A client is admitted to the cardiac intensive care unit with…

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

A client with chest trauma rapidly develops signs of obstruc…

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…

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.