Sinclair Community College

Types of asthma? - Answer 1.) IGE -> allergies that caused asthma 2.) Exercise induced asthma 3.) Irritants -> Like smoking, pollen, pet hair/fur Types of COPD? - Answer Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis -> "Umbrella of COPD" Is COPD reversible or irreversible/nonreversible? - Answer Irreversible/Nonreversible Vulnerable populations: Respiratory - Answer - Old -> decrease muscle tone, naturally have that decline. Though it is normal to have decline it sho...

Which parameter describes the maximum volume of air a client's lungs may contain? A. Vital capacity B. Total lung capacity C. Inspiratory capacity D. Functional residual capacity - Answer B Which parameter describes the maximum volume of air that can be exhaled after maximum inspiration? A. Vital capacity B. Total lung capacity C. Inspiratory capacity D. Functional residual capacity - Answer A Which parameter describes the maximum volume of air that can be inhaled afte...

Theories concerning the onset of labor. Term Theory: - Answer Progesterone (the keeper of the pregnancy) levels decrease / prostaglandins and estrogen increase and start contractions. Theories concerning the onset of labor. Stretch Theory: - Answer The uterus can only stretch so much, causes the brain to increase Oxytocin level and this starts contractions. Theories concerning the onset of labor. Placental Aging Theory: - Answer 40 weeks (time to go) sends signal to brain for O...

pH - Answer 7.35-7.45 pH less than 7.35 is acidic pH greater than 7.45 is alkalotic CO2 - Answer 35-45 (Respiratory) Less than 35 is alkalotic Greater than 45 is acidic HCO3 - Answer 22-26 mEq/L (Metabolic) Less than 22 is acidic Greater than 26 is alkalotic respiratory acidosis - Answer variable respirations: Retention of CO2. Causes: respiratory depression, inadequate chest expansion, airway obstruction, opioids/anesthetics, electrolyte imbalance. Hallmark is d...

RAAS - Answer results in sodium and water retention, leading to increased fluid and sodium levels *When BP returns to normal the body halts the release of renin Sodium Range - Answer 135-145 mEq/L Sodium Function - Answer Neuro function, Fluid balance, muscle contraction, nerve transmission Hyponatremia S/S - Answer Depressed, dazed, and dumb; increased HR, decreased DTR, increased BP, seizures, thready pulse, confusion, muscle weakness Hyponatremia Focus - Answer neu...

Which type of cast or splint will the nurse expect to see on a child with a fractured femur? 1 Cylinder 2 Hip spica 3 Prefabricated knee 4 Robert Jones - Answer 2 A hip spica cast is now mainly used for femur fractures in children. A cylinder cast is used for knee fractures because it extends from the groin to the malleoli of the ankle. A prefabricated knee splint is a commonly used cast for lower extremity injuries. A Robert Jones dressing is composed of bulky padding materials, spl...

A client with a history of malabsorption syndrome is admitted to the hospital for medical management. Total parenteral nutrition (TPN) has been prescribed. What action will the nurse take to prevent a major reaction to the TPN infusion? 1 Record the intake and output. 2 Administer the infusion slowly. 3 Change the site every 24 hours. 4 Check the vital signs every 4 hours. - Answer 2 Total parenteral nutrition should be infused at a slow, constant rate; this will prevent both hypergl...

Trihexyphenidyl - Answer Antiparkinson Benztropine - Answer Antiparkinson Biperiden - Answer Antiparkinson Diphenhydramine - Answer Antiparkinson Quetiapine - Answer Antipsychotic Loxapine - Answer Antipsychotic Asenapine - Answer Antipsychotic Olanzapine - Answer Antipsychotic Clozapine - Answer Antipsychotic Chlorpromazine - Answer Antipsychotic Thioridazine - Answer Antipsychotic Fluphenazine - Answer Antipsychotic Perphe...

What medication class is used to treat Ineffective Endocarditis? - Answer Antimicrobials What medication classes are used to treat Pancreatitis? - Answer PPIs, Analgesics, Pancreatic Enzymes, and Vitamins What medication classes are used to treat Cholecystitis? - Answer Penicillin’s and Cephalosporins What is the purpose of PPIs? - Answer Treatment and prophylaxis treatment of GERD, erosive mucosal diseases, and hypersecretory condition. What is the MOA of PPIs? - Answe...

When a client suffers a complete pneumothorax, there is danger of a mediastinal shift. If such a shift occurs, what potential effect is a cause for concern? 1 Rupture of the pericardium 2 Infection of the subpleural lining 3 Decreased filling of the right side of the heart 4 Increased volume of the unaffected lung - Answer 3 Pressure within the pleural cavity causes a shift of the heart and great vessels to the unaffected side. This not only decreases the capacity of the unaffected l...