NSG 223 Med Surg Exam 2 Questions With Correct
Solutions
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
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
Helps prevent alveolar collapse
What intervention do you do for a pt with pulmonary emboli
Following the prescription
Provide oxygen by nasal cannula
What is a pulmonary embolism?
blood clot in the lungs
A collection of particulate matter that enters the
venous system and lodges in the pulmonary
vessels.
• Large emboli obstruct blood flow, resulting in
reduced gas exchange, reduced oxygenation,
Solutions
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
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
Helps prevent alveolar collapse
What intervention do you do for a pt with pulmonary emboli
Following the prescription
Provide oxygen by nasal cannula
What is a pulmonary embolism?
blood clot in the lungs
A collection of particulate matter that enters the
venous system and lodges in the pulmonary
vessels.
• Large emboli obstruct blood flow, resulting in
reduced gas exchange, reduced oxygenation,
