Nursing Care and Patient Management Quiz

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<p>Assess the patient's blood pressure and heart rate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fever (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To relieve fluid overload (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce mortality after global ischemia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the risk of ventricular remodeling (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent the heart from beating too slowly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>tachypnea and decreased breath sounds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>continuous bubbling in the suction control chamber (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As soon as the patient safely can (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Airway, breathing, circulation, disability, exposure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Administer IV fluids at a specific rate based on TBSA and body weight (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clamp the distal end of the chest tube (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>START</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Monitor the patient's respiratory rate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Monitor the amount of drainage (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Observe the tracheostomy site for bleeding (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is important to have regular follow-up appointments with your doctor (A), It is important to keep a list of emergency contact numbers and where to obtain supplies (B), You should learn how to suction your tracheostomy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Continue to monitor the drainage system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Medications that block calcium channels, decreasing heart contractility and lowering blood pressure.

Medications that inhibit the Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme, decreasing blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.

Flexible tubes used to remove air or fluid from the pleural space to help lungs expand.

A condition where body fluids are insufficient, leading to dehydration or hypovolemia.

An elevated level of potassium in the blood, which can lead to dangerous heart rhythms.

A procedure that restores a normal heartbeat by delivering a shock in sync with the heart's rhythm.

A fast, life-threatening heart rhythm originating in the ventricles, often requiring intervention.

A monitoring method to assess the level of carbon dioxide in exhaled air, important for verifying airway placement.

Air in the pleural space, leading to lung collapse, often treated with a chest tube.

Damage to the heart muscle, commonly due to lack of oxygen, such as in carbon monoxide poisoning.

Low blood sugar levels that can lead to symptoms like shakiness and confusion.

A protein used to assess protein synthesis and nutritional status, especially in burn patients.

Nutrition provided through IV, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract.

A medication used to treat heart conditions by improving heart contractility.

When a chest tube is accidentally removed, necessitating coverage with a sterile occlusive dressing.

Essential for patients with fluid deficits, commonly done with IV solutions such as Ringer's or Saline.

The process of prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition during emergencies.

Includes monitoring vital signs, pain level, and airway patency in the PACU.

A condition caused by multiple rib fractures resulting in chest wall instability.

A scale used to assess consciousness levels; a score of 8 or below indicates severe impairment.

Medications that prevent blood clotting, requiring careful management before surgery.

A dangerous condition that can occur when feeding is resumed in malnourished patients, leading to severe electrolyte imbalances.

Formation of a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the legs; can lead to serious complications.

Temporary impairment of bowel function after surgery leading to abdominal distension and discomfort.

Age, comorbidities, medications, and lifestyle factors affecting surgical outcomes.

Deficient nutrition resulting from inadequate intake, absorption, or utilization of nutrients.

A method to assist or replace spontaneous breathing using machines; carefully monitored by nurses.

Includes pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to treat pain from burn injuries.

Abnormally low blood pressure that may require intervention in critically ill patients.

Providing essential calories and nutrients, either enterally or parenterally to improve recovery outcomes.

Used in patients with severe respiratory distress or failure and may require intubation.

Medications given to relax patients before surgery, aiming to reduce anxiety and discomfort.