Mental Health
What neurotransmitter is primarily decreased in depression?
Serotonin
What is the antidote for opioid overdose?
Naloxone
What is the FAST acronym used for?
Stroke recognition
Normal adult heart rate range?
60-100 bpm
What is the normal range for oxygen saturation?
95-100%
What is the priority nursing action for a suicidal patient?
Ensure safety / one-to-one observation
What lab value should be monitored for a patient on warfarin?
INR
What is the Glasgow Coma Scale used to assess?
Level of consciousness
What EKG change is seen with myocardial infarction?
ST elevation
What is the most accurate indicator of gas exchange?
ABG analysis
Name one therapeutic communication technique.
Active listening, reflection, summarizing, open-ended questions, reflecting, clarification, etc
Name one side effect of beta blockers.
Bradycardia, hypotension, fatigue
What is the priority intervention for increased ICP?
Elevate HOB 30°, avoid flexion, monitor neuro status
What medication improves contractility in heart failure?
Digoxin
What is the primary nursing intervention for COPD patients with low O₂?
What is the primary nursing intervention for COPD patients with low O₂?
A patient on lithium reports tremors and confusion. What should the nurse do?
A patient on lithium reports tremors and confusion. What should the nurse do?
Hold the dose and notify the provider (possible toxicity)
Which class of drugs ends in “-pril”?
ACE Inhibitors
A seizure patient has jerking movements for 2 minutes—what should the nurse do?
Protect from injury, time seizure, do not restrain
What is the first nursing action for chest pain unrelieved by rest?
Administer nitroglycerin and assess vitals
What position promotes optimal breathing?
High Fowler's
Identify one key difference between schizophrenia positive and negative symptoms.
Positive = added (hallucinations); Negative = lost (flat affect)
What teaching should you give a patient taking MAOIs?
Avoid tyramine-rich foods (cheese, wine)
What is a key nursing diagnosis for a patient post-stroke with aphasia?
Impaired Verbal Communication
What electrolyte imbalance causes peaked T waves?
Hyperkalemia
What ABG pattern is seen in respiratory alkalosis?
↑ pH, ↓ PaCO₂