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biggirl4568

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Which finding is the best indicator that the fluid resuscitation for a patient with hypovolemic shock has been effective?
 
  a. Hemoglobin is within normal limits.
  b. Urine output is 60 mL over the last hour.
  c. Central venous pressure (CVP) is normal.
  d. Mean arterial pressure (MAP) is 72 mm Hg.

Question 2

The emergency department (ED) nurse receives report that a patient involved in a motor vehicle crash is being transported to the facility with an estimated arrival in 1 minute. In preparation for the patient's arrival, the nurse will obtain
 
  a. hypothermia blanket.
  b. lactated Ringer's solution.
  c. two 14-gauge IV catheters.
  d. dopamine (Intropin) infusion.



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jazzlynnnnn

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Assessment of end organ perfusion, such as an adequate urine output, is the best indicator that fluid resuscitation has been successful. The hemoglobin level, CVP, and MAP are useful in determining the effects of fluid administration, but they are not as useful as data indicating good organ perfusion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A patient with multiple trauma may require fluid resuscitation to prevent or treat hypovolemic shock, so the nurse will anticipate the need for 2 large bore IV lines to administer normal saline. Lactated Ringer's solution should be used cautiously and will not be ordered until the patient has been assessed for possible liver abnormalities. Vasopressor infusion is not used as the initial therapy for hypovolemic shock. Patients in shock need to be kept warm not cool.




biggirl4568

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


Dinolord

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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