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Pediatric CCRN – Neuro Questions And Answers

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20 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

Chloelunar

Pediatric CCRN – Neuro Questions And Answers

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20 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

Chloelunar

Pediatric CCRN: Multisystem Questions And Answers

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19 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

Chloelunar

Pediatric CCRN - Questions And Answers

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31 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

Chloelunar

Pediatric CCRN Exam Questions And Answers

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59 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A+

Chloelunar

1. The nurse is caring for a patient with acute inferior wall MI, post-coronary artery stent deployment, For optimal care of the patient, the nurse should:: - Continuously monitor the patient in lead II It is best practice to monitor the patient status post PCI with stent, in the lead that was most abnormal during the acute occlusion. 2. The ECG demonstrates ST elevation in leads II, III and aVF. The nurse needs to monitor the patient closely for which of the following?: Complication likely t...

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21 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

1. 3 causes for Fetal shunt closure 1. increase in aterial oxygen tension 2. decreased prostaglandins 3. decreased adenosine levels 2. When does the Ductus Arteriosus close? within 10-24 hours of birth 3. When does the Foramen Ovale Close? When LA pressure exceeds RA pressure (can stay open for 6mo to a year) 4. What does Cardiac Output measure? Efficiency of the heart 5. Cardiac Output is the measure of what? Volume of blood pumped by the heart in one minute 6. How is cardiac ...

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33 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

A patient who is G3P2 at 32 weeks' gestation arrives at the triage unit complaining of regular uterine contractions. Her pregnancy history includes a preterm delivery at 34 weeks. Before examining her, the nurse performs electronic fetal monitoring and obtains a complete history. The patient reports no bleeding and no rupture of membranes. She has no vaginal examinations or sexual activity for more than 24 hours. The biochemical marker useful in this situation for predicting preterm...

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24 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

1. Describe what is seen in Cushing's Reflex. Widened pulse pressure: Increase in systolic BP greater than diastolic BP Bradycardia Apnea (or decrease in respiratory rate) 2. How is cerebral perfusion pressure calculated? MAP - ICP 3. What is brain death? The irreversible cessation of all functions of the entire brain, including the brainstem. 4. An apnea test is considered positive (indicative of brain death) when no respiratory efforts are made when the CO2 rises to or above ...

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6 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

1. A deformation is a(n) abnormality caused by unusual mechanical forces on normal tissue. 2. A low birth weight infant's temperature increases during skin-to-skin care. This is an example of heat transfer by conduction. 3. At the onset of labor the release of catecholamines stimulates increased absorption of lung fluid. 4. An edematous, bruised lesion on the right anterior scalp where the vacuum was applied. This lesion has clearly demarcated edges, is firm to touch, and does no...

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37 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

1. Phenytoin inhibits _______ secretion ADH 2. Most episodes of aspiration result in Right (right/left) lung infiltrates. 3. Best indicator of GFR urine creatinine clearance 4. In a vented patient with status asthmaticus, Auto-PEEP check for _______________ 5. An increase in auto-PEEP is a sign of Air trapping _________________. 6. obstructive pulmonary disease A patient with a flattened diaphragm on a Chest X-ray and decreased expiratory flow rate most likely has what type of disease...

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32 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

1. What are the components of the Central Nervous System?: Cerebral cortex (lobes) • Basal ganglia • Thalamus • Hypothalamus • Cerebellum -Brainstem -Pons -Midbrain -Medulla oblongata 2. What are meninges?: Protect the brain and spinal cord PAD= Pia mater, Arachnoid mater, and Dura mater 3. What is the Subarachnoid space?: • Between arachnoid and pia mater • Contains cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) 4. Where is CSF produced?: choroid plexus of the lateral,third and fourth vent...

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18 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

1. Cardiac Output (CO) CO = HR x SV Amount of blood pumped thru ventricles 4-8L/minute is the normal amount for an adult <800 ml/minute in a newborn 2. Cardiac Index (CI) CI = CO/BSA A measure of the cardiac output tailored to individual height/weight 3.3-6 L/min/m2 normal for adult 3. Stroke Volume (SV) SV = CO X 1000/HR The volume of blood pumped forward with each ventricular contraction. 4. Stroke Volume Index (SVI) SVI = SV/BSA Measurement of SV adjusted for BSA 30-60...

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18 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

A 56 yr-old male is admitted to the ICU with a blood pressure of 225/135 and complains of a headache and nausea. He reports he ran out of blood pressure meds three days ago, but also appears to be confused to the date and situation. What is the most appropriate treatment approach? Rapidly lower the diastolic pressure to 100 with IV antihypertensive meds, then continue to gradually reduce the diastolic pressure to 85 with oral antihypertensive meds. The maximum initial decrease shou...

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22 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

The nurse is caring for a patient with acute inferior wall MI, post-coronary artery stent deployment, For optimal care of the patient, the nurse should pressure, right atrial pressure of 12 mm Hg, pulmonary artery pressure of 30/15 mm Hg, and pulmonary artery occlusive pressure of 13 mm Hg. What other data would indicate the development of cardiac tamponade? A.Increased venous oxygen saturation (SvO2) B.Decreased urine output C.Muffled heart sounds D.New holosystolic murmur at the sternum C ...

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51 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

A 52-year-old accountant is admitted to the critical care unit with frank gastrointestinal bleeding for more than 18 hours. He has had a blood loss of more than 1000 mL. Which of the following sets of vital signs would be consistent with the patient's blood loss? A. Blood pressure (BP) 100/84 mm Hg, heart rate 124 beats/min B. BP 86/40 mm Hg, heart rate 92 beats/min C. BP 124/66 mm Hg, heart rate 124 beats/min D. BP 112/60 mm Hg, heart rate 92 beats/min A! With a loss of 750 to 1500 mL of blood...

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101 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

A 47-year-old male has been admitted to the CCU from the emergency room with a history of sudden diaphoresis, nausea, vomiting and radiating pain down his left arm. He reports no significant medical history, and has been a two PPD smoker since his early twenties. His admitting diagnosis is UA/NSTEMI and he is being prepped for cardiac catheterization for possible angioplasty with stent placement. What type of medication orders might the nurse see prior to his procedure? a. Clopidogrel and ASA ...

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102 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

A patient in the ED with complaints of chest pain. The 12-lead EKG shows ST elevation in leads V3 and V4. Occlusion of the affected coronary artery most likely would affect perfusion to which portion of the conduction system? A. Sinoatrial (SA) node B. Bachmann's bundle C. Atrioventricular (AV) node D. Bundle of His LAD so D. bundle of his Which of the following is the preferred lead for ST segment monitoring for a patient with a suspected RCA occlusion? A.I B. aVR C. III D. V1 c. III ...

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31 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

How do you calculate Serum Osmo (Na x 2) + (Glucose/18) + (BUN/2.8) 2. Becks Triad for Diagnosing Tamponade - JVD - Hypotension (huffled heard tones) - Tachycardia - Narrowed Pulse Pressure 3. Right Ventriculogram via Cath shows: RV Size, Function, and Structure RVOT Tricuspid Regurg PA Anatomy Pulmonary Venous Return to Left Side of Heart 4. Left Ventriculogram via Cath Shows: LV size, function, structure Outflow Tract Left to Right shunting patterns 5. Aortagram via Cath ...

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21 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel

1. While caring for a patient with salicylate overdose, the nurse should anticipate administration of which of the following as a primary treatment measure? A. protamine sulfate B. glucose C. packed red blood cells D. fluid and electrolytes 2. An adolescent with the developmental age of a 4-year-old requires placement of a chest tube. The best way to prepare the patient for this procedure is to A. use short simple sentences and limit descriptions to concrete explanations. B. show the patie...

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31 pages

Written in 2023/2024

Grade A

Abugelangel