Respiratory and Cardiovascular Disorders Quiz

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What is the primary cause of an elevated heart rate in response to decreased blood pressure?

Dehydration

Which intervention is appropriate for managing hypovolemia?

Blood transfusion

What can lead to hypovolemic shock?

Dehydration

How does the body respond to hypotension?

<p>Increased heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which temperature range is considered normal for oral measurements?

<p>$96-99.5$°F</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of pulse is typically measured at the popliteal site?

<p>Pedal pulse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lab test measures the amount of oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells?

<p>Hemoglobin (Hgb)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of elevated platelet count (PLT)?

<p>Increased clot risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition may cause thrombocytopenia?

<p>Certain cancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical manifestations of hypokalemia?

<p>Irregular pulse</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range for a normal hemoglobin (Hgb) level in females?

<p>12g/dL - 16g/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of aldosterone in the renal system?

<p>Increase sodium retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential cardiac effect of excessive or rapid intravenous potassium infusion?

<p>Peaked T wave on ECG</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition results from a platelet count below 150,000/mm3?

<p><em>Thrombocytopenia</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lab parameter indicates how quickly red blood cells settle at the bottom of a test tube?

<p><em>Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of administering antibiotics with -mycin, such as vancomycin, kanamycin, and gentamicin?

<p>To fight bacterial infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for serum potassium level?

<p><em>3.5 – 5 mEq/L</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

During which position should ear drops be administered in children under 3 years old?

<p>Side lying with the earlobe pointing upwards</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should eye drops be at room temperature before administration?

<p>To avoid dizziness in patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct administration method for nasal medication?

<p>The head should be tilted backward during nasal medication administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which cases should the Z track method be used during intramuscular injections?

<p>For medications with high toxicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate way to administer drops in the conjunctival sac?

<p>Apply drops near the tear duct area</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which patient position should injections be given to promote faster absorption into the bloodstream?

<p>'Dorsal recumbent' position</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Peak' refers to:

<p>'Level of medication at its highest'</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Trough' level indicates:

<p>'Level of medication at its lowest'</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Normal pulse rates' are primarily affected by:

<p>'Age and gender'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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