Prophecy Surgical ICU Exam A v3 || with Error-free Solutions

Please interpret the acid-base abnormality: pH = 7.56, PaCO2 = 24 mm Hg, HCO3 = 23 mEq/L correct answers Respiratory Alkalosis Manifestations of DKA are the results of severe dehydration and acidosis. One of those manifestations is Kussmaul's respirations. This compensatory response does what? correct answers Causes increased rate and depth of respirations, with longer expiration An adult woman is admitted with metabolic acidosis. Which set of ABG's would the nurse find? correct answers pH = 7.30 PCO2 = 36 HCO3 = 18 Regarding a patient's blood transfusion, which information about patient observation is CORRECT? correct answers Direct observation and vital signs during initiation and at frequent intervals during the transfusion The initial dose of atropine for a conscious adult experiencing symptomatic bradycardia is: correct answers 0.5 mg IVP Ventilation/perfusion V/Q scan of a client with pulmonary embolism who has no other pulmonary disease correct answers Normal ventilation, decreased perfusion The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) measures what three areas: correct answers Eye opening, verbal response to pain, motor response to pain In acute myocardial infarction (AMI), hemodynamic measurements reveal: correct answers Low cardiac output/cardiac index Antidote to Heparin correct answers Protamine Sulfate The MOST appropriate method to initially verify appropriate endotracheal tube placement includes: correct answers CO2 detector, three point auscultation What is the preferred site to infuse vasopressors such as dopamine and levophed? correct answers Central Line What is the normal range for CVP? correct answers 2-8 mm Hg Special care should be given when administering IV Dopamine because: correct answers Infiltration leads to tissue necrosis You are caring for an 80-year-old female status post small bowel resection. Cardiac history of MI and CHF. Pt is 6hrs post op and VS as follows: HR 110 NSR BP 160/73