Thoracentesis Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Rasmussen College MDC 3 FINAL Exam | 100% Correct Answers | Latest 2024 Version 1. The nurse is arriving at the beginning of her shift and has taken report on four clients on a medical-surgical unit. Which client should the nurse see first? A. A client with hypertension with a blood pressure of 172/92 mm Hg. B. A client with pain that is two days postoperative from a prostatectomy. C. A client ready for discharge education after treatment of an acute kidney injury. D. A client with a histo...

RN adult medical surgical online practice 2019 B with NGN CORRECTLY ANSWERED REVISED 2023//2024 A nurse is assessing for compartment syndrome in a client who has a short leg cast. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of this condition? A. Bounding pedal pulse B. Capillary refill less than 2 seconds C. Pain that increases with passive movement D. Areas of warmth on the cast C. Pain that increases with passive movement A nurse is providing ...

RN VATI Fundamentals 2019 Assessment; Virtual ATI Test_ Answered Fall 2022. A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting and intermediate-acting insulin in one syringe to administer to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Identify the sequence the nurse should follow. A nurse is assessing a client who wears partial dentures and reports mouth pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A nurse is planning care for a client who has dysphagia and is at risk for aspiration. Which o...

RN VATI Fundamentals 2019 Assessment; Virtual ATI Test_ Answered Fall 2023. A nurse is preparing to mix short-acting and intermediate-acting insulin in one syringe to administer to a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Identify the sequence the nurse should follow. A nurse is assessing a client who wears partial dentures and reports mouth pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A nurse is planning care for a client who has dysphagia and is at risk for aspiration. Which o...

Final Exam: NUR571/ NUR 571 (2023/ 2024 Latest Update) Complex Diagnosis & Management in Acute Care Practicum Exam Review |Weeks 5-8 Covered| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Chamberlain Q: A DNR order is signed and a patient has an implantable device. What should be the next step? Answer: implantable cardiac devices: -continuous pacing by a PPM or AICD -uses an LVAD these devices should be deactivated If a DNR order is signed or if a withdrawal of LST is desired by the ...

Indication for paracentesis CORRECT ANSWER *new onset ascites* testing pre-existing fluid evaluation of patient with ascites who is deteriorating and/or signs of SBP therapeutic drainage of recurrent/refractory ascites Relative contraindications for paracentesis: _________ and DIC Overlying skin abnormalities like _______, engorged veins, or __________ CORRECT ANSWER coagulopathies cellulitis abdominal wall hematoma More relative contraindications for paracentesis: Distended __...

What is the difference between pneumothorax, tension pneumothorax, and hemothorax? correct answer: pneumothorax = air or gas in pleural space causing lung collapse (but some air is escaping on expiration) tension pneumothorax = air or gas in the lungs THAT CANNOT EXIT ON EXPIRATION hemothorax = blood in plural space (hemopneumothorax = blood and air) In a tension pneumothorax, air cannot escape: (+/-) pressure compresses makes lungs not be able to inflate How does this affect...

Exam 2: PRN1725/ PRN 1725 (NEW 2024/ 2025 Update) Client-Centered Care IV Review | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A – Rasmussen Q: Most common source of frostbite? Answer: Fingers and toes Q: A client receiving IV vancomycin for bacterial infection within 30 minutes nurse observes hives on the client first action? Answer: Stop infusion Q: Action for non-venom snakebite? Answer: Cleanse wound with mild antiseptic. Q: What client n...

CPSS Paracentesis,Thoracentesis,Chest Tube Questions with Verified Answers Indication for paracentesis - CORRECT ANSWER *new onset ascites* testing pre-existing fluid evaluation of patient with ascites who is deteriorating and/or signs of SBP therapeutic drainage of recurrent/refractory ascites Relative contraindications for paracentesis: _________ and DIC Overlying skin abnormalities like _______, engorged veins, or __________ - CORRECT ANSWER coagulopathies cellulitis abdominal ...

PRN1725/ PRN 1725 Exam 2 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Client-Centered Care IV Complete Guide| Questions and Verified Answers| All Modules Covered| 100% Correct| Grade A - Rasmussen Q: Nursing care for patient on mechanical ventilation Answer: Check physician order each shift & then check vent for proper settings o Check alarms to see that they are on Q: Ventilation troubleshooting Answer: o Keep tubing clear of pooled water; empty water into appropriate receptacle as needed...

Final Exam: NR571/ NR 571 (2023/ 2024 New Update) Complex Diagnosis & Management in Acute Care Practicum Exam Review |Weeks 5-8 | Questions and 100% Correct Verified Answers - Chamberlain QUESTION A DNR order is signed and a patient has an implantable device. What should be the next step? Answer: implantable cardiac devices: -continuous pacing by a PPM or AICD -uses an LVAD these devices should be deactivated If a DNR order is signed or if a withdrawal of LST is desired by t...

Air Methods Critical Care Exam(correct answers 2023) Before PFT's how long should a patient refrain from smoking? Using an inhaler? - CORRECT ANSWER-smoking: 6-8 h inhaler: 4-6 h What test must you do before performing an arterial puncture? - CORRECT ANSWERAllen's test; patency of the ulnar artery- if blood returns to hand in 15s, then the radial artery can be used for the puncture How long should one apply pressure after an arterial puncture? - CORRECT ANSWER5 minutes (20 min if the ...