Diagnostics
In conjunction with diagnostic imaging, this is the primary coagulation blood test drawn to confirm the presence of a blood clot.
What is D-Dimer.
Condition that can present with classic triad of symptoms: dyspnea, chest pain and hemoptysis.
What is pulmonary embolism?
A complication that might require a fasciotomy stat.
What is compartment syndrome?
Best way to measure fluid balance.
What are daily weights.
The 6 P's of neurovascular assessment.
What are pain, poikilothermia, parasthesia, paralysis, pulselessness, pallor?
Cardiac monitoring is essential to observe arrhythmias that may occur due to this electrolyte imbalance.
What is hyperkalemia?
Accumulation of blood in the intrapleural space.
What is a hemothorax?
A complication that can result in petechiae.
What is Fat Embolism Syndrome?
Anticoagulants that require regular INR and PTT checks when administered (2 answers).
What is warfarin and heparin.
Condition where crackles may be auscultated in the lungs.
What is pneumonia?
What is troponin?
After these, the patient is at high-risk for the development of FES or compartment syndrome.
What are long-bone fractures?
A complication resulting from known or suspected fever, tachycardia, tachypnea and a high or low WBC count.
What is septic shock?
Patient education includes sitting up at the edge of the bed for a few minutes before standing up in order to avoid symptoms.
What is orthostatic hypotension.
Classic sign of a tension pneumothorax.
What is trachial deviation?
Elevated levels of this test may indicate heart failure.
What is BNP?
A condition which may be confused with the symptoms of a PE.
What is a myocardial infarction?
A postoperative complication resulting in warm, swollen and tender extremity.
What is a DVT?
Typically given once in a person's life, unless they are immunocompromised, then it may be required every 5 years.
What is a pneumothorax?
A imbalanced state induced by excessive nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
What is metabolic alkalosis?
Risk factors include smoking, diabetes and hypertension.
What is coronary artery disease?
High-risk complication for a pregnant woman after a long flight.
What is a venous thromboembolism?
Medication given to patients to help decrease the force of heart contraction and consequently lower heart rate.
What is a beta-blocker?
A condition and complication causing reddish-brown urine (2 connected answers).
What is compartment syndrome and rhabdomyolysis?