nr 341 (NR 341 - Critical Care Exam 2 Review.)

Question 1 of 10 The critical care nurse has just listened to a lecture on standards of professional performance. The nurse then agrees to serve as a preceptor for undergraduate nursing students who are scheduled for observation in the critical care unit. Which statement by the critical care nurse indicates an understanding of the standards of professional performance? CORRECT • “Professional standards include contributing to the professional development of others.” Precepting student...

Adrenal Crisis “Addisonian Crisis” p. 1178-1179 - A condition in which the pituitary gland doesn’t make enough adrenocorticotropic hormone or ACTH - A medical emergency and potentially life-threatening situation and require immediate emergency treatment - Causes of Adrenal Crisis • When the body cannot produce sufficient amounts of cortisol • Caused by either previously undiagnosed or untreated Addison’s disease • Suddenly stopping intake of glucocorticoids - Signs and Sy...

NR 341 - Critical Care Exam 2 Review/NR 341 - Critical Care Exam 2 Review.