Airway & Oxygenation
What is the maximum suction time when performing tracheostomy suctioning?
10–15 seconds
What is the rescue medication for acute asthma attacks?
Albuterol (SABA)
What should a new stoma look like post-colostomy surgery?
Red, moist, and protruding
What electrolyte imbalance can lisinopril cause?
Hyperkalemia
A COPD patient on 4 L/min becomes lethargic. What’s your priority action?
Lower O₂ to 2 L/min and notify provider
What are 2 signs of post-tonsillectomy bleeding?
Frequent swallowing, vomiting blood, restlessness
Name 2 common findings in COPD.
Barrel chest, clubbing, chronic cough, dyspnea
Name 2 signs of stoma ischemia.
Dark/purple color, dry, firm to touch
What is the IV potassium administration safety rule?
Must dilute; never give IV push
post-op patient has sudden SOB, tachycardia, and SpO₂ 85%. What’s your first action?
Elevate HOB and apply oxygen
In COPD patients, what is the recommended target oxygen saturation range?
88–92%
Which lung sound is associated with pneumonia?
Crackles
What is a major risk factor for pancreatitis?
Alcohol use
What side effect is associated with albuterol?
Tachycardia, tremors, jitteriness
A patient receiving IV potassium has an infusion running too fast. What do you do first?
Stop the infusion immediately
What is the benefit of pursed-lip breathing?
Promotes CO₂ removal by prolonging exhalation
What is a key prevention measure for lung cancer?
Smoking cessation
What lab is elevated in hepatic encephalopathy?
Ammonia
What must be checked before giving a blood transfusion?
Blood type, patient ID, consent, vitals
A child post-tonsillectomy is frequently swallowing while sleeping. What’s your priority?
Wake the child and assess for bleeding
In chest tube care, what does continuous bubbling in the water-seal chamber indicate?
Air leak in the system
Name the classic triad of symptoms in pulmonary embolism.
Sudden shortness of breath, tachycardia, chest pain
How much fluid does a 1 kg weight gain represent?
1 liter of fluid
What lab values are monitored in nephropathy to assess kidney function?
BUN, Creatinine
A patient with pneumonia suddenly develops decreased breath sounds on one side and tracheal deviation.
Suspected pneumothorax; immediate action: apply oxygen and prepare for chest tube insertion or notify rapid response team.