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A 22-year-old man is hypotensive and tachycardic after a shotgun wound to the left shoulder. His blood pressure is initially 80/40 mm Hg. After initial fluid resuscitation his blood pressure increases to 122/84 mm Hg. His heart rate is now 100 beats per minute and his respiratory rate is 28 breaths per minute. A tube thoracostomy is performed for decreased left chest breath sounds with the return of a small amount of blood and no air leak. After chest tube insertion, the most appropriate ne...

How was the success of the program or policy measured? According to CMS, (n.d), data is collected for analysis to determine the success of the Medicare program through interview with medical staff, focus group with caregiver staff and focus group with patients; family members, patient satisfaction surveys, financial analysis, evaluation from medical team, number of referrals, and staff turnover rate. However, Medicare part D was evaluated through patient satisfaction survey and financial ...

A 28 year old female is being evaluated for an acute onset of an alteration in mentation. She complained of a stiff neck and persistent headache. Vital signs are P112, R22 and regular, BP 144/88, SpO2 95% and T 102.3°F (39°C). The healthcare provider should observe for which complication? - correct answeresSeizurecorrect answerA 45 year old patient is found supine on the floor of the Triage area. Healthcare providers note pinpoint pupils, shallow respirations and vomitus in and around the...

Exam 1 term 3 pnvn 1631 What is hyperlipidemia? High levels of lipids (fats) in the blood. Hyperlipidemia is a major cause of what? Atherosclerosis What is atherosclerosis? – Build up of fats, cholesterol, hardening of the arteries What puts you at high risk for atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease –  Low levels of hdl  High levels of ldl  Primary treatments for hyperlipidemia – - Weigh reduction - Low cholesterol & fat - Exercise - What is the action of bile...

ATI RN MED SURG PROCTORED EXAM Question 1 (1 point) Chi The nurse uses topical gentamicin sulfate (Garamycin) on a client’s burn injury. Which laboratory value will the nurse monitor? ATI med-surg Pg. 504 A) Creatinine B) Red blood cells C) Sodium D) Magnesium level Question 2 (1 point) Lily p. 1860 under infection prevention section---i didnt find something that specifically stated the answer in D but this is how I am interpreting the information. The family of a client who has bee...

SAMPLE stands for - ANSWER-Signs and symptoms Allergies Medication Past medical history Last oral intake Events leading up to A patient has cool skin, shallow breathing and a diminished LOC. Your interventions would be: - ANSWER-Increase depth of respirations, high flow oxygen, and transport ASAP Initial Assessment includes - ANSWER-Forming a general impression A fall patient has discoloration and tenderness to the left side of the chest. Upon auscultation, you hear diminished br...

2. _______ has been enhanced with extensions that support OLAP type processing and data generation. [1] SQL [2] DBMS [3] DBLC [4] SDLC. 3. Data stored in the company database must be protected from access by unauthorized users. Data measures include all of the following EXCEPT…. [1] User authentication [2] Physical security [3] Data encryption [4] Top down authentication 4. The following is NOT a factor that influences the choice of database design strategies. [1] The company’s...

Question 1 9 / 10 pts Click this link to access the Periodic Table. This may be helpful throughout the exam. Show the calculation of the molar solubility (mol/L) of Mg(OH)2, Ksp of Mg(OH)2 = 1.8 x 10-11 . Your Answer: ksp= [ M g + 2 ] [ O H − ] 2 = (s ) (2s) 2 s 3 = 1.8 x 10 − 11 / 4 s= 3 ( 1.8 x 10 − 11 4 ) s= 1.65 x 10 − 4 mol/L Mg(OH)2 (s) Mg+2 (aq) + 2 OH-1 (aq) (s) (s) (2s) 1.8 x 10-11 = [Mg+2] x [OH-1] 2 1.8 x 10-11 = [s] x [2s]2 This study source was downloaded b...

Chapter 241.The index of suspicion is MOST accurately defined as:A.the way in which traumatic injuries occur.B.a predictable pattern that leads to serious injuries.C.your concern for potentially serious underlying injuries.D.the detection of less obvious life-threatening injuries.2.When assessing the interior of a crashed motor vehiclefor damage, you are gathering information regarding the:A.index of suspicion.B.mechanism of injury.C.kinetic energy.D.potential energy. 3.When a motor vehicle str...

Chapter 15 - Infection Learning Objectives  Describe alterations in the immune system related to aging.  Describe nutritional factors that influence immune status.  Describe psychosocial factors that influence immune status.  Describe the effect of lifestyle factors on immune status.  Describe the effect of medications and drugs on immune status.  Identify strategies to prevent nosocomial or community-acquired infections.  Incorporate nutritional, psychosocial, and l...