MCQs
6530 questions found
A.
Increase the infusion rate
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B.
Check the IV tubing for kinks, clamps, or occlusions distal to the pump
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C.
Decrease the infusion rate
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C.
Myocardial infarction
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A.
To increase blood pressure
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B.
To prevent platelet aggregation and reduce risk of clot formation
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C.
To decrease heart rate
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D.
To dissolve existing clots
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A.
Administer a diuretic
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B.
Initiation of vasopressor support (e.g., norepinephrine) to maintain adequate MAP
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C.
Discontinuation of antibiotics
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D.
Administer oral fluids
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A.
Check the patient's temperature
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B.
Assess for patient-ventilator asynchrony, airway obstruction (e.g., secretions, bronchospasm), or kinks in tubing
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C.
Check the patient's blood pressure
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B.
Hypovolemic shock (due to fluid shifts and capillary leak)
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A.
Propofol is not working
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B.
Propofol Infusion Syndrome (PRIS), requiring immediate discontinuation of propofol and supportive care
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A.
Administer aspirin immediately
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B.
Perform rapid neurological assessment (NIHSS), determine last known well time, and prepare for CT scan of the brain
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C.
Administer oral fluids
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D.
Elevate head of bed to 90 degrees
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A.
Increase systemic vascular resistance
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B.
Increase myocardial contractility and cause vasodilation
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D.
Decrease cardiac output
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B.
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
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A.
Increase the flush bag pressure
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B.
Check for air bubbles, kinks, or clot in the line, and flush the system
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C.
Decrease the flush bag pressure
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D.
Re-zero the transducer
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A.
Administer more fluids
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B.
Monitor serum osmolality and electrolytes, and assess for fluid balance and urine output
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D.
Administer a diuretic
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A.
Apply suction continuously during insertion
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B.
Pre-oxygenate the patient before suctioning, limit suctioning time to 10-15 seconds, and apply suction only on withdrawal
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C.
Suction for prolonged periods
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D.
Use a small catheter
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B.
Pancreatic necrosis with hemorrhage or peritonitis
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A.
Achieve MAP < 50 mmHg
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B.
Achieve a target MAP of 65 mmHg or higher
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C.
Achieve MAP > 100 mmHg
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D.
Achieve a heart rate of 150 bpm
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A.
Increase HFNC flow rate
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B.
Prepare for intubation and mechanical ventilation
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C.
Administer a sedative only
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D.
Administer more HFNC oxygen
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A.
Administer oral antacids
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B.
Establish large-bore IV access, administer IV fluids/blood products, and prepare for endoscopic intervention
✓
C.
Administer a diuretic
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A.
Guess the infusion rate
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B.
Program the correct drug, concentration, and dose, and verify against order and second nurse
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C.
Override all safety alarms
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D.
Use a pump that is not calibrated
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