Question 1

A nurse admits a patient awaiting surgery for an unstable pelvic fracture following a fall in which no other injuries were sustained. The nurse should prioritize

Options :

A : transportation to radiology for an MRI.

B : type and crossmatch PRBC prior to surgery.

C : placement of a binder across the patient-s hips.

D : administration of a sedative to reduce movement.

Answer: C

Question 2

A patient is intubated, is unable to follow simple commands, and has no history of alcohol abuse. The patient has become increasingly disoriented and confused over the past 24 hours. After assessment and treatment of pain, the best medication intervention for management is

Options :

A : lorazepam (Ativan).

B : cisatracurium (Nimbex).

C : midazolam (Versed).

D : dexmedetomidine (Precedex).

Answer: D

Question 3

A patient with a sodium level of 114 mEq/L is most likely to develop

Options :

A : tetany.

B : flaccid paralysis.

C : seizures.

D : cardiac arrhythmias.

Answer: C

Question 4

The most appropriate therapy for carboxyhemoglobinemia is

Options :

A : 100% O2 administration.

B : inhaled corticosteroids.

C : hyperventilation.

D : aerosolized beta-agonists.

Answer: A

Question 5

A nurse is caring for a patient who had a gastric bypass procedure 2 days ago. A physician has ordered a gastric tube to be placed due to increased abdominal distention. The nurse realizes that this procedure will most likely need to be done

Options :

A : under fluoroscopy.

B : by two nurses.

C :

using ultrasound.

D : with a guide wire.

Answer: A

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