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krzymel

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A patient suspected of having a lung mass asks why a positron emission tomography (PET) scan was ordered instead of a computed tomography (CT) scan. The nurse was present in the room when the physician discussed the test.
 
  What is the best response by the nurse?
 
  1. Your doctor prefers to order PET scans.
  2. Why are you concerned about this test?
  3. PET scans focus on your particular problem.
  4. You will still need a CT scan also.

Question 2

During a nap, the nurse notes that a patient's respirations periodically stop. How should the nurse document this finding?
 
  1. tachypnea
  2. bradypnea
  3. apnea
  4. atelectasis


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verrinzo

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
A PET scan is used more specifically to identify lung cancers. Making a personal reference to the physician is not professional. The patient did not express concern about the test merely by asking the question. A CT scan would not typically be indicated in addition to or following a PET scan.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Apnea is the cessation of breathing that lasts from a few seconds to a few minutes. Tachypnea is increased respiration, and bradypnea is slow respirations. Atelectasis describes an illness, which is not evident in this situation.


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Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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