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Which event happens when there is a decrease in the oxygen level in the blood?

A problem for the patient with a new laryngectomy would be feelings of isolation due to being unable to communicate verbally. Which nursing intervention is appropriate?

Review the following ABG values and determine which state the patient is in.  pH: 7.38 PaCO2: 40 mmHg HCO3: 20 mEq/L

A patient, age 69, has emphysema. On assessment, the nurse notes the presence of a “barrel chest.” Which pathology causes this to occur?

Identify the purpose of chest drainage. (Select all that apply.)

Review the following ABG values and determine which state the patient is in.  pH: 7.39 PaCO2: 50 mmHg HCO3: 24 mEq/L

The nurse caring for a patient who has a closed chest drainage system notes that there is fluctuation (tidaling) in the water seal chamber. Which action is appropriate based on this assessment?

What is the appropriate value for the venturi mask? (Capitalize Venturi)Oxygen delivery devices with percent of oxygen deliveredDelivery deviceAmount of delivered FiO2Nasal cannula1–6 L/min = 24%–44% O2Simple face mask5–8 L/min = 35%–55% O2Venturi mask Partial rebreather mask6–12 L/min = 60%–90% O2Nonrebreather mask6–15 L/min = 70%–100% O2

Exposure to an asthma trigger can cause which aspect of asthma to occur next?

A patient is on postoperative day 2 after undergoing a total hip replacement. The patient suddenly complains of chest pain and is coughing up blood-tinged sputum. Which action should be the nurse’s initial intervention?