NUR 431 QUIZZES QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE ANSWERS
What is the preferred method of access for epinephrine administration during cardiac
arrest? - Answer-Peripheral IV
You find an unresponsive pt. who is not breathing. After activating the emergency
response system, you find that there is no pulse. What is the next action? - Answer-
Start compressions at a rate of 100-120/min
What is a common but sometimes fatal mistake in cardiac arrest mgmt.? - Answer-
prolonged interruptions in chest compressions
What action is a component of high quality chest compression? - Answer-allowing for
chest recoil
What alarm is associated w/ a blocked or kinked ET tube - Answer-high pressure alarm
What will cause a low pressure alarm? - Answer-Circuit disconnect
The nurse monitors the pt. w/ positive pressure mechanical ventilation for? - Answer-S/s
of CV insufficiency because the pressure in the chest impedes venous return
You are checking for a pulse in an unresponsive pt. How long do you continue to check
for a pulse before starting compressions? - Answer-5-10 seconds
You have completed the first 2 min. period of CPR. You see an organize, non-
shockable rhythm on the monitor. What is the next action? - Answer-Have a team
member attempt to palpate a carotid (central) pulse
which of the following is a sign of effective CPR? - Answer-PETCO2>10 mmHg
What is the purpose of the MET or RRT? - Answer-Improving pt. outcomes by identify
and treating deterioration
Which treatment or medication is appropriate for the TX of a pt. in asystole? - Answer-
Epinephrine
What is the recommended next step after a defib attempt? - Answer-Begin CPR,
starting w/ chest compressions
If your pt. accidentally removes their chest tube, you should immediately? - Answer-
Cover w/ gauze dressing taped on 3 sides.
COMPLETE ANSWERS
What is the preferred method of access for epinephrine administration during cardiac
arrest? - Answer-Peripheral IV
You find an unresponsive pt. who is not breathing. After activating the emergency
response system, you find that there is no pulse. What is the next action? - Answer-
Start compressions at a rate of 100-120/min
What is a common but sometimes fatal mistake in cardiac arrest mgmt.? - Answer-
prolonged interruptions in chest compressions
What action is a component of high quality chest compression? - Answer-allowing for
chest recoil
What alarm is associated w/ a blocked or kinked ET tube - Answer-high pressure alarm
What will cause a low pressure alarm? - Answer-Circuit disconnect
The nurse monitors the pt. w/ positive pressure mechanical ventilation for? - Answer-S/s
of CV insufficiency because the pressure in the chest impedes venous return
You are checking for a pulse in an unresponsive pt. How long do you continue to check
for a pulse before starting compressions? - Answer-5-10 seconds
You have completed the first 2 min. period of CPR. You see an organize, non-
shockable rhythm on the monitor. What is the next action? - Answer-Have a team
member attempt to palpate a carotid (central) pulse
which of the following is a sign of effective CPR? - Answer-PETCO2>10 mmHg
What is the purpose of the MET or RRT? - Answer-Improving pt. outcomes by identify
and treating deterioration
Which treatment or medication is appropriate for the TX of a pt. in asystole? - Answer-
Epinephrine
What is the recommended next step after a defib attempt? - Answer-Begin CPR,
starting w/ chest compressions
If your pt. accidentally removes their chest tube, you should immediately? - Answer-
Cover w/ gauze dressing taped on 3 sides.
