185 Nursing questions with correct answers

NPSG Correct Answer-1.) Answer lights ASAP 2.) Read back orders 3.) Time out before surgery 4.) Check settings on vent 5.) Identify pt Vent alarm going off Correct Answer-1.) Check all tubing for disconnections 2.) Suction pt 3.) If still alarming- disconnect & ambu bag pt Ventilator Associated Pneumonia Correct Answer-1.) Elevate HOB 30-45 degrees 2.) Mouth care w/ chlorehexidine 3.) Administer prescribed medications (antibiotics) 4.) Peptic ulcer prophylaxis Suctioning Correct Answer-1.) First hyperoxygenated 2.) Suction for 10 secs 3.) No saline into ET tube or trach 4.) Sterile procedures (change catheter after every use) 5.) Apply suction as you remove catheter Gas Exchange Correct Answer-1.) Trach care- clean inner cannula w/ NS, remove old dressing, assess skin, steri