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Gases move from the blood to the alveoli and the alveoli to the blood thru which process?
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Diffusion
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Definition of Stridor
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A whisteling sound when breathing (usually heard on inspiriation). It is indictaive of obstruction of the larynx or trachea (airway).
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For a patient with exercise intolerance, it is best to take what action re. activity
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promot frequent rest periods throughout the day
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How can you tell if a exercise program is increasing cardiovascular health
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decrease in heart rate upon exertion
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A patient has difficulty breathing. Which is the best position:
1. Prone 2. Fowlers 3. Semi Fowler 4. Supine |
Fowlers
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Best choice for a patient on a low residue diet
1. Ham w/ seeds 2. Poached Egg 3 Green Beans 4. Tomatos |
poached egg
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What is the best indicator of protein status
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serum albumin
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What is a common cause of acute dysrhytmia?
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high or low potassium
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Side Effect to warn patients about regarding aluminium containing antacids & opiates
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constipation
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IV Drip Question:
You are to start an IV of normal saline with a 10 gtts/mL solution set and infuse 300 mL over a two-hour period. At how many gtts/minute will you set your IV? |
IV Drip Answer:
25 gtts/min |
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IV Push Question:
You are treating a patient for whom lidocaine is ordered at 1 mg/kg via IV push. The lidocaine is packaged as a 1% solution containing 100 mg/10 mL. The patient weighs 198 pounds. What is the patients weight in kg? How many mL will you give? How many mg are contained in the fluid given? |
IV Push Answer:
90 kg 9 cc 90 mg |
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What is the best lab test for assessing renal function
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BUN
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S/sx of folate deficiency
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fatigue r/t decrease in RBC's
Pallor Sore mouth & tongue |
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Assessment findings for fluid volume deficit pt.
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dark amber urine @ low volume
Dry conjuntiva |
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What would be the least appropriate choice for a patient on a Na+ restricted diet?
1. Fresh foods such as fruits, meats 2. Oats 3. Rice 4. Canned Soups |
canned soups
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