Pleural rub Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is pleurisy? - Inflammatory process of the visceral and parietal pleural From an infective process What are subjective sx of pleurisy? - Sudden onset of chest pain when taking deep breath or cough pain may be referred to ipsilateral shoulder What are objective findings of pleurisy? - Pleural friction rub on auscultation Fever Tachypnea What is a pleural effusion? - Excessive non-purulent fluid in the pleural space What do you find upon inspection of pleural effusion? - Diminished an...

Exam 2: NUR265/ NUR 265 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Advanced Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen Q: What are the S/S of a pneumothorax? Answer: SOB Tachy shallow resp asymetrical raise & fall of chest nagging cough cyanosis trachea slanted air hungry Q: What is a bronchoscopy? Answer: Insertion of a tube in the airways to view structures and obtain tissue samples Q: What is...

Final Exam: NUR2502/ NUR 2502 (Latest 2023/ 2024) Multidimensional Care III/ MDC 3 Exam| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Rasmussen Q: inflammation of the membrane surrounding the heart Answer: pericarditis Q: When you have pericarditis what are you at risk for? Answer: heart can't expand and contract properly (*cardiac tamponade*) Q: What sounds will you hear in a patient with pericarditis? Answer: pleural friction rub Q: acc...

Following assessment of a patient with pneumonia, the nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of ineffective airway clearance. Which assessment data best supports this diagnosis? a. Weak, nonproductive cough effort b. Large amounts of greenish sputum c. Respiratory rate of 28 breaths/minute d. Resting pulse oximetry (SpO2) of 85% CORRECT ANSWER ANS: A The weak, nonproductive cough indicates that the patient is unable to clear the airway effectively. The other data would be used to support diag...

NUR 265 EXAM TWO STUDY GUIDE RESPIRATORY Pulmonary Embolism: ● PE- is a collection of particulate matter (solids, liquids, or air) that enters the venous circulation and lodges in the pulmonary vessels o Large emboli obstruct pulmonary blood flow, leading to reduced oxygenation, pulmonary tissue hypoxia, decreased perfusion, and potential death. o Blood clot is the most common! → DVTs ● Risk factors: o Immobility o Central lines o Surgery o Obesity o DVTs o Birth control pi...

HESI EXIT V2 Exam| More than 150 Questions and Answers| Latest 2022/2023 1. A pre-term newborn is to be fed breast milk through nasogastric tube. Why is breast milk preferred over formula for premature infants? A) Contains less lactose B) Is higher in calories/ounce C) Provides antibodies D) Has less fatty acid 2. Which of the following nursing assessments in an infant is most valuable in identifying serious visual defects? A) Red reflex test B) Visual acuity C) Pupil respon...

Why is HDL considered good cholesterol? - correct answer It's able to remove cholesterol from artery plaques and recycle it back to the liver. Why is HDL consider good cholesterol - correct answer HDL is considered good cholesterol because it collects excess cholesterol in the body cells and transports it to the liver where it is excreted. HDL carries 20 to 25% of total plasma cholesterol. Explain the role inflammation has in the development of atherosclerosis - correct answer Infla...

Ascites - ANSWER- accumulation of fluid in the abdomen caused by LIVER FAILURE Venous distention - ANSWER- -occurs with CHF -seen with obstructive patients (seen in exhalation phase) Capillary refill - ANSWER- -indication of peripheral circulation -Normal < 3 seconds Jaundice skin color - ANSWER- -increase in bilirubin. -mostly in face and trunk Bradypnea (oligopnea) - ANSWER- -decreased respiratory rate (<12bpm) variable depth and irregular rhythm Hyperpnea - ANSWER- -increased r...

Rasmussen - MDC III - Final Exam, questions and answers| 100% accurate, graded A+ respiratory alkalosis high pH, low CO2 pH: 7.35-7.45 acidic-basic HCO3: 21-28 acidic-basic CO2: 45-35 acidic-basic metabolic acidosis low pH, low HCO3 pH: 7.35-7.45 acidic-basic HCO3: 21-28 acidic-basic CO2: 45-35 acidic-basic respiratory acidosis low pH, high CO2 pH: 7.35-7.45 acidic-basic HCO3: 21-28 acidic-basic CO2: 45-35 acidic-basic metabolic alkalosis high pH, high ...

Which of the following term describes the appearance of a pt. with emphysema? a) Blue bloater b) Blue barrel c) Pink peeper d) Pink puffer - Answer- D Which of the following terms is applied to a respiratory pattern of the progressively increasing tidal volume following by a declining volume separated with periods of apnea? a) Ataxic respirations b) Apneustic respirations c) Kussmaul's respirations d) Cheyne-stokes respirations - Answer- D Which of the following methods ...