Question 1

After observing an increase in the occurrence of oral pressure injuries in intubated patients on the unit, the nurse should

Options :

A : discuss concerns at the next unit based practice meeting.

B : report the issue to the respiratory therapy manager.

C : continue to provide oral care to intubated patients.

D : recommend removal endotracheal tube holders from the unit.

Answer: A

Question 2

The most appropriate therapy for carboxyhemoglobinemia is

Options :

A : 100% O2 administration.

B : inhaled corticosteroids.

C : hyperventilation.

D : aerosolized beta-agonists.

Answer: A

Question 3

A patient with a sodium level of 114 mEq/L is most likely to develop

Options :

A : tetany.

B : flaccid paralysis.

C : seizures.

D : cardiac arrhythmias.

Answer: C

Question 4

A nurse admits a patient awaiting surgery for an unstable pelvic fracture following a fall in which no other injuries were sustained. The nurse should prioritize

Options :

A : transportation to radiology for an MRI.

B : type and crossmatch PRBC prior to surgery.

C : placement of a binder across the patient-s hips.

D : administration of a sedative to reduce movement.

Answer: C

Question 5

A patient admitted with a diagnosis of pneumonia has a temperature of 103.2° F (39.5° C) and copious pulmonary secretions. ABG results drawn on room air are:

The nurse should expect that hemoglobin's affinity for oxygen in this patient to be

Options :

A : unchanged.

B : unpredictable.

C : increased.

D : decreased.

Answer: D