Advanced Medical Surgical Final Exam Review

Front

A client underwent a thoracentesis 48 hours ago and is complaining of increased pain and redness at the puncture site. What other symptom would indicate a systemic infection?

Back

Purulent Drainage

Front

Which of the following should we include in the discharge teaching for a client being discharged home on coumadin?
Increase salt intake,
Use a soft bristled toothbrush,
Take medication on an empty stomach,
Avoid dairy products

Back

Use a soft bristled toothbrush

Front

Which of the following findings would a nurse expect to find in a patient diagnosed with hypoxic respiratory failure? Jaundice, Bradycardia, Polyuria

Back

Pulmonary edema

Front

Burns that occur in ______ spaces increase the clients risk for inhalation injury?

Back

Closed

Front

Which medication is given to support cardiac function in cardiogenic shock?

Back

Inotropes

Front

Which type of shock is characterized by a decrease in intravascular volume?

Back

Hypovolemic

Front

Which electrolyte is most likely to be elevated in the early phase of burns?

Back

Potassium

Front

Which of the following is a risk factor following an ICU admission for shock that should be included in patient education? Risk for Depression, Risk for Weight gain, Risk for Improved vision, Risk for Increased appetite

Back

Risk for Depression

Front

Which of the following symptoms may indicate an impending cardiac arrest? Muscular cramps in the legs, Fatigue, Tinnitus, Severe headache

Back

Fatigue

Front

Which laboratory test would indicate early injury to the cardiac muscle following a cardiac arrest? Options: BNP, CBC, Troponin, CK

Back

Troponin