MCQs
11212 questions found
A.
Administer oral antacids
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B.
Establish large-bore IV access, administer IV fluids/blood products, and prepare for endoscopy
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C.
Administer a diuretic
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B.
Continue insulin drip at a lower rate, and add dextrose to IV fluids to allow continued acidosis resolution
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C.
Increase insulin drip rate
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D.
Administer oral glucose
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B.
Pulmonary embolism or bronchospasm
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A.
Disconnect all lines
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B.
Ensure all critical infusions and equipment are securely transported, and communicate patient status/needs to receiving unit
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C.
Transfer without monitoring
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D.
Transfer without communication
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A.
Administer a diuretic
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B.
Aggressive fluid resuscitation with crystalloids and colloids
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C.
Administer antibiotics
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D.
Administer a vasoconstrictor
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A.
Increase sodium in replacement fluid
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B.
Adjust the sodium concentration in the CRRT replacement fluid to prevent hypernatremia
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C.
Decrease sodium in replacement fluid
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D.
Administer more fluid
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B.
Myocardial dysfunction or ischemia due to high vasopressor doses
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B.
Eye opening, verbal response, and motor response
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C.
Patient's favorite food
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A.
Increase environmental stimulation
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B.
Assess for neurological deterioration, notify physician, and prepare for interventions to lower ICP
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C.
Administer a sedative without assessment
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D.
Administer a diuretic
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A.
Insufficient dobutamine dose
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B.
Dobutamine-induced arrhythmias, requiring physician notification and possible dose adjustment
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C.
Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
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A.
Remove cooling devices
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B.
Increase cooling interventions (e.g., adjust cooling blanket, administer cold IV fluids)
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C.
Administer warming blankets
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D.
Administer antipyretics only
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A.
Administer through the same lumen sequentially
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B.
Administer incompatible medications through separate lumens to prevent precipitation or inactivation
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C.
Administer through a peripheral IV only
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D.
Mix all medications together
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B.
Widespread microvascular thrombosis and uncontrolled bleeding
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A.
To increase stomach acid
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B.
To suppress gastric acid secretion and promote ulcer healing
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C.
To stimulate appetite
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A.
To increase blood pressure
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B.
To reduce fluid overload and pulmonary edema
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C.
To increase heart rate
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D.
To sedate the patient
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B.
CO2 narcosis in patients with chronic hypercapnia (e.g., COPD) due to excessive oxygen
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B.
Check lead placement, ensure good skin contact, clean skin, and replace electrodes
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D.
Turn off the monitor
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B.
Pancreatic necrosis with potential for sepsis and organ failure
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D.
Urinary tract infection
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