Blog

The nurse is caring for a client with thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) who has been placed on thrombocytopenic precautions. Which of the following interventions would the nurse utilize for this client? (Select all that apply)

The nurse is preparing a presentation for a group of patients affected by iron-deficiency and Vitamin-B12 deficiency anemia. Match the food sources with the correct dietary nutrient.

Mrs. T, 82-year-old female, has just been admitted to the unit. She reports that she has been homebound for about a week with “the flu”. She reports that she has several days of nausea and vomiting and hasn’t been eating or drinking much since she got sick. ElyteVS_Matrix.png   The provider enters the following orders. Based on the information presented, determine whether each order would be anticipated or contraindicated.

A 45-year-old male with a history of chronic lung disease is admitted with acute hypoxic respiratory failure. He is restless, using accessory muscles to breathe, and his SpO2 is 88% on 6 L/min of oxygen via nasal cannula. His ABG indicates respiratory alkalosis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first to improve oxygenation?

A 70-year-old male with a diagnosis of pneumonia is admitted to the hospital with increased shortness of breath and a SpO2 of 85% on 4L of oxygen per nasal cannula. He is alert but mildly anxious and able to speak in full sentences. Which oxygen delivery device should the nurse choose to improve his oxygenation while ensuring adequate oxygen levels?

A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted with severe hypoxia and polycythemia. The nurse identifies which of the following substances as being responsible for making more red blood cells to increase oxygen circulation throughout the body?

Match the description to the component of the chain of infection transmission

Interpret the arterial blood gas results, including the type of acid-base imbalance and compensatory effort.             pH 7.27             PaCO2 61 mmHg             HCO3 29 mEq/L              PaO2 83 mmHg             Interpretation:  [BLANK-1] [BLANK-2] [BLANK-3]   Answer in this order: Blank 1: Compensation Status (Fully Compensated, Partially Compensated, Uncompensated) Blank 2: Body system (respiratory or metabolic) Blank 3: Acidosis or Alkalosis

Which of the following are reasons for a denial of reimbursement for OT services? 

The nurse is administering a unit of blood to a client admitted with esophageal varices. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?