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What is the primary purpose of using hypothermia after cardiac arrest?
What is the primary purpose of using hypothermia after cardiac arrest?
- To improve coordination and judgment
- To increase the body's metabolic rate and oxygen demand
- To induce hallucinations and stupor
- To reduce the body's metabolic rate and oxygen demand (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a possible physical effect of hypothermia?
Which of the following is NOT a possible physical effect of hypothermia?
- Slurred speech
- Decreased respirations
- Increased heart rate (correct)
- Amnesia
How is rewarming typically carried out for a person experiencing hypothermia?
How is rewarming typically carried out for a person experiencing hypothermia?
- Immersing in cold water
- Covering with blankets (correct)
- Application of ice packs
- Exposing to cold air
Which type of thermometer uses infrared sensors to detect heat from the tympanic membrane?
Which type of thermometer uses infrared sensors to detect heat from the tympanic membrane?
What type of thermometer is battery operated and can measure oral, rectal, and axillary temperature over a few seconds to 30 seconds?
What type of thermometer is battery operated and can measure oral, rectal, and axillary temperature over a few seconds to 30 seconds?
Which method is used to improve outcomes after cardiac arrest by reducing the body's metabolic rate and oxygen demand?
Which method is used to improve outcomes after cardiac arrest by reducing the body's metabolic rate and oxygen demand?
What is the normal range for tachycardia?
What is the normal range for tachycardia?
What term is used to describe the pulse when it is forceful and bounding?
What term is used to describe the pulse when it is forceful and bounding?
What should be immediately reported if accompanied by bradycardia?
What should be immediately reported if accompanied by bradycardia?
When is the apical pulse preferred for assessment?
When is the apical pulse preferred for assessment?
What equipment is used when peripheral pulses are difficult to palpate or auscultate?
What equipment is used when peripheral pulses are difficult to palpate or auscultate?
What reflects the strength of left ventricular contraction?
What reflects the strength of left ventricular contraction?
What is the immediate action that should be taken if a patient with orthostatic hypotension experiences dizziness, tachycardia, and blurred vision?
What is the immediate action that should be taken if a patient with orthostatic hypotension experiences dizziness, tachycardia, and blurred vision?
What defines orthostatic hypotension?
What defines orthostatic hypotension?
What are some possible causes of orthostatic hypotension?
What are some possible causes of orthostatic hypotension?
How should a nurse assess orthostatic hypotension?
How should a nurse assess orthostatic hypotension?
What is one of the nursing interventions for managing orthostatic hypotension?
What is one of the nursing interventions for managing orthostatic hypotension?
What is another term for orthostatic hypotension?
What is another term for orthostatic hypotension?
In addition to blood loss and dehydration, what are other causes of orthostatic hypotension?
In addition to blood loss and dehydration, what are other causes of orthostatic hypotension?
What is a possible sign or symptom associated with orthostatic hypotension?
What is a possible sign or symptom associated with orthostatic hypotension?
