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Melani1276

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You have been called for a patient who is not feeling well. Assessment indicates an open airway, adequate breathing, and regular radial pulse. He states that his left arm is weak and has had a stroke in the past which caused paralysis in his right arm. He is also a diabetic and has not taken any insulin today because he is out of the medication. Vital signs are pulse 88, respirations 20, blood pressure 186/104, and SpO2 95 on home oxygen for his COPD. What assessment finding is most concerning to you?
 
  A) SpO2 of 95 on 2 lpm of oxygen
  B) Elevated blood pressure
  C) Left arm weakness
  D) Possible blood glucose elevation

Question 2

The most common cardiac dysrhythmias in pediatric patients are:
 
  A) ventricular tachycardias.
  B) bradyarrhythmias.
  C) supraventricular tachycardias.
  D) intermittent atrioventricular blocks.


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Jmfn03

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B


Melani1276

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Excellent

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Gracias!

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