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A client at risk for respiratory failure is receiving oxygen via nasal cannula at 6L /min. Arterial blood gases are show below. pH7.24PaCO256PaO252HCO318What intervention does the nurse anticipate for the respiratory support of this client?

The nurse is caring for the patient after chest tube insertion. Which finding requires immediate nursing action?

A nurse is reviewing a client’s medical history before administering a thrombolytic medication for treatment of a large saddle pulmonary embolism (PE). Which finding should the nurse identify as an absolute contraindication to thrombolytic therapy?

A client is admitted to the cardiac intensive care unit with cardiogenic shock and has an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) inserted via the femoral artery. The nurse understands that this therapy places the client at risk for thromboembolism.Which nursing interventions are appropriate to monitor for and prevent thromboembolism in this client? Select all that apply

Which factor will cause a decrease in cardiac output?

The intensive care nurse educator is evaluating a new staff nurse’s understanding of arterial pressure monitoring. The nurse demonstrates correct technique when they [BLANK-1].

A nurse is reviewing the health records of 5 clients. Which of the following clients are at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?

A client is admitted after a 6‑cm thoracic aortic aneurysm (TAA) was discovered on a routine chest X‑ray. Which of the following findings is consistent with this diagnosis?

A client with chest trauma rapidly develops signs of obstructive shock—including hypotension, distended neck veins, and severe respiratory distress. The provider diagnoses a tension pneumothorax and prepares for an emergency needle thoracostomy. The client’s family asks, “What does this procedure do?”Which explanation by the nurse is most appropriate?

A 65‑year‑old client develops cardiogenic shock following an acute myocardial infarction. The nurse is preparing to implement priority interventions to improve cardiac output, reduce myocardial workload, and stabilize hemodynamics.Question:For each of the following nursing actions or concepts, indicate whether the statement is Indicated, Contraindicated, or Unrelated to the management of cardiogenic shock.