Alertness Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Tires should be replaced when - Answer- A and B A weakened heart and circulatory system can cause - Answer- Blockages in the bloodstream The standard speed limit for rural interstate and limited access highways is - Answer- 70 mph Unless directed otherwise, you may _________ after stopping at a red light - Answer- Turn right Alcohol makes it more difficult for your circulatory system to move blood around your body by - Answer- Decreasing your blood pressure ______________ causes d...

What are the 5 communication responsibilities? - • Brief others as needed • Debrief your actions (AAR) • Communicate hazards to others • Acknowledge messages and understand intent • Ask if you don't know What must occur for effective communication? - Sender, receiver, information exchange What reduces judgement and alertness on the fireline? - fatigue, stress, heat stress, physical and interior barriers What are some human factors that affect situational awareness? - INEXPERIE...

What are the interrelated concepts of Mental Health? (3 concepts to prioritize care) - Stress, coping, cognition What is the goal of in-patient mental health? - Least restrictive environment What should the LPN be aware of to protect the safety of themselves and the staff? - Increased anxiety, frustration, agitation (these can lead to violence) What type of patient would be seen for in-patient treatment? - Patients that are in an acute condition (pt who is experiencing hallucin...

Exam 2: NSG222 / NSG 222 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Family Nursing | Review with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A - Herzing Q: Performing Leopold Maneuvers Answer: Leopold maneuvers are a method for determining the presentation, position, and lie of the fetus through the use of four specific steps. This method involves inspection and palpation of the maternal abdomen as a screening assessment for malpresentation. The flat palmar surfaces of the nurse's hands with the fin...

What are the 5 communication responsibilities? - • Brief others as needed • Debrief your actions (AAR) • Communicate hazards to others • Acknowledge messages and understand intent • Ask if you don't know What must occur for effective communication? - Sender, receiver, information exchange What reduces judgement and alertness on the fireline? - fatigue, stress, heat stress, physical and interior barriers What are some human factors that affect situational awareness? - INEXP...

MED-SURGE HESI RN 1. A client on telemetry has a pattern of uncontrolled atrial fibrillation with a rapid ventricular response. Based on this finding, the nurse anticipates assisting the physician with which treatment? A. Administer lidocaine, 75 mg intravenous push. B. Perform synchronized cardioversion. C. Defibrillate the client as soon as possible. D. Administer atropine, 0.4 mg intravenous push. Rationale: With uncontrolled atrial fibrillation, the treatment of choice is synchronized...

NR 509 midterm with all the Questions and Answers Involved Cause of saddle numbness and urinary retention - ---------Answer ------------Cauda equina syndrome Presentation of retinal detachment - ---------Answer ------------If sudden visual loss is unilateral and painless, Obtunded - ---------Answer ------------patient opens the eyes and looks at you but responds slowly and is somewhat confused. Alertness and interest in the environment are decreased. Cranial nerve for lateral gaze - ...

TNCC 9th Edition Final Exam TNP Trauma Nursing Process - CORRECT ANSWER-Rienforces a systemic and standardized approach to trauma nursing care and skills using an intergeated approach to trauma teamwork, communication and collabration Trauma - CORRECT ANSWER-Leading cause of death ages 1-44 approx one person every 3 min brief - CORRECT ANSWER-Planned teamwork event designated to form a team, designate team roles and responsibilities, establish climate goals, and engage in team short...

PN Pediatric Nursing Online Practice 2023 B A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a child who has sickle cell anemia and is experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following is the priority intervention for the nurse to recommend to include in the the plan? Promote oxygen utilization. Administer antibiotics. Encourage fluid intake. Apply a warm compress to the joints. Promote oxygen utilization. The priority action the nurse should take when using the airw...

After an explosion at a factory one of the workers approaches the nurse and says “I am an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) at the local hospital.” Which of these tasks should the nurse assign to this worker who wants to help during the care of the wounded workers? A) Get temperatures B) Take blood pressure C) Palpate pulses D) Check alertness • Which of these clients would the nurse recommend to keep in the hospital during an internal