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The nurse reviews the arterial blood gas results of a client and notes the following: pH 7.45, Paco2 of 30 mm Hg (30 mm Hg), and HCO3- of 20 mEq/L (20 mmol/L). The nurse analyzes these results as indicating which condition? Correct Answer-Respiratory alkalosis, compensated The nurse is caring for a client with a nasogastric tube that is attached to low suction. The nurse monitors the client for manifestations of which disorder that the client is at risk for? Correct Answer-Metabolic alkalosis...

A postpartum woman complains of excruciating and pressure in the perineal area. She is restless, her pulse is 120, and respirations are 26 per min. Her fundus is firm at the umbilicus with small to moderate rubra lochia. The nurse should suspect - Hematoma Which neonate is at greatest risk for jaundice? - Late Preterm On admission to the postpartum unit, a 20 year old gravida 1, complains of a headache. Her vital signs are: BP 140/88, HR 110, RR 18. She is has pitting edema in her legs wit...

NUR 2092 Health Assessment Exam 2 Latest 2024/2025 Actual Questions and Answers 100% Verified-Rasmussen College 1. A palpable vibration increased with lobar pneumonia is also known as: c. Fremitus 2. Your patient is exhibiting rapid shallow breathing, with a respiratory rate > 24 respirations per minute. Which of the following conditions are they experiencing? b. Tachypnea 3. Which of the following terms is used to describe a decreased level of oxygen (O2) in the blood? c. Hypox...

EXAM HEMATOLOGY LECTURE NOTES UPDATE FINAL Function of Blood - correct--Transports oxygen from the lungs. -Brings nutrients from GI tract to the cells -Protects the body from dangerous micro-organisms -Promotes hemostasis/Blood clotting -Regulates body temp Blood Forming Organs - correct-Bone marrow Thymus Spleen Liver Lymph nodes Hematopoiesis - correct-Process of blood cell production. Takes place primarily in the bone marrow (flat bones and end of long bones in adults) Blood Com...

The nurse assesses a patient with shortness of breath for evidence of long-standing hypoxemia by inspecting: A. Chest excursion B. Spinal curvatures C. The respiratory pattern D. The fingernail and its base (Ans- D. The fingernail and its base Clubbing, a sign of long-standing hypoxemia, is evidenced by an increase in the angle between the base of the nail and the fingernail to 180 degrees or more, usually accompanied by an increase in the depth, bulk, and sponginess of the end of the fi...

The nurse recognizes that which process occurs as oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged at the level of the alveoli. 1. Diffusion 2. Perfusion 3. Respiration 4. Ventilation 3. Respiration Which structure of the respiratory system is responsible for filtering, warming, and humidifying inhaled air? 1. Alveoli 2. Pharynx 3. Sinuses 4. Turbinates 4. Turbinates In providing health education to a group of middle school students, how does the nurse describe the function of the ...

Lindsey Jones TMC A Questions and Answers Rated A+ A patient Who has mild strider following endotracheal extubation would benefit most from which of the following? Racemic epinephrine Which of the following is most indicative of a pulmonary embolism Increase PAP, decreased PCWP A patient receiving mechanical ventilation has receive Halcion in the last 20 minutes. The physician orders the institution of spontaneous breathing trial to commence immediately. Which of the following me...

Chapter 67: Acute Respiratory Failure and Acute Respiratory Distress SyndromeWhich diagnostic test will provide the nurse with the most specific information to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for a patient with ventilatory failure? A. Chest x-ray B. O2 saturation C. Arterial blood gas analysis D. Central venous pressure monitoring - correct answer C. Arterial blood gas analysis Which actions should the nurse start to reduce the risk for ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)?...

HESI RN Exit V3 (2024/ 2025) Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A Q: A client who is admitted with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is demonstrat- ing Kussmaul breathing and has a severe headache along with nausea. Her arterial blood gases (ABG) are : pH 7.50; PaCO, 30 mmH ; HCO, 24 mEq/L (24 mmol/L). Which assessment finding warrants Immediate intervention by the nurse? a. Muscle stiffness. b. Abdominal pain. c. Mental stupor. d. Fruity breath. Answer: c. mental stupor DK...

NCLEX-PN Test-Bank (200 Questions with Answers and Explanation) NCLEX-PN Test-Bank (200 Questions with Answers and Explanation) 1. The nurse is caring for a client scheduled for removal of a pituitary tumor using the transsphenoidal approach. The nurse should be particularly alert for: A. Nasal congestion B. Abdominal tenderness C. Muscle tetany D. Oliguria Answer A: Removal of the pituitary gland is usually done by a transsphenoidal approach, through the no...