Med Surg II Respiratory Disorders Exam 2 content questions with correct answers

A nurse is caring for a pt who developed a pulmonary embolism. Which of the following meds should the nurse anticipate administering? a. furosemide b. dexamethasone c. heparin d. atropine CORRECT ANSWER C. Heparin heparin is an anti-coagulant, used to prevent the enlargement of the existing clot or formation of new clots. A nurse is caring for a client who develops a pulmonary embolism. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first? a. Give morphine IV b. Administer oxygen therapy c. Start an IV infusion of LR solution d. Initiate cardiac monitoring CORRECT ANSWER B. Administer oxygen therapy. hypoxemia with respiratory distress and cyanosis is the greatest risk for a pt. who has a PE. Oxygen therapy should be applied by nasal cannula or mask. Pulse ox also needs to be monitored.