Exam 2: NUR170 / NUR 170 (Latest 2025/
2026 Update) Concepts of Medical-Surgical
Nursing Review| Questions & Answers|
Grade A| 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)-
Galen
When should you call for a rapid response? - ANSWER When a patient
has showed signs of deterioration but still has a pulse and is breathing
What should the nurse do during the rapid response before the team arrives? -
ANSWER Stay with the patient and assess vitals and ABC's. Call a code blue
if the patient stops breathing or looses a pulse.
When should you call a code blue? - ANSWER When the patient is not
breathing and does not have a pulse
When should you call for help? - ANSWER If you need assistance but
the patient is stable. For example, patient is on the floor and you need another set
of hands.
Can migraines be genetic? - ANSWER Yes
,What are clusters caused by? - ANSWER An overactive and enlarged
hypothalamus
Are migraines more common in males or females? - ANSWER Females
Are clusters more common in males or females? - ANSWER Males
Describe the symptoms of a migraine. - ANSWER -Unilateral
- Throbbing pain
-Worse with movement
-Photophobia
-N&V
- Can last from 4-72 hours
Describe the symptoms of a cluster headache. - ANSWER - Unilateral
- Nonthrobbing, excruciating
- Felt deep around eye
- Rhinorrhea
-Occurs at same time of day and on routine basis
-Facial edema
- Occurs usually in spring and fall
Where should you place a patient who is experiencing a migraine? - ANSWER
A dark, quiet room, and laying flat
What are some triggers for migraines - ANSWER Caffeine
Red wine
Stress
, MSG
Tyramine
What are some triggers for clusters - ANSWER Usually lifestyle related
-Stress, anger, anxiety
Can be different for each patient
What does an abortive treatment mean? - ANSWER Stop it before it
starts (usually stop at aura)
What is the problem with Triptan medications? - ANSWER They can
cause ischemia in the heart which can cause a heart attack
What are some medications that can be prescribed for patients who receive
migraines almost daily? - ANSWER Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Antiepileptics
When on Triptans you should _______ - ANSWER Report chest pain
and use birth control to prevent birth defects
What are common side effects of Triptans? - ANSWER numbness,
tingling, flushing, hot sensation
2026 Update) Concepts of Medical-Surgical
Nursing Review| Questions & Answers|
Grade A| 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)-
Galen
When should you call for a rapid response? - ANSWER When a patient
has showed signs of deterioration but still has a pulse and is breathing
What should the nurse do during the rapid response before the team arrives? -
ANSWER Stay with the patient and assess vitals and ABC's. Call a code blue
if the patient stops breathing or looses a pulse.
When should you call a code blue? - ANSWER When the patient is not
breathing and does not have a pulse
When should you call for help? - ANSWER If you need assistance but
the patient is stable. For example, patient is on the floor and you need another set
of hands.
Can migraines be genetic? - ANSWER Yes
,What are clusters caused by? - ANSWER An overactive and enlarged
hypothalamus
Are migraines more common in males or females? - ANSWER Females
Are clusters more common in males or females? - ANSWER Males
Describe the symptoms of a migraine. - ANSWER -Unilateral
- Throbbing pain
-Worse with movement
-Photophobia
-N&V
- Can last from 4-72 hours
Describe the symptoms of a cluster headache. - ANSWER - Unilateral
- Nonthrobbing, excruciating
- Felt deep around eye
- Rhinorrhea
-Occurs at same time of day and on routine basis
-Facial edema
- Occurs usually in spring and fall
Where should you place a patient who is experiencing a migraine? - ANSWER
A dark, quiet room, and laying flat
What are some triggers for migraines - ANSWER Caffeine
Red wine
Stress
, MSG
Tyramine
What are some triggers for clusters - ANSWER Usually lifestyle related
-Stress, anger, anxiety
Can be different for each patient
What does an abortive treatment mean? - ANSWER Stop it before it
starts (usually stop at aura)
What is the problem with Triptan medications? - ANSWER They can
cause ischemia in the heart which can cause a heart attack
What are some medications that can be prescribed for patients who receive
migraines almost daily? - ANSWER Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Antiepileptics
When on Triptans you should _______ - ANSWER Report chest pain
and use birth control to prevent birth defects
What are common side effects of Triptans? - ANSWER numbness,
tingling, flushing, hot sensation
