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A 22-year-old patient is admitted to the trauma ICU after being ejected from a vehicle during a motor vehicle collision. On arrival, the patient has a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) of 13 and a right parietal contusion with a small subdural hematoma on CT. Four hours later, the nurse notes the following changes: Assessment On Admission 4 Hours Later GCS 13 9 BP 132/78 mmHg 174/62 mmHg HR 92 beats/min 54 beats/min RR 18 breaths/min, regular 10 breaths/min, irregular SpO₂ 98% 91% Pupils 3 mm, equal/reactive Right 5 mm sluggish; left 3 mm reactive The patient has also developed repeated vomiting and becomes difficult to arouse. Which action is the nurse’s priority?

A patient with bacterial pneumonia is receiving noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation. The nurse reviews the following ABG trends: Value 0800 1200 Reference Range PH 7.29 7.25 7.35 – 7.45 PaCO₂ 62 mmHg 72 mmHg 35 – 45 mmHg PaO₂ 68 mmHg 56 mmHg 80 – 100 mmHg FiO₂ 0.40 0.40   Respiratory rate 28 beats/min 34 beats/min   Level of consciousness (LOC) Alert Increasingly difficult to arouse   Which findings indicate that the patient’s respiratory status is worsening? Select all that apply

A 68-year-old patient arrives in the emergency department 90 minutes after the sudden onset of right-sided weakness and expressive aphasia. A noncontrast CT scan shows no evidence of intracranial hemorrhage. The patient is being evaluated for IV fibrinolytic therapy. Current vital signs: BP: 192/108 mmHg HR: 84 beats/min RR: 18 breaths/min SpO₂: 98% on room air Which action should the nurse anticipate, based on the included information?

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A 29-year-old patient is admitted after a motor vehicle collision with a suspected cervical spinal cord injury. The patient is immobilized on a spinal board and has decreased movement and sensation in all four extremities. The patient is awake and speaking but has a weak cough. Spinal imaging has been ordered but has not yet been completed, and the cervical spine has not been cleared. Vital signs: BP: 128/76 mmHg HR: 92 beats/min RR: 24 breaths/min SpO₂: 94% on room air Which actions should the nurse take in providing care for this patient? Select all that apply

Which of the following conditions could result in a decrease in DLCO measurements? (Multiple Answers)

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Which of the following correctly identifies the four major steps of the risk assessment process?

At 1245, R.T.’s respiratory status continues to deteriorate despite high-flow nasal cannula at 60 L/min with FiO₂ 100%. His SpO₂ remains 84%, respiratory rate is 38 breaths/min, and he is increasingly fatigued and having difficulty maintaining an upright position. He is now able to speak only one to two words at a time. ABG results are: pH 7.26 (ref: 7.35 – 7.45) PaCO₂ 52 mm Hg (ref: 35 – 45 mmHg) PaO₂ 48 mm Hg (ref: 80 – 100 mmHg) HCO₃⁻ 23 mEq/L (ref: 22 – 26 mEq/L) The provider determines that R.T. requires endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation. Complete the following statements by selecting the best option from each drop-down menu. The nurse should first: and ensure that: During intubation, the nurse should prioritize continuous monitoring of: Following intubation, the nurse should anticipate:

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