Progressive Care Questions And Answers Graded A+ 2024.

Progressive Care Questions And Answers Graded A+ 2024. Pericarditis - correct answer. Inflammation of the pericardium, CP that goes away w/ mvmt and relieved w/ NSAIDS; ST elevation; Sharp, stabbing CP Pericardial Effusion - correct answer. Accumulation of fluid in the pericardium (the sac around the heart); complication of pericarditis; -SOB, orthopnea, tachycardia (sx of HF) -TX: NSAIDS----> Pericardiocentesis (depending on severity) Pericardiocentesis - correct answer. surgical puncture to aspirate fluid from the sac surrounding the heart Cardiac Tamponade - correct answer. acute compression of the heart caused by fluid accumulation in the pericardial cavity -s/sx: decreased CO, tachycardia, dyspea -ECHO -Pericardiocentesis Hallmark of tamponade: Beck's triade - correct answer. Muffled heart sounds, Distended jugular neck veins, hypotension Carotid Endarterectomy - correct answer. The surgical removal of the lining of a portion of clogged carotid artery leading to the brain. This is done to reduce the risk of a stroke caused by a disruption of blood flow to the brain. Carotid Endarterectomy RN - correct answer. -Frequent neuro checks -Close BP monitoring -Airway monitoring -Monitoring for hematoma formation