Respiratory
A patient asks the nurse how to prevent future respiratory infections, the nurse notes the best way to prevent infection is:
Handwashing
A patient has uncontrolled GERD. The nurse educates the patient that uncontrolled GERD can lead to what other issue(s)?
Hint: there are two correct answers
Barrett's esophagus/ adenocarcinoma
Normal pH
7.35-7.45
This acronym is used to measure the function of the kidneys
A WET BED
PEEP stands for:
Positive-end expiratory pressure
A patient has a positive TB skin test. The nurse notes a positive skin test means the patient:
A.) Does not have active TB
B.) Has been exposed to TB
C.) Has TB
B
This is an acidic fluid that passes from the stomach to the small intestines. It contains gastric juices and partially digested food
Chyme
HCO3 29
CO2 47
Resp Acidosis
Creatinine
Chemical produced in the brain that causes kidneys to release less water
ADH
This is a hallmark sign of ARDS
VQ mismatch
Esophageal varices are a medical emergency, often treated with what device?
Minnesota tube
CO2 normal
35-45
A patient complains of experiencing involuntary loss of a few drops of urine even when the bladder feels empty. The nurse knows this is likely:
Postmicturition drip
Small air sacs that form in the lungs that occur when small weakened areas of the lungs rupture
Blebs
A patient has wheezing and respiratory distress upon exertion. The nurse documents this as:
Exercise-induced asthma
Ulcers that are caused by NSAIDS or H. Pylori are known as:
Peptic Ulcers
Hco3 Normal
22-26
Cola colored urine is seen in what type of renal disorder?
Glomerular
Chronic UTIs can lead to:
Bladder cancer
Right-sided heart failure caused by high BP in the pulmanary arteries due to lung conditions
Cor Pulmonale
This type of ulcer is caused by burns or traumatic brain injuries
Stress Ulcers
pH 7.8
HCO3 40
Co2 50
Metabolic alkalosis
This occurs when the kidneys cannot filter waste from blood resulting in a build up of toxins throughout the body
uremia
A patient with gallstones will have a billirubin lab value that is:
High