Mental Health
What is the priority nursing assessment when starting a patient on antidepressants?
Suicide risk assessment
What class of medication is used first-line for acute asthma attacks?
Short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs)
What is a common symptom of GERD?
Heartburn
What is the normal blood pressure range for an adult?
<120/<80 mmHg
What lung sound is heard with fluid in the alveoli?
Crackles
What is the hallmark symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?
Excessive, persistent worry
What is the major toxicity concern with acetaminophen overdose?
Live damage
What stool appearance suggests an upper GI bleed?
Black, tarry stools (melena)
What lab indicates heart muscle damage?
Elevated troponin
What is the best position for a patient in respiratory distress?
High Fowler's
What should the nurse do during a panic attack?
Stay with the patient and speak calmly
What is the therapeutic range for digoxin?
0.5–2.0 ng/mL
What lab value is elevated in pancreatitis?
Amylase / lipase
What condition causes jugular vein distention?
Right-sided heart failure
What does a silent chest indicate during an asthma attack?
Impending respiratory failure
What does the term “flight of ideas” indicate?
Rapid shifting between topics (often seen in mania)
Which antibiotic requires a peak and trough level?
Vancomycin
What lab value is elevated in pancreatitis?
Toxic megacolon
What is the first-line medication for stable angina?
Nitroglycerin
What ABG finding indicates respiratory acidosis?
↓ pH and ↑ CO₂
What legal right does a voluntarily admitted patient always retain?
The right to request discharge
What teaching is essential for patients taking corticosteroids?
Do not stop abruptly (risk of adrenal crisis)
What diet is recommended for a patient with celiac disease?
Gluten-free diet
What does atrial fibrillation put patients at high risk for?
Stroke (due to blood clots)
What is the priority intervention for a suspected pulmonary embolism?
Apply oxygen and notify provider immediately