Prophecy Surgical ICU Exam Questions and
Answers (Grade A+)
1) Please interpret the acid-base abnormality: pH = 7.56, PaCO2 = 24 mm Hg,
HCO3 = 23 mEq/L - ANSWER: Respiratory Alkalosis
2) Manifestations of DKA are the results of severe dehydration and acidosis. One
of those manifestations is Kussmaul's respirations. This compensatory response
does what? - ANSWER: Causes increased rate and depth of respirations, with
longer expiration
3) An adult woman is admitted with metabolic acidosis. Which set of ABG's would
the nurse find? - ANSWER: pH = 7.30
PCO2 = 36
HCO3 = 18
4) Regarding a patient's blood transfusion, which information about patient
observation is CORRECT? - ANSWER: Direct observation and vital signs
during initiation and at frequent intervals during the transfusion
5) The initial dose of atropine for a conscious adult experiencing symptomatic
bradycardia is: - ANSWER: 0.5 mg IVP
6) Ventilation/perfusion V/Q scan of a client with pulmonary embolism who has no
other pulmonary disease - ANSWER: Normal ventilation, decreased perfusion
7) The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) measures what three areas: - ANSWER:
Eye opening, verbal response to pain, motor response to pain
8) In acute myocardial infarction (AMI), hemodynamic measurements reveal: -
ANSWER: Low cardiac output/cardiac index
9) Antidote to Heparin - ANSWER: Protamine Sulfate
10) The MOST appropriate method to initially verify appropriate endotracheal tube
placement includes: - ANSWER: CO2 detector, three point auscultation
11) What is the preferred site to infuse vasopressors such as dopamine and
levophed? - ANSWER: Central Line
12) What is the normal range for CVP? - ANSWER: 2-8 mm Hg
13) Special care should be given when administering IV Dopamine because: -
ANSWER: Infiltration leads to tissue necrosis #$%^^#$
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Answers (Grade A+)
1) Please interpret the acid-base abnormality: pH = 7.56, PaCO2 = 24 mm Hg,
HCO3 = 23 mEq/L - ANSWER: Respiratory Alkalosis
2) Manifestations of DKA are the results of severe dehydration and acidosis. One
of those manifestations is Kussmaul's respirations. This compensatory response
does what? - ANSWER: Causes increased rate and depth of respirations, with
longer expiration
3) An adult woman is admitted with metabolic acidosis. Which set of ABG's would
the nurse find? - ANSWER: pH = 7.30
PCO2 = 36
HCO3 = 18
4) Regarding a patient's blood transfusion, which information about patient
observation is CORRECT? - ANSWER: Direct observation and vital signs
during initiation and at frequent intervals during the transfusion
5) The initial dose of atropine for a conscious adult experiencing symptomatic
bradycardia is: - ANSWER: 0.5 mg IVP
6) Ventilation/perfusion V/Q scan of a client with pulmonary embolism who has no
other pulmonary disease - ANSWER: Normal ventilation, decreased perfusion
7) The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) measures what three areas: - ANSWER:
Eye opening, verbal response to pain, motor response to pain
8) In acute myocardial infarction (AMI), hemodynamic measurements reveal: -
ANSWER: Low cardiac output/cardiac index
9) Antidote to Heparin - ANSWER: Protamine Sulfate
10) The MOST appropriate method to initially verify appropriate endotracheal tube
placement includes: - ANSWER: CO2 detector, three point auscultation
11) What is the preferred site to infuse vasopressors such as dopamine and
levophed? - ANSWER: Central Line
12) What is the normal range for CVP? - ANSWER: 2-8 mm Hg
13) Special care should be given when administering IV Dopamine because: -
ANSWER: Infiltration leads to tissue necrosis #$%^^#$
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