Question 1
After assessing a patient's hemodynamic parameters, the nurse determines that preload and afterload are both elevated. These findings are consistent with which health problems? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.◦ Constrictive pericarditis
◦ Hypovolemia
◦ Neurogenic shock
◦ Mitral stenosis
◦ Pericardial tamponade
Question 2
The nurse wants to assess the oxygenation status of a patient who has been experiencing a gastrointestinal bleed. How should the nurse complete this assessment? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.◦ Send a blood sample for arterial blood gas analysis.
◦ Auscultate lung sounds.
◦ Calculate mean arterial pressure.
◦ Evaluate cardiac rhythm strip.
◦ Use pulse oximetry.
A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery.
Home Health Nurse.
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Positioning the Patient in the Fowler’s Position
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Foley catheter with balloon in the bladder of a male patient.