NUR 170 EXAM 2 QUESTIONS
AND
ANSWERS (LATEST)
When should you call for a rapid response? - ANSWERS-When a
patient has showed signs of deterioration but still has a pulse and is
breathing
What should the nurse do during the rapid response before the team
arrives? - ANSWERS-Stay with the patient and assess vitals and
ABC's. Call a code blue if the patient stops breathing or looses a
pulse.
When should you call a code blue? - ANSWERS-When the patient is
not breathing and does not have a pulse
When should you call for help? - ANSWERS-If you need assistance
but the patient is stable. For example, patient is on the floor and you
need another set of hands.
Can migraines be genetic? - ANSWERS-Yes
What are clusters caused by? - ANSWERS-An overactive and
enlarged hypothalamus
,Are migraines more common in males or females? - ANSWERS-
Females
Are clusters more common in males or females? - ANSWERS-Males
Describe the symptoms of a migraine. - ANSWERS--Unilateral
- Throbbing pain
-Worse with movement
-Photophobia
-N&V
- Can last from 4-72 hours
Describe the symptoms of a cluster headache. - ANSWERS--
Unilateral
- Nonthrobbing, excruciating
- Felt deep around eye
- Rhinorrhea
-Occurs at same time of day and on routine basis
-Facial edema
- Occurs usually in spring and fall
Where should you place a patient who is experiencing a migraine? -
ANSWERS-A dark, quiet room, and laying flat
What are some triggers for migraines - ANSWERS-Caffeine
, Red wine
Stress
MSG
Tyramine
What are some triggers for clusters - ANSWERS-Usually lifestyle
related
-Stress, anger, anxiety
Can be different for each patient
What does an abortive treatment mean? - ANSWERS-Stop it before it
starts (usually stop at aura)
What is the problem with Triptan medications? - ANSWERS-They
can cause ischemia in the heart which can cause a heart attack
What are some medications that can be prescribed for patients who
receive migraines almost daily? - ANSWERS-Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Antiepileptics
When on Triptans you should _______ - ANSWERS-Report chest
pain and use birth control to prevent birth defects
AND
ANSWERS (LATEST)
When should you call for a rapid response? - ANSWERS-When a
patient has showed signs of deterioration but still has a pulse and is
breathing
What should the nurse do during the rapid response before the team
arrives? - ANSWERS-Stay with the patient and assess vitals and
ABC's. Call a code blue if the patient stops breathing or looses a
pulse.
When should you call a code blue? - ANSWERS-When the patient is
not breathing and does not have a pulse
When should you call for help? - ANSWERS-If you need assistance
but the patient is stable. For example, patient is on the floor and you
need another set of hands.
Can migraines be genetic? - ANSWERS-Yes
What are clusters caused by? - ANSWERS-An overactive and
enlarged hypothalamus
,Are migraines more common in males or females? - ANSWERS-
Females
Are clusters more common in males or females? - ANSWERS-Males
Describe the symptoms of a migraine. - ANSWERS--Unilateral
- Throbbing pain
-Worse with movement
-Photophobia
-N&V
- Can last from 4-72 hours
Describe the symptoms of a cluster headache. - ANSWERS--
Unilateral
- Nonthrobbing, excruciating
- Felt deep around eye
- Rhinorrhea
-Occurs at same time of day and on routine basis
-Facial edema
- Occurs usually in spring and fall
Where should you place a patient who is experiencing a migraine? -
ANSWERS-A dark, quiet room, and laying flat
What are some triggers for migraines - ANSWERS-Caffeine
, Red wine
Stress
MSG
Tyramine
What are some triggers for clusters - ANSWERS-Usually lifestyle
related
-Stress, anger, anxiety
Can be different for each patient
What does an abortive treatment mean? - ANSWERS-Stop it before it
starts (usually stop at aura)
What is the problem with Triptan medications? - ANSWERS-They
can cause ischemia in the heart which can cause a heart attack
What are some medications that can be prescribed for patients who
receive migraines almost daily? - ANSWERS-Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Antiepileptics
When on Triptans you should _______ - ANSWERS-Report chest
pain and use birth control to prevent birth defects
