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A patient presents with labored breathing and an RR of 40 beats per minute (bpm). The following ABG is obtained: PaO2 68 PaCO2 50 pH 7.34 SaO2 91% HCO3 22 Which of the following is the most accurate interpretation of the above situation? A. Normal ABG for COPD patient B. Respiratory failure due to metabolic acidosis C. Obstructive upper airway most likely causing respiratory failure D. Respiratory failure due to dead space - correct answer D Normally, as the minute ventilation (...

MED SURG HESI BSN 266 Exam 2024 Questions and Answers. A male client with Type 1 diabetes mellitus takes a combination of short acting and intermediate acting insulin. The client complains of headaches when awakening and his blood glucose average for the past week has been 210. The nurse recognizes the client is experiencing a daily Somogyi, or rebound effect. Which dosing method is likely to relieve these symptoms? Move the PM intermediate- acting dose to bedtime. When obtaining a throat...

● Acid base gasses ○ ABG interpretation ■ Rule of the B’’s ● If the pH and the Bicarb (HCO3) are both in the same direction then it is metabolic ● Decrease in pH = acidosis ● Increase in pH = alkaline ○ Values ■ Normal pH = 7.35-7.45 ■ Normal Bicarb = 22-26 ■ PaO2 = 80-100 mmHg ■ PaCO2 = 35-45 mmHg ■ SaO2 = 95-100% ○ Signs and symptoms of Acid-Base imbalances ■ As the pH goes, so goes the patient except for potassium (because it will try to compensate...

Your patient's current ABG's are: pH 7.30, PaCO2 24, PaO2 62, HCO3 16. What is your interpretation? a. uncompensated respiratory acidosis b. compensated metabolic acidosis c. partially compensated metabolic acidosis d. metabolic alkalosis C. Partially compensated metabolic acidosis Your patient's current ABG's are: pH 7.55, PaCO2 30, PaO2 56, HCO3 25. What is your interpretation? a. uncompensated respiratory alkalosis b. uncompensated respiratory acidosis c. compensated resp...

MED SURG HESI BSN 266 Exam Questions and Answers 2024/2025 Already Passed. A male client with Type 1 diabetes mellitus takes a combination of short acting and intermediate acting insulin. The client complains of headaches when awakening and his blood glucose average for the past week has been 210. The nurse recognizes the client is experiencing a daily Somogyi, or rebound effect. Which dosing method is likely to relieve these symptoms? Move the PM intermediate- acting dose to bedtime. When...

A patient presents with labored breathing and an RR of 40 beats per minute (bpm). The following ABG is obtained: PaO2 68 PaCO2 50 pH 7.34 SaO2 91% HCO3 22 Which of the following is the most accurate interpretation of the above situation? A. Normal ABG for COPD patient B. Respiratory failure due to metabolic acidosis C. Obstructive upper airway most likely causing respiratory failure D. Respiratory failure due to dead space correct answers D Normally, as the minute ventilation (MV) ...

MED SURG HESI BSN 266 Exam Questions and Answers 2024/2025 Already Passed. A male client with Type 1 diabetes mellitus takes a combination of short acting and intermediate acting insulin. The client complains of headaches when awakening and his blood glucose average for the past week has been 210. The nurse recognizes the client is experiencing a daily Somogyi, or rebound effect. Which dosing method is likely to relieve these symptoms? Move the PM intermediate- acting dose to bedtime. When...

MED SURG HESI BSN 266 Exam 2024 Questions and Answers. A male client with Type 1 diabetes mellitus takes a combination of short acting and intermediate acting insulin. The client complains of headaches when awakening and his blood glucose average for the past week has been 210. The nurse recognizes the client is experiencing a daily Somogyi, or rebound effect. Which dosing method is likely to relieve these symptoms? Move the PM intermediate- acting dose to bedtime. When obtaining a throat ...

BSN 205 Hallmark Exam Which instruction to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) reflects the nurse's correct understanding of the NAP's role in caring for a patient receiving intravenous (IV) fluids by gravity drip? Assess the IV site frequently for signs of inflammation. Be sure not to obscure the insertion site with the dressing. Let me know when you notice that the IV bag contains less than 100 mL. Tell the patient to notify me if the IV site is painful, swollen, or red. - Let me know ...

MDC 2 EXAM 2 CONCEPT GUIDE • Review dosage calculations • ABG Interpretation-include compensated/not compensated/partially compensated Normal pH – 7.35-7.45 Co2 45-35 (higher the number the more acidic) – Regulated in the lungs HCo3 22-26 - Regulated by the kidneys • Understand the roles of social worker and case manager Financial care and resources. Importance of insurance. Palliative vs. hospice • Multi-disciplinary care team review components o Why is an interpreter benefi...