FUNDAMENTALS CHAPTER 39: CARDIOPULMONARY FUNCTIONING AND OXYGENATION EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT!!

A patient on a cardiac unit who was initially in a normal sinus rhythm informs the nurse of increasing shortness of breath. Referencing Figure Q-2, which interventions are appropriate for this change in rhythm? (Select all that apply.) 1. Warfarin (Coumadin) 2. Prepare for defibrillation 3. Lopressor (Metoprolol) 4. Apply nasal cannulas at 2 L/min 5. Elevate the head of the bed 6. Preparing for transcutaneous pacing 7. Review the current partial thromboplastin time (PTT) lab value - ANSWER 1, 3, 4, 5 A patient returns from thoracic surgery with a chest tube. One hour after the initial physical assessment the nurse notes 750 mL in the last hour of bright red drainage in the collection chamber of the chest tube. Prioritize (order) the list of nursing interventions. 1. Take vital signs 2. Prepare to administer intravenous fluids 3. Notify most responsible health care provider 4. Suggest a current complete blood count be collected - ANSWER 1, 3, 4, 2