NSG 223 Med Surg Exam 2 Questions
and Answers Graded A+ 2026
What is the difference between a DVT and VTE
a DVT is a stationary clot.
A VTE can be two things : a deep vein thrombus or a pulmonary emboli
What are prevention strategies for PE ?
Perform leg pumps while in bed
Ambulate
Drinking fluids
Stocking compresses
ROMs
Smoke cessation
What is ARDS? What is the sign/symptom
associated?
Acute respiratory syndrome symptoms
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Hypoxemia
Dyspnea
Tachycardia
Causes of ARDS
Trauma
pulmonary infection/aspiration
prolonged cardiopulmonary bypass
shock
fat emboli
sepsis
What is positive end expiratory pressure ( peep)
Positive pressure applied at the end of ventilation which opens up collapsed
alveoli decreasing V/Q mismatch
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