Answer to Question 1
Correct Answer: 1,2
Rationale 1: When treating shock, the patient should be immediately connected to a cardiac monitor.
Rationale 2: When treating shock, the patient should be immediately connected to a pulse oximeter.
Rationale 3: Unless contraindicated, oxygen is administered via a nonrebreather mask.
Rationale 4: The use of whole blood will be decided after the type of shock is determined.
Rationale 5: The use of dextran 40 will be decided after the type of shock is determined.
Answer to Question 2
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Concurrent administration with MAO inhibitors increases the alpha-adrenergic effects of dopamine.
Rationale 2: Phenytoin may decrease the action of dopamine.
Rationale 3: A beta blocker may inhibit the inotropic effect of dopamine.
Rationale 4: Digoxin may increase the risk of dysrhythmias in the patient.
Rationale 5: There is no evidence to suggest a drugdrug interaction will occur if dopamine is administered to a patient who takes aspirin.
PET Scans of a Patient with Parkinsonian Symptoms
The patient's signature on the informed consent form indicates that the patient understands the
Positioning the Patient in the Prone Position
A physical therapist exercising the patient’s leg in a physical therapy department.
Anatomy of the heart. Remember: It is labeled right and left based on the patient’s perspective.