Fall 2025/2026 Update | 100% Correct
Question 1
A patient in acute respiratory failure is classified as having ventilatory failure. The nurse understands that which finding is a
potential cause of ventilatory failure?
A. Pulmonary edema
B. Hypovolemic shock
C. Pulmonary embolus
D. Opioid analgesic overdose
Correct Answer
D. Opioid analgesic overdose
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,Question 2
The client in the non-progressive stage of shock will have:
Increased thirst and decreased UO
Normal MAP
MODS
Hypokalemia
Correct Answer
Increased thirst and decreased UO
- MAP will drop 10*
- MODS is late stage*
- Hyperkalemia*
Question 3
Complications of PEEP
Correct Answer
pneumothorax and hypotension
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, Question 4
A client with hypovolemic shock should be positioned:
Prone
High Fowler's
Supine
In the recovery position
Correct Answer
Supine with elevated legs
Question 5
Which IV fluid is the best choice for a patient in hypovolemic shock?
0.45% Sodium Chloride
0.9% NS
Dextrose 10%
Lactated Ringers
Correct Answer
9% NS
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