RNSG 1261 Pre&PostSim Quiz MEDSURG Scen5 latest Fall 2022/2023

Pre-Quiz MEDSURG: Scenario 5 – Margaret C. 1. Which position does the patient need to assume for a thoracentesis of the left lung? A. Flat in reverse Trendelenburg's B. Sitting at the bedside with arms on the overbed table C. On the right side D. Supine in high Fowler's with arms raised 2. The nurse should suspect a respiratory condition when the patient complains of which symptoms? A. Chest pain, edema, and dyspnea B. Cough, dyspnea, and sputum production C. Headache, palpitations, and blurred vision D. Nausea, fever, and malaise 3. Chemotherapy is most commonly administered intravenously. What is the primary concern when administering a vesicant chemotherapeutic drug? A. Damage to the intima of the vein B. Damage that may limit fu