PROPHECY GENERAL ICU RN V3 EXAM

Which of the following signs or symptoms indicates a patient might not be tolerating the extubation? Correct Ans- The patient is coughing and has tachycardia Which age group is MORE likely to experence a "Blown" vein Correct Ans- older adults What acid/base imbalance is MOST likely to be found in a patient with COPD Correct Ans- Respiratroy acidosis Which of the following should you do if your patient suddenly becomes diaphoretic, anxious, tachycardic, and has clammy skin? Correct Ans- Check their glucose What information is MOST important for you to confirm in smart IV pump settings? Correct Ans- Weight Besides the white blood cells, what laboratroy value is used in the diagnosis of sepsis? Correct Ans- Lactic acid Which medication is associated with increased delirium in critical care patients? Correct Ans- Lorazepam ( ativan) What is an effective way to evaluate for cyanosis in a person of color Correct Ans- Check inner eyelids What cardiac condition shows cardiomegaly on chest x-ray Correct Ans- Systolic heart failure Your patient begins to choke and a code blue is called. The provider is unsuccessful at removing the object and is unable to place the ETT. You would expect to prepare for what type of procedure Correct Ans- Surgical airway