Critical Perfusion

Which of the following does NOT meet SIRS criteria?

• Temp 99.9

• HR 110

• RR 22

• WBC 2,000

Pulmonary embolism, tension pneumothorax, and pericardial tamponade are examples of what type of shock?

• Cardiogenic

• Distributive

• Hypovolemic

• Obstructive

What is the treatment for DIC?

(Select all that apply)

• Dialysis

• Plasmapheresis

• Plasma transfusion

• Platelet transfusion

Select the 2 life-threatening SHOCKABLE heart rhythms.

• Asystole

• Pulseless electrical activity (PEA)

• Ventricular fibrillation

  (V Fib)

• Ventricular tachycardia

  (V TACH)

True or false: an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) may be asymptomatic in the early stages

• True

• False

What meds would you expect a post-CABG patient to be prescribed at discharge?

(Select all that apply)

• Aspirin

• Beta blocker

• Lovenox

• Statin

Symptoms of shortness of breath, cardiac murmur, and exhaustion with ADLs may be indicative of which condition?

• CAD

• Pericardial effusion

• Pulmonary embolism

• Valve disease

Which lab is frequently assessed and elevated in the diagnosis of sepsis?

• BNP

• BUN

• Lactic acid

• Platelets

Which medication commonly used for sedation can cause apnea, green urine, and elevated triglyceride levels?

• Diazepam

• Propofol

• Vecuronium

• Versed

Which vasopressor is the drug of choice to treat shock?

• Dobutamine

• Dopamine

• Epinephrine

• Levophed

  (Norepinephrine)