine (Parlodel) C) dantrolene (Dantrium) D) trihexyphenidyl (Artane) Correct Answer: A) Bromocriptine (Parlodel) is the recommended direct acting dopamine receptor agonist to help decrease the dopamine blockade. Danrolene (Dantrium) is a muscle relaxant. Benzotropine (Cogentin) and Tri...

1. A 45-year-old patient is found supine on the floor. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations, and vomitus in and around the mouth. What course of action should be taken next? a. Initiate an IV and administer naloxone b. Supplemental oxygen and suction c. Obtain a blood glucose level d. Begin BVM ventilations {{Correct Ans- b. Supplemental oxygen and suction 2. Patients with a history of COPD that present with an acute onset of shortness of breath are likely to ha...

Which of the following may cause primary respiratory alkalosis? Correct Answer: Fever A quadriplegic male is experiencing difficulty breathing and restlessness. His skin is warm and his urine is dark, yellow and cloudy. Vital signs are BP 86/68, P-128, R-24, temp 101.2 F (38degrees C). Which type of shock should you suspect? Correct Answer: Septic A 20-year-old male college student complains of acute onset of fever, headache, vomiting, and malaise. He appears ill and has a petechial rash ...

What condition is most likely to cause respiratory acidosis? {{Correct Ans- In larger doses narcotics induce respiratory depression and eventually respiratory arrest. AMLS Page 95 A 65-year-old female complains of chest pain that feels like "aching" in her chest. It has become progressively worse over several days. Her temperature is 38.3 degrees C (100 F). Which finding will help narrow your differential diagnosis to pericarditis? {{Correct Ans- 12 lead ECG will demonstrate global ST-segm...

1. The Ambulatory care Nurse is triaging a client whose chief complaint is chest pain. What is a priority action for the nurse to take? A. Complete full head to toe B. Administer ASA C. Perform Electrocardiogram (ECG) D. Call 911 . Answer- C. Perform an Electrocardiogram 2.Which of the following is essential for the ambulatory care nurse to remind the client of when performing an Electrocardiogram? A. Take a deep breath during the test B. Hold you breath during the test C. Try not to m...

If one procedure needs a default Order Class of "Clinic Performed", can all procedures be assigned to the same category? Explain. CORRECT ANSWERYes. The procedure needing the "Clinic Perform" Order Class can be setup in the procedure record and it would override the Procedure Category List. Name the procedure hierarchy's three levels. CORRECT ANSWERProcedure, Procedure Category and System Definition What is the purpose of the procedure category? CORRECT ANSWERAdministrators use procedu...

What does the Order Composer Configuration (OCC) record with a context of Ambulatory control? (Think: CSD (cool surfer dude)) - Answer 1. Controlled Items 2. Summary Sentence/Items 3. Display Items Order Composer Configuration (OCC) Records definition: - Answer another type of record that affects the look and feel of the order composer in Hyperspace Epic classifies any order that is not a medication as a _______________. - Answer procedure Procedure records are used for: - Answer 1. Pla...

The question "Is the patient pregnant?" should appear for any imaging orderables. What type of question record needs to be built? - Correct answer-Build an order specific question. Describe the most efficient way to have the same question appear for all the diagnostic imaging procedures. - Correct answer-Link the procedure category for those imaging tests to the question. Dr. Mica orders a procedure called Amb Referral to Dermatology. Would this be an orderable, performable, chargeable,...

Name three types of institutions where an ALAT could work - ANSWER public health organizations, research and teaching institutions, pharmaceutical and biological product companies List the three levels of AALAS Technician Certification - ANSWER Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician, Laboratory Animal Technician, Laboratory Animal Technologist Other than the ALAT Manual, name the publications you must read and study to prepare for the exam - ANSWER The Guide for the Care and Use of Laborat...

1. Ms. Moore plans to retire when she turns 65 in a few months. She is in excellent health and will have considerable income when she retires. She is concerned that her income will make it impossible for her to qualify for Medicare. What could you tell her to address her concern?  Medicare is a program for people age 65 or older and those under age 65 with certain disabilities, end-stage renal disease, and Lou Gehrig’s disease so she will be eligible for Medicare. 2. Mrs. Chen will be...