MCQs
11212 questions found
A.
Increase the patient's stimulation
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B.
Maintain head of bed at 30 degrees, ensure neck alignment, and administer mannitol/hypertonic saline as ordered
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C.
Administer a sedative
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D.
Administer a fluid bolus
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A.
Discontinuation of all medications
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B.
Administration of hydrocortisone (stress-dose steroids)
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C.
Administration of a diuretic
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D.
Administration of an anticoagulant
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A.
Assess for patient pain
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B.
Assess for a leak in the ventilator circuit, cuff leak, or patient disconnection
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C.
Check the patient's temperature
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A.
Increase the nicardipine infusion rate
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B.
Decrease or hold the nicardipine infusion, administer a fluid bolus if ordered, and notify the physician
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C.
Administer a vasopressor
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D.
Administer a diuretic
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A.
Administer IV fluids
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B.
Prepare for pericardiocentesis or surgical drainage
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C.
Administer a diuretic
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B.
Barotrauma (e.g., pneumothorax) or ventilator-associated pneumonia
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C.
Sedation is too deep
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D.
Equipment malfunction
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A.
Decreased cardiac output
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B.
Increased afterload and decreased coronary artery perfusion
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D.
Increased heart rate
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A.
Apply a warm compress to the site
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B.
Suspect central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI), obtain blood cultures, and notify the physician
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C.
Administer a diuretic
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D.
Remove the CVC without orders
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B.
Vasopressor-induced peripheral vasoconstriction and ischemia
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A.
Administer sodium bicarbonate
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B.
Administer IV calcium gluconate/chloride as ordered (to stabilize myocardium), insulin/dextrose, or furosemide
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C.
Administer potassium chloride
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D.
Administer a potassium-sparing diuretic
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A.
Elevate the head of the bed to 10 degrees
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B.
Notify the physician immediately and prepare for interventions to lower ICP (e.g., hyperventilation, mannitol)
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C.
Administer a sedative
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D.
Increase fluid intake
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A.
Administer amiodarone IV
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B.
Synchronized cardioversion
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D.
Administer adenosine IV
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A.
It causes hyperglycemia
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B.
It can cause significant hypotension and respiratory depression, requiring continuous hemodynamic monitoring and airway support
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D.
It is an anticoagulant
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B.
Peritonitis or abscess formation
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C.
Pulmonary hypertension
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D.
Urinary tract infection
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A.
Increase the sedation
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B.
Assess for and clear airway obstruction (e.g., suction, reposition ETT, provide sedation if indicated)
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C.
Decrease the tidal volume
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D.
Disconnect the patient from the ventilator
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A.
Administer scheduled oral anti-epileptic medication
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B.
Protect the patient's airway, administer benzodiazepine (e.g., lorazepam) IV as ordered, and ensure safety
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C.
Apply restraints immediately
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D.
Document the seizure characteristics
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A.
Decrease myocardial contractility
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B.
Increase myocardial contractility and cardiac output
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C.
Increase systemic vascular resistance
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A.
Administer a vasodilator
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B.
Check for kinks in the tubing, air bubbles, or disconnection, and flush the line
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D.
Calibrate the monitor
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