AAA priority Correct Answers Fluid replacement
After pacemaker placement surgery Correct Answers Assess
surgery sight and bradycardia (pt on telemetry)
Cardiac cath post- op Correct Answers If they went through
femoral artery, immobilize that leg
Cardiac Tamponade s/s Correct Answers high HR, low B/P,
bilateral JVD
Chemical stress test Correct Answers Pushes drug so heart
mimics physical activity
Chest tube thoracostomy Correct Answers Check tubing for
kinks before calling PCP
complication of endocarditis Correct Answers Rheumatic fever
Diagnosing lung cancer Correct Answers chest x-ray, test
sputum, CT scan
Educating family on reason for chest tube Correct Answers
Removes or drain fluid, air or blood
Educating patient's with arrythmias about diet Correct Answers
Tea and coffee still have caffeine